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RCS Training · Alcohol

Responsible Vendor alcohol training — in person

Florida Responsible Vendor training taught by RCS instructors at your location, tailored to your team and your operation.

  • On-premise
Contact us for pricing

Custom pricing — tell us about your team and we'll follow up with details.

RCS Training delivers responsible-vendor education for managers and staff that safeguards your business by teaching proper alcohol service and protecting your license. Compliance with Florida's Responsible Vendor Act offers participating licensees important legal advantages — and RCS can deliver the program at your location, at a time that works for your team.

What it covers

What your team learns

  • 1

    Florida law & penalties

    The rules that apply to your license — and how to stay on the right side of them.

  • 2

    Checking IDs

    Spotting valid and altered identification and refusing sales with confidence.

  • 3

    Recognizing intoxication

    Reading the signs and knowing when and how to stop service.

  • 4

    Responsible service

    Practical steps that protect your guests, your staff, and your business.

Who needs it

Servers, sellers, and managers

Anyone who sells or serves alcohol — and the managers who oversee them — benefits from Responsible Vendor training. Many operators require it for every front-of-house hire.

Format

Training that comes to you

RCS delivers personalized on-premise training at your location and convenient times. Pricing is customized to your operation — contact us to schedule for your team.

Ready to get certified?

Enroll your team and keep your certifications current — FRLA members receive preferred pricing.

Contact us for pricing

Custom pricing — tell us about your team and we'll follow up with details.

Questions

Questions, answered

How long does the in-person, on-premises training take?

The training takes approximately an hour and can be scheduled around your operations. Specific length can vary with the number of attendees, language needs, and any client policies incorporated into the training.

Who should take the training?

Training is designed for employees and managers involved in the sale, service, or supervision of alcoholic beverages.

What about proof of training?

In-person training includes a sign-in roster to verify attendance, which is provided to the licensee.

Do FRLA members save?

Yes, FRLA members receive discounts on many services and products.

Do existing RCS clients save?

Yes, RCS clients receive discounts on many services and products.