Scottish Personal Licence Training (SCPLH Course)

About the Scottish Personal Licence Course 

Under the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005, you are required to have a personal licence if you plan to sell alcohol or authorise others to do so on your behalf in Scotland.

To apply for a Personal Licence, you must first complete this online Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders at SCQF Level 6, also known as the Personal Alcohol Licence or SCPLH course.

Our SCPLH course covers key topics such as the roles of a Personal Licence Holder, Licensing Standards Officer, and the Licensing Board. The course teaches managing alcohol-related crime, conflict resolution, dealing with intoxicated customers, and legal obligations such as protecting children and adhering to health and safety regulations. It prepares participants for the required exam to obtain their licence.

How Does it Work?

After booking with us, you’ll automatically receive login details for the online course and can start right away. The course takes about 4-5 hours and has a 12-month completion window. After finishing the course, we’ll schedule your online exam, which you can take from home or work. Plenty of resources are provided to help you study, and once you pass, we’ll send your certificate soon after.

Where Can I Work with a Personal Licence?

A Personal Licence Holder can work in any place that sells alcohol, such as:

• Bars and Pubs
• Restaurants
• Nightclubs and Venues
• Hotels
• Shops and Supermarkets
• Cinemas and Theatres
• Events and Festivals

Entry Requirements for the SCPLH Course

The SCPLH course has no specific entry requirements, meaning learners don't need any previous experience or qualifications to enrol. However, since the course is delivered online, you'll need a laptop or computer with a webcam and a stable internet connection.

Scottish Personal Licence Course Assessment

After finishing your Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders course, you will take a 60-minute multiple-choice exam. To pass, you must achieve a score of 28 out of 40, which is 70%. Your course will cover all the essential information you need to successfully pass your exam.

Worried about passing the exam? Don’t be! It's straightforward and easy to pass, and we offer several free resources like mock exams and a study guide to help you succeed! 

Scottish Personal Licence Course Certificate

After successfully completing the Personal Licence course, you’ll receive a Scottish Certificate for Personal Licence Holders at SCQF Level 6, accredited by Highfield Qualifications and accepted by all Scottish licensing boards.

Refresher Training

In Scotland, personal licence holders are required to complete refresher training every five years to stay updated on the licensing laws. They must also submit their training certificate to the Licensing Board that issued their licence.

If you already have a personal licence and require refresher training, please visit our Scottish Personal Licence Refresher course page for more information.