Award for Personal Licence Holders

Course Timings: 9.30 – 4.30
Course Cost: £150.00 per learner

Do you or your colleagues need a Personal Licence to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol?

If so, this is the course for you! The Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders gives you the essential knowledge required to apply for a Personal Licence and understand your responsibilities under the Licensing Act 2003. It’s ideal for anyone working in hospitality, retail, events, or any setting where alcohol is sold or supplied.

Why should I attend the Personal Licence Holders course?

Anyone who wants to become a Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS), manage a licensed premises, or authorise alcohol sales must gain this qualification. It ensures you understand the law, your responsibilities, and the key principles of running a safe, compliant business.
Not having properly trained staff can put your business at risk of breaches, enforcement action, or even losing your licence. This course provides a nationally recognised qualification that forms part of your Personal Licence application.

I want to know more about the course!

The course is delivered by enthusiastic and knowledgeable members of Greater Manchester’s Business Compliance Support Team.
Training includes engaging presentations, real-life examples, videos, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

At the end of the day, you’ll complete a short multiple-choice exam, and you’ll be fully prepared for it.

What will I learn?

You can expect to gain knowledge and confidence in these key areas:

• The Licensing Act 2003
• The roles and responsibilities of a Personal Licence Holder
• The role of the Designated Premises Supervisor
• Authorising alcohol sales
• Protecting children from harm
• Understanding licensing objectives
• The effects of alcohol on the body
• Police powers and enforcement
• Rights of entry
• Temporary Event Notices (TENs)

What qualification will I achieve?

On successful completion, you will achieve the Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (RQF) — a nationally recognised qualification required for applying for your Personal Licence.
 This makes you more employable across the hospitality sector and demonstrates your commitment to safe and responsible alcohol retailing.

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