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Professional Cookery, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism

BIIAB Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders

Campus Granton Campus

Qualification No Qualification

Study mode Part time

Start date Feb 2026

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Course overview

A Personal Licence is issued to an individual and authorises them to sell or authorise the sale of alcohol. It is a legal requirement for anyone who wishes to be named as the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS) on a Premises Licence.

What you will learn

  • The importance of the Licensing (Scotland)Act 2005
  • changing Scotlands relationship with Alcohol
  • Reducing consumption
  • Supporting families and communities
  • Positive attitude, positive choices
  • Improved support and treatment

Placement information

  • No Placement required

How the course is assessed

  • This is a one-day course with an exam at the end.
  • To pass the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders, you must score at least 28 of the 40 questions correctly. The pass mark for the personal licence exam is 70%.

Number of days per week

  • 1x day per week along with prior study ofthe course (BIIAB book will be sent to you 2 weeks in advance)

Entry requirements

  • Working within the Hospitality Industry

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

  • To pass the BIIAB Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders, you must score at least 28 of the 40 questions correctly. The personal licence exam pass mark is 70%  

English Proficiency Requirements

5.5 IELTS

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • This will allow you to work in licensed premises where they serve Alcohol

Career options

  • This will allow you to work within the Hospitality industry and be in the possition to serve Alcohol

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Granton Campus Part time 23/02/26

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