BIIAB National Certificate for Licensing Practitioners (NCLP)

What is the BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Licensing Practitioners?

It is a qualification that ensures that those involved in the review and approval of personal and premises licences are aware of their roles and responsibilities under the new Licensing Act 2003, and the associated guidance and regulations.

Who is this qualification for?

It is designed for local authority licensing officers, and other staff, such as police officers, fire officers and environmental health officers, involved in the administration of the Licensing Act 2003.

What does the qualification cover?

The qualification gives a broad introduction to the process of licensing including:

• the duties of a licensing authority
• applications and determination of a licence being granted
• hearing and appeal processes and procedures
• the duties of applicants
• the powers and rights of the relevant authorities to inspect licensed premises
• sanctions

What are the benefits of obtaining this qualification?

This qualification is the first step towards professional recognition of the licensing role. A BIIAB Level 3 Advanced Certificate is planned for 2006, which will lead into university courses.

Why choose the BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Licensing Practitioners?

• With over 23 years of experience, BIIAB is the market leader in developing and awarding qualifications for the licensed retail sector
• BIIAB has processed over 622,000 qualifications since 1994
• There are over 1,000 BIIAB Approved Training Centres which offer BIIAB qualifications throughout the UK
• The BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Licensing is part of an established career ladder in the licensed retail sector
• BIIAB is part of the BII , the professional body for the licensed retail sector, which has the fastest growing professional membership of overt 17,300 individuals
• Successful completion of this qualification entitles you to apply to join the BII
• BII and BIIAB offer support and qualifications at every stage of your career
• There is a handbook which explains the law in easily understandable English, and covers the information needed for the examination
• The BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Licensing Practitioners counts towards other qualification schemes

How long is the training course?

A two day course that includes a short multiple-choice exam. A comprehensive handbook, presented in an easy-to-follow format, supports the qualification and covers all the information needed for the examination.

There can be flexibility with your booking, you can take up one of three packages:

• Platinum - course, examination, handbook and refreshments throughout including dinner on the first night and overnight accommodation with breakfast. £325 + vat
• Gold - course, examination, handbook and refreshments throughout including dinner on the first night, but no overnight accommodation. £265 + vat
• Silver - course, examination, handbook and refreshments throughout, but no dinner or overnight accommodation. £245 + vat

Next dates: Cannock, West Midlands - 14th/15th September 2010