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BIIAB Scottish Certificate for Licensed Premises Staff
What is the BIIAB SCLPS?
Who is the BIIAB SCLPS for?
What does the qualification cover?
How long is the training course, where can I take it and how much will it cost?
Why should you choose the BIIAB SCLPS?
What other qualifications and awards are available from BIIAB?
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What is the BIIAB SCLPS?
The Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 states that all staff who wish to sell or serve alcohol in licensed premises must have received at least 2 hours of training from a person who holds either a personal licence or a relevant licensing qualification accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (Regulatory) (SQA).
The BIIAB SCLPS has been developed to meet the training specification set by the Scottish Government and can be finished in 2 hours. The training is usually followed on the same day by a short multiple-choice exam.
Who is the BIIAB SCLPS for?
The BIIAB SCLPS is designed for anyone who wishes to work in a licensed premises or any venue or site where alcohol is sold, for drinking on or off the premises – in a position where they will sell alcohol to the public.
What does the qualification cover?
The BIIAB SCLPS cover the syllabus set by the Scottish Government to enable candidates to understand the law in relation to:
. protection of children from harm
. drunkenness and disorderly behaviour
. licensed hours
. the responsible retail sale of alcohol
. roles and responsibilities of the licensed premises staff and the penalties
. relating to failure to comply with the law
. rights of entry to licensed premises
. the strengths of alcoholic drinks and the effects of alcohol on the human body
How long is the training course, where can I take it and how much will it cost?
The guided learning hours for the BIIAB SCLPS qualification is 2 hours, exclusive of the examination. Guided learning hours are fixed as they have been specified by the Scottish Government. The multiple-choice exam consists of 25 questions. This can be a paper examination or a telephone assessment. The questions cover aspects of the law and social responsibilities in relation to the sale of alcohol to the public.
The BIIAB SCLPS is available through BIIAB approved training centres. Self-study options are available and training can also be carried out by the personal licence holder within a licensed premises.
BIIAB currently approves 600 centres across 6,000 locations in the UK. For details of your nearest BIIAB approved centre contact the BIIAB QA Department on 01276 684449, email qa@bii.org or visit www.biiabscotland.org
Why should you choose the BIIAB SCLPS?
- BIIAB is the market leader for qualifications with over 26 years of experience in developing qualifications for the licensed retail sector
- over 1 million BIIAB qualifications taken so far
- BIIAB has over 600 approved centres across 6,000 locations in the UK
- BIIAB is owned by BII, the professional body for the licensed retail sector, which has the fastest growing professional membership of 17,000
"BIIAB’s greatest strength is that, unlike our competitors, it is not simply an Awarding Body. BIIAB is part of BII, the thriving professional membership body for the Licensed Retail Sector. We are uniquely placed to provide a one-stop-shop for the industry - from a full portfolio of qualifications to support professionals through every stage of their career, to the additional support, status and benefits that BII membership offers.
We’re passionate about what we do and can guarantee that you’ll get the best service possible. Why go anywhere else?"
Cathie Smith, Director of BIIAB
What other qualifications and awards are available from BIIAB?
BIIAB is the dedicated awarding body for the licensed retail sector. BIIAB specialises in developing and awarding qualifications to support the licensed retail sector at all levels. BIIAB’s career path for licensed retailers ensures that training and qualifications are relevant for all job roles in the industry, from bar and retail staff through to advanced business managers.
BIIAB Scotland’s portfolio includes qualifications for:
· staff development
. licensing
· new licensed retail managers
· management development.
For more information about any of the BIIAB Scottish qualifications, or BIIAB approved centres which offer them, please contact the QA Department on 01276 684449, email qa@bii.org or visit www.biiabscotland.org
