WA APPROVED MANAGER ONLINE

MLPLCA001 - Manage legislative responsibilities for the sale, supply and service of liquor

Approved Manager Certification in WA-Course Summary


Requirement: To become an Approved Manager of a licensed venue in Western Australia you need to compete mandatory training with a training provider approved by the Department.

Course code: MLPLCA001 - Manage legislative responsibilities for the sale, supply and service of liquor

Validity: Valid in WA

Delivery: 100% Online – Flexibility to start, stop, and resume when you like

Duration: Our WA Approved Manager course takes around 6-10 hours, depending on your experience.

Cost: $149

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NATIONALLY ACCREDITED TRAINING

If you are a licensee, unrestricted approved manager, or duty manager in Western Australia, you are on the correct website for completing a nationally recognised WA Approved Manager course to obtain your official certification in MLPLCA001 - Manage Legislative Responsibilities for the Sale, Supply and Service of Liquor.

This course has been developed to assist West Australian Licensees and Managers of Licensed premises in demonstrating their compliance with the mandatory knowledge requirements, as specified by the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.

Please note the pre-requisite requirements below.

DO I NEED AN APPROVED MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN WA?

Our core unit of the Approved Manager WA course is approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and the WA Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.

The WA Approved Manager online course is suitable for learners who:

  • Are experienced within the industry and wish to move into management roles.
  • Require industry accreditation.
  • Prefer to complete an online program in their own time.
  • Are about to move into a role which requires supervision within a licensed premise.

Are you on a Visa? - If you are currently in Australia on a Visa, you are NOT eligible to enrol into this course. (please contact us if you are unsure of your eligibility)

TRAIN AT YOUR CONVENIENCE – 24/7 ONLINE

Once you have registered, you will have access to your own convenient online training account with all the information and resources you need to complete your course.

Training is done fully online, which you can start, stop and resume at any time. This Approved Manager course takes approximately 7-8 hours to complete. Our helpful AAAT Training staff are available if you need learning support.

To get started, register for a free account to access our online learning portal. After you have registered, you’ll be able to purchase your desired course.

Note: The RSA - Responsible Service of Alcohol certificate is a pre-requisite of the MLPLCA001 unit. Getting started Step 1: Read the T&C’s, Student handbook and policies. Step 2: Register and pay for your course. Step 3: Make sure you have provided your photo ID and USI (Unique Student Identifier). Along with any documents requested. Step 4: Study the Online course material and complete the assessments. * For more information on your assessment requirements , please see the “Course and Assessment details” tab Step 5: Once you have submitted all your assessments, a trainer will assess your work. If your assessment meets the requirements of the unit, you will receive, via email, your Statement of Attainment for immediate download.

Before you start, please consider the following:

  • Have you read the Student Handbook? - This outlines your rights and our responsibilities. It also outlines what Vocational Education and Training is.
  • Did you look at the relevant policies? Things like privacy, complaints, and refunds.
  • Have you considered the NCVER (National Centre for Vocational Education Research) Privacy Statement? NCVER collects data on training outcomes. All RTO’s (Registered Training Organisations) must collect data and upload it to NCVER at mandated times.
  • Please make sure you understand all learning and assessment requirements as described on the Course and Assessment tab.
  • Do you consider yourself to have a learning difficulty or disability which may limit your ability to do this course? If so, please contact us on info@aaat.edu.au . This is so we can help you if required

Are you an International or overseas student?

If you are currently an overseas student or in Australia on a Student Visa you are NOT eligible to enrol into this course.

How long does it take?

This really does depend on your level of experience, so it does vary, but you need to allow a minimum of six (6) hours to work through the learning material and around four (4) hours for the assessment. You can have a break and come back to it at any stage.

Once you have completed your assessment and submitted it to us along with any required supporting documentation, you will be assessed and notified of the outcome.

Important

  • Allow two (2) business days for our team to assess your work
  • Please note you have 3 months to complete your training.

Identification

    1. ID - We are required to verify your identity. You will be asked to provide a legible copy of a photo identification - for example a driver’s licence, proof-of-age card or passport. Detailed instructions on what is required and how to submit will be sent to you in your confirmation email and is included at the commencement of your online training. Providing proof of ID is a pre-requisite to receive your certificate.
    2. USI - Unique Student Identifier (USI): All registered training providers must collect a USI before a Certificate or Statement of Attainment can be issued process.

