Level 2 Personal Licence Holders Course in Bodmin. Classes run at STEM and Health Skills Centre, with the course completed in a single day. You'll cover the key responsibilities of a personal licence holder, including licensing law, police powers, rights of entry, and the responsible retail of alcohol. The course also looks at the strengths of alcoholic drinks and the protection of children from harm. It's a focused, practical day that covers what you need to know to hold a personal licence and work in licensed premises.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at anyone who wishes to work in licensed premises where alcohol is sold. You will look at licensing authorities; at the responsibilities of the personal licence holder; police powers; rights of entry; specific prohibitions; strengths of alcoholic drinks; responsible retail of alcohol; and the protection of children from harm.
What you will learn
You'll understand the role and responsibilities of a personal licence holder.
You'll learn how licensing authorities operate and what they require.
You'll explore police powers and rights of entry on licensed premises.
You'll study specific prohibitions that apply to the sale of alcohol.
You'll identify the strengths of different alcoholic drinks.
You'll learn the principles of responsible retail of alcohol.
You'll understand the law around protecting children from harm in licensed settings.
How you will learn
The course is delivered in a classroom at STEM and Health Skills Centre over one day. You'll be assessed by a multiple-choice examination set by the awarding body. You need to pass the exam to receive your certificate. The exam tests your knowledge of licensing law, personal licence holder responsibilities, and the responsible sale of alcohol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. STEM and Health Skills Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Personal licence holder, managing alcohol sales on licensed premises
Hospitality team member, serving customers in pubs, bars, or restaurants
Bar supervisor, overseeing staff and compliance on shift
Duty manager, taking responsibility for licensed premises during trading hours
Off-licence sales assistant, selling alcohol in a retail setting
Events staff, working at licensed events or festivals
What you could study next
Level 3 Award for Designated Premises Supervisors (DPS) - required if you want to become the named DPS on a premises licence, taking on greater legal responsibility for the venue.
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering - useful if you work in hospitality and want to cover food handling alongside your licensing knowledge.
Level 3 Hospitality Supervisor qualification - builds management skills for those moving into supervisory roles in licensed venues.
