Who is the course for ?

Under the Licensing Act 2003 any sales of alcohol made on licensed premises must be made by or authorised by a Personal Licence Holder.  One of the requirements for applying for a Personal License is that the applicant must hold an accredited qualification.  The HABC Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders meets this requirement

The course is suitable for anyone in either working in or looking to enter the licensed trade

Public Houses, Restaurants, Off Licence, Nightclubs, Casinos, Bars, Supermarkets, Florists (Selling Alcohol)

See Frequently Asked Questions for more details.

What will I learn ?

Persons gaining this qualification will be aware of the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003 and the duties of a personal licence holder in relation to the law

Topics include Licensing Law, Personal Licences, Premises Licences, the protection of children, powers and enforcement, temporary events and responsibilities in alcohol retailing

How will I be assessed ?

The course is assessed by a 1 Hour, 40 question multi choice question paper.  You must achieve a minimum of 28 out of 40 to pass. 

Please note there are NO compulsory questions in the exam

The nationally accredited course is externally marked and certificated by the following Awarding Organisations

Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC)

How long will the course last ?

The course is delivered over 6 hours plus examination time (1 day)

How much does it cost ?

The course is delivered directly on employers premises at times to suit the business, Small groups are welcome (2+)

Please contact us for more details and prices

We hold open courses in Nottingham/Derby area - Price £150 per person  - Contact us for dates

E-learning option available soon

Need to gain this qualification and personal licence urgently ?

Our fast track personal license service includes :-

One to one tuition with a private exam session at you place of work/home (DE/NG Postcodes only )

Personal licence application service,  completion of your personal license application form

We will apply for you basic disclosure (CRB) on the same day. 

When we recieved your basic disclosure and certificate you completed application will be dispatched directly to the licensing authority

We can normally organise a fast track course within 72 hours this can include evenings and weekends

£275 Inclusive per candidate