  • A valid Email account.
  • A computer or laptop
  • An authorised form of identification.
  • Either a Digital camera / scanner / fax / iPhone or ability to upload documents from your files to your student account.
  • A digital device to record video as part of your observation
  • A reliable internet connection

THIS TRAINING COURSE IS INTENDED FOR

Licensees, Unrestricted Approved Managers, Duty Managers

The Department of Local Government , Sport and Cultural Indiustries (DLGSC) is responsible for administering the Liquor Control Act 1988 and promoting the integrity and lawful liquor activities within Western Australia, deem this a requirement to hold one of the above positions.

This course has been developed to assist West Australian Licensees and Managers of Licensed premises in demonstrating their compliance with the mandatory knowledge requirements as specified by the DLGSC

PREQUISITE RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL (RSA) TRAINING

  • Evidence of your prior RSA training must be submitted before we can issue your Approved Managers certificate.
  • Before starting this course you need to have completed either of the following units: SITHFAB002 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol or the new SITHFAB021 Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol

THE APPROVED MANAGER ID CARD

  • The Approved Managers certificate provides sufficient evidence of training for you to apply for an Unrestricted Approved Managers ID card through the The Department of Local Government , Sport and Cultural Indiustries
  • All licensed premises must have an Approved Manager on duty at all times during business hours
  • All Approved Managers must produce their Approved Manager ID card as evidence of training and approval by the The Department of Local Government , Sport and Cultural Indiustries
  • Application for your Approved Manager ID card must be made online and it is recommended that you download the Approved Manager Lodgement Guide to assist your application process
  • DLGSC charges apply for issuance your Approved Manager ID card.

At AAAT we are very proud of the business we have built, and wanted to let you know why we think we are different to the other training companies.

If you chose AAAT for your training you will get;

  • Your own online training account where you can store and access your accreditations and course material. You can keep this access even after you have finished for future reference
  • Engaging content via a genuine on-line learning environment (not just boring old PDF or PowerPoint slides!)
  • A training and assessment team with a strong history in the hospitality industry. We only provide training for the Hospitality Industry.
  • A team focussed on making your learning work for you and getting you the accreditation you need as soon as possible. We have helped over 60,000 students get their training accreditations.

Perhaps, our clients say it best….

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Disclaimer: Access All Areas Training has been delivering nationally accredited hospitality compliance training across Australia since 2010 — over 20 years in the industry. Our senior team brings more than 30 years of combined experience in hospitality training and licensing compliance. More than 200,000 students have completed their training with AAAT. Verify our RTO 52312 registration independently at training.gov.au.

Please note: The MLPLCA001 unit and WA Approved Manager course meet DLGSC requirements at the time of publication. Licensing requirements in Western Australia can change — verify current requirements with the DLGSC before enrolling. Learn more about our credentials and team on our About page.



Delivery and Assessment summary

MLPLCA001 - Manage Legislative Responsibilities for the Sale, Supply and Service of Liquor.

This is a core unit of the 52863WA – Course in Management of Licensed Premises is designed for Western Australia in line with Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) guidelines and provides participants with sufficient evidence of training competence to apply for an Approved Manager ID card in WA. This unit is a nationally recognised unit of competency.

This course suitable for learners who:

  • Are experienced within the industry and wish to move into management roles.
  • Require industry accreditation.
  • Prefer to complete an online program in their own time.
  • Are about to move into a role which requires supervision within a licensed premise.

Explanation and Topics covered.

Under the Liquor Control Act 1988, in Western Australia, individuals seeking to own, operate and/or manage licensed premises are required to hold a liquor licence. To be eligible for a liquor licence, applicants must successfully complete a course of training or assessment, approved by the Director of Liquor Licensing. The requirements of the course reflect the legislation in ensuring that individuals have the required competencies in relation to businesses that operate under a liquor licence.

These competencies include:

Interpreting and applying legislative requirements to business practice. Planning business activity for a regulated environment. Supervising the responsible service of alcohol. Monitor and maintain licensing conditions.

