What is the BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders?
Under the Licensing Act 2003, anyone authorising the retail sale of alcohol will have to hold a personal licence. In order to qualify for a personal licence, an applicant must hold a certified licensing qualification. BIIAB’s new qualification, the BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders, is both QCA accredited and Government approved, and has been specifically designed to meet the statutory requirements of the Licensing Act 2003.

Who is the BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders for?
The qualification is nationally recognised and is designed for anyone authorising the retail sale of alcohol in licensed premises including:

What does the qualification cover?
BIIAB's Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders covers the syllabus set by Government, to enable candidates to understand the law in relation to:

• the roles, responsibilities and functions of licensing authorities within the framework of the licensing objectives
• the application process for a personal licence
• the legal responsibilities and the penalties relating to failure to comply with the law
• the relevance to premises licence
• the content and purpose of operating schedules
• the role and duties of the designated premises supervisor
• unauthorised licensable activities including specific prohibition for the sale of alcohol
• permitted temporary licensable activities and rights of entry to licensed premises
• police powers with regard to suspension and closure of licensed premises
• the strengths of alcoholic drinks, and the effects of alcohol on the human body
• the protection of children from harm
• the responsible retail sale of alcohol

How long is the training course, and how much will it cost?
The BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders is a one day course that includes a short multiple-choice examination at the end. Successful candidates will receive BIIAB Certificate which can used to support their Personal Licence Application to the Council. All candidates will receive a comprehensive handbook plus a sample of previous examination questions, prior to attending the course.