Q What is the APLH?
A Award for Personal Licence Holders (this was previously know as the NCPLH - National Certificate for Personal Licence Holders).
Q Where do you run the Personal Licence courses?
A We cover the whole of the UK. Please see our APLH course page for venues and dates.
Q What kind of exam is the APLH? Is it written or practical?
A This is a written exam optional A B C or D
Q How long does the course take?
A The course normally starts at 10am and is finished by 4pm
Q What does the exam entail?
A There is a 40 question exam, all multiple choice. To pass, you must answer 28 out of 40 questions correctly
Q Can you come to my premises to deliver the course?
A Yes, subject to a minimum of 4 candidates.
Q What is the success rate?
A At present, we have a pass rate in excess of 99%
Q How much does the course cost?
A The normal cost of a Personal Licence course is £150 + vat if paid by credit card or booked online. For group and corporate bookings this can be reduced to as little as £140 plus vat (subject to conditions)
Q What does this cost include?
A This includes the handbook, the course itself, and the certificate for the qualification.
Q Are there any discounts?
A Group discounts are available and we can offer a discounted rate to students and those receiving benefits.
Q What do I need to sell/serve alcohol?
A You need to have a Designated Premise Supervisor to authorise the sale of alcohol
Q What happens if I fail?
A If you do fail, you can resit the exam which can be booked at a fraction of the price of the full course.
Q What happens if I need to cancel or move my course booking?
A If you wish to cancel your booking, then you must give at least 10 working days notice to receive a full refund. For cancellations within 10 days or less a charge of £100 plus vat will be made.
Q Who needs to take the APLH?
A If you are planning on becoming the Designated Premise Supervisor then you will need to pass the APLH exam.
Q What does the APLH teach me?
A Everything you need to know to become a Personal Licence holder
Q Do I need any previous experience/qualifications to take the APLH?
A No previous experience/qualifications needed
Q What courses are available after the APLH is taken?
A You could consider taking the National Certificate for Designated Premise Supervisors which we run.
Q Are there any reasons why I might not be allowed a Personal Licence?
A There are relevant convictions which can stop you from holding a Personal Licence
Q Why do I need a Personal Licence?
A You need a Personal Licence for you to become the Designated Premise Supervisor
Q Is there a separate APLH for each country in the UK?
A No, except for Scotland when you will need the SCPLH
Q How long is a Personal Licence valid?
A Personal licences remain valid indefinitely.
In conjunction with the BII, we have created an exam compiled from past paper questions.
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