Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders

Want to work in the Licensed Premises?

The law states anyone wishing to sell or authorize the sale of alcohol must hold a ‘Personal Licence’ which will be issued as a Level 2 Award for Personal License Holders (APLH) Level 2 Award by their local authority. It is a requirement that anyone requiring this must have gained an Award for Personal Licence Holders qualification (APLH / NCPLH) before applying to sell alcohol. Put simply, the candidate must pass the APLH course before applying for their Personal Licence.

Qualification purpose

The Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders is a knowledge-based qualification aimed at those who work or intend to work in a sector that involves the retail sale of alcohol. In accordance with the Licensing Act 2003, it is necessary to hold a personal licence holder qualification before applying for a personal licence to sell alcohol at licensed premises.

It provides formal recognition of the learners’ knowledge and as it has no competence component, it is suitable for those who are not in work, for example individuals studying subjects in which the issue of alcohol sale is important. As the qualification is generic, it is relevant to any alcohol licensed premises including but not limited to pubs, clubs, supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, off-licences, casinos, entertainment venues and leisure facilities.

By completing the single mandatory unit, all learners will cover the validity, legal duties, application process and licensing objectives relating to personal licences in England and Wales; the effects of alcohol, the law, the role of the Designate Premises Supervisor (DPS), Temporary Event Notices, the protection of children, the powers of the police and other authorities, prohibitions and exemptions.

Course Overview

To achieve the qualification learners must achieve 1 Unit:

• Unit 1: Legal and Social Responsibilities of a Personal License Holder

Assessment & Delivery method

This course is assessed via 1 multiple choice exam scored on as pass/fail basis.

1 Hours Exam – 40 Questions – 70% Pass Mark

What does a typical course look like?

Pre Course – Pre Course Reading Materials

Course Day One – Full Day – Workshop & 1 Hour Exam

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