Prerequisite

You are required to have SITHFAB021 - Provide responsible service of alcohol, or its equivalent predecessor prior to commencing course.

Application

This unit applies to an individual who is the legally responsible person (either licensee or manager) and must operate in accordance with the conditions of the liquor licence they have approval for. In Western Australia it is a mandatory requirement for staff involved in management duties to have completed the MLPLCA001 unit.

Amount of training

The amount of training required for the program could take the learner up to 4-6 hours to complete.

Amount of assessment

The amount of assessment required for the program could take the learner up to 4 hours to complete.

Evidence gathering

Evidence gathering techniques will be achieved from the following: 

Quiz Questions
  • Learners must complete all quiz question aligned to each module. These must be answer correctly in order to move on to the next section/module.
  • If a learner incorrectly answers a question 3 times, their course will be locked and will have to contact info@aat.edu.au
Free Text Assessment
  • Free text questions will be provided to the learner (DLGSC Mandated) at the completion of the learning modules. The learner must provide, in their own words, a response to each question.

All answers must meet the benchmark requirements in order to be marked as correct.

  • These answers will be assessed by an assessor once all assessment stages have been submitted by the learner.
  • Feedback is given by the assessor if the answer does not requirements. The student is asked to resubmit their answer.
Video - Verification and Authenticity
  • You will be asked to provide one (1) short video.

The Video:

  • Hold your ID so the camera (your phone) can clearly view all details Then with your face visible state your full name and date of birth. Upload the video.
Competency Conversation
  • If any minor gaps have been identified in any assessment material, then an assessor may opt to contact the learner to have a competency conversation to ensure the learner has understood the requirements of the unit.
Feedback and completion:
  • Upon submission of your Verification and Authenticity Video, a Trainer and Assessor will review your work. If any of you answers or videos do not meet requirements, feedback will be sent to you. Please read through this carefully, review the learning material and resubmit your work. If a student fails to answer any quiz question in the allocated limit, an assessor will review the work and will counsel the learner of unlock the learner portal depending on the errors noted.
  • Please allow two (2) working days for assessment. (unless priority marking has been purchased) If your work does not meet requirements, more feedback will be sent to you.
  • Incorrect answers after your third attempt will be acknowledged as a failure and you will have to undertake the course again.
  • If the work is deemed satisfactory then to course will be marked as competent, a Statement of Attainment will be emailed.
Course material:
  • Assessment is conducted through our learning portal and by our qualified trainers and assessors.
  • All learning resources including, Learner Guide, food standards, videos, legislation, and safety guides, are available on your learner portal.
  • Assessment material is online.
Equipment you will need to have access to:
  • A PC or Laptop is recommended, though the course can be completed on a smartphone or tablet if the learner has some degree of knowledge to operate this device adequately video recording device network access.
  • Smartphone for recording video

1. Is this course approved by DLGSC?

Yes.

2. Who is required to hold Approved Manager status?

Individuals responsible for managing licensed venues under WA state liquor laws, including venue managers and sometimes owners. Under the Liquor Control Act 1988, the conduct of business at a licensed premises must be personally managed and supervised by an Approved Manager at all times.

3. Does this include licence type differences?

Yes — hotel, tavern, club, small bar, special facilities.

4. What are an Approved Manager’s legal obligations?

• Compliance oversight

• Staff supervision

• Incident log management

• Ensuring RSA compliance

• Liaising with police/inspectors

• Ensuring CCTV and security compliance

5. Does MLP1 expire?

No. But WA encourages updates every few years.

6. Does this cover crowd management?

Yes — including escalation with licensed security officers.

7. Are fines and breaches explained in detail?

Yes — including multi-thousand dollar penalty structures.

8. Does this course cover managing inspectors?

Yes — audit expectations and documentation.

9. Does MLP1 include how to handle a “show cause” letter?

Yes — common WA compliance actions explained.

10. Will I receive my certificate instantly?

Yes.

11. Can I apply for Approved Manager immediately?

Yes — once your certificate is issued.

12. Does this include high-risk event obligations?

Yes — festivals, concerts, pop-up bars.

13. Is this accepted by all WA venues?

Yes — mandatory requirement