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Illinois BASSET Alcohol Training

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Product Description

What is a BASSET Card?

A BASSET card verifies that you’ve completed an Illinois-approved alcohol server training program, such as the online course we provide.

What does BASSET stand for?

BASSET stands for Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training. In short, it’s a program that teaches anyone serving alcohol in Illinois how to do it responsibly. By completing the program, you contribute to the state’s goal of preventing drunk driving and sales to minors while at the same time building safer communities.

How do I get my Illinois BASSET Certification?

Getting your BASSET certification is easy. Complete a state-approved alcohol server training program, and as soon as you pass the final exam, you get your temporary certificate of completion. Then, your completion is sent to the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC), and the ILCC will send your official BASSET card. Get started today!

In Illinois, if you serve alcohol or check ID cards for alcohol service, are required to have a BASSET card.

Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education and Training (BASSET) is the State of Illinois' responsible beverage seller/server program. Under the licensing and regulatory auspices of the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, BASSET is designed to encourage profitable, responsible, and legal alcohol sales and service.

This course provides you with the necessary knowledge and techniques needed to be a responsible seller/server of alcohol. Specifically you will learn how to protect yourself and your establishment from liability; how alcohol affects your customers; how to recognize the effects of alcohol on your customers; how to prevent customers from becoming intoxicated; how to intervene when you need to refuse a sale to someone; how to prevent and deal with disturbances; how to accurately check IDs and recognize minors; how to prevent second-party sales and loitering; and how to refuse a sale.

The goals and objectives of the BASSET Program are:

Train and educate sellers and servers to engage in responsible alcohol service;
Spot signs of intoxication and utilize various intervention techniques;
Prevent DUIs and alcohol-related fatalities;
Stop underage sales and underage drinking;
Create safer communities and establishments where alcohol is served;
Educate owners, managers and staff on dram shop insurance, state laws, and local ordinances regarding alcohol service.

Course Facts
Course duration: 4 hours
Renewal requirements: 3 years
Course structure: At your own pace, save progress as you go - 100% online, available 24/7