Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (RQF)

The Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (RQF) confirms the ability to meet ‘license to practise’ requirements. This 1 day course allows holders of the qualification to apply for a personal licence under the Licensing Act 2003 (England and Wales) which allows the holder to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol on licensed premises. A personal licence is also required to apply to become a designated premises supervisor (DPS).

This qualification has been designed for those who want to work in, or are looking to advance their career in the licensed retail sector. Successful candidates will gain an understanding of the application process for a personal licence, the legal duties of a personal licence holder and the role, responsibilities and functions of licensing authorities.

What’s Covered?

• The nature, purpose and period of validity of a personal licence

• The application process and legal duties when applying for a personal licence

• Legal duties of a personal licence holder

• Roles, responsibilities and functions of licensing authorities

• Licensing objectives and the importance of partnerships in promoting licensing objectives

• Nature and strength of alcohol and the effect on the body

• The law in relation to premises licenses

• The role and responsibilities of the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS)

• Temporary Event Notices (TEN)

• Rights and legal duties of the responsible persons in relation to operation of licensed premises

• The law in relation to the protection of children on licensed premises

• Prohibitions and exemptions in relation to licensable activities