Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ)

Hospo, Food & Tourism

Gain the Licence Controller Qualification (LCQ) to meet legal requirements for duty managers in licensed premises. Learn about the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and host responsibility obligations in just one day of study.

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

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Understand Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012

Gain knowledge of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and its impact on operating licensed premises.

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Host Responsibility as Duty Manager

Develop knowledge of host responsibility requirements for duty managers of licensed premises.

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Meet Certification Requirements

Fulfill legal requirements prior to applying for the Manager's Certificate.

What You're Signing Up For

The LCQ course is a valuable short qualification for anyone working within licensed hospitality establishments in New Zealand. It equips students with a critical understanding of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and host responsibility requirements. Completion of the course is mandatory before you can apply for a Manager's Certificate. After the course, students receive certification from ServiceIQ and NZQA unit standard registration.

Course Content

  • Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 – key points and legal compliance
  • Host Responsibility and legal obligations of duty managers
  • Responsibilities under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act
  • Requirements to obtain a Manager's Certificate
  • Online LCQ assessment following classroom training

What you need to know first

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must be able to complete requirements without an interpreter

Good level of English required (written exam)

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Hospitality

  • Food and Beverage

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Duty Manager at licensed premises

  • Bar Manager

  • Compliance roles in hospitality