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Personal licence holder - Level 2 (exam included)

Course type and examination board

This is an online course plus e-exam with remote invigilation provided by Highfield ABC Ltd.

Course description

This course provides learners with the necessary learning to complete the level 2 award for personal licence holders.

This includes:

  • a full overview of alcohol licensing
  • applying for an alcohol licence
  • alcohol and its effects
  • personal licence holder responsibilities
  • protecting vulnerable people from alcohol
  • working in partnership
  • licensing for temporary events
  • understanding prohibitions and exemptions

Course content

  • Module objective
  • High quality colour images and illustrations
  • In-course quick reviews
  • End of course test

Course coverage

  • Identify the benefits to society for licensing legislation
  • Identify the key provisions of the 2003 Licensing Act
  • Differentiate between a personal and premises licence
  • Identify which premises and individuals require a licence
  • Explain what a temporary events notice is
  • State the body responsible for issuing licenses
  • Outline the responsibilities of the Premises Licence Holder, Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS), and Personal Licence Holder
  • List the benefits of holding a personal licence
  • State the period of validity for personal and premises licenses

The course requires learners to take a one-hour exam.

Once the course exam has been successfully completed and a certificate received, applicants can apply for a personal licence from their local authority. The current fee for a personal licence is £37.

Additional information

Log-in details for your e-learning will be provided within three working days of booking. Please note access to the course is only available for twelve months from the date of booking. To be able to take the exam in the place of your choosing, you will need the following:

  • WiFi
  • a private room
  • a PC / laptop with a front-facing camera and Chrome set as the default browser.

In addition, you will need an Android phone or iPhone with camera and video in order that an app may be downloaded. You will also be required to provide photographic ID.

Cost: £95

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Last updated 01 October 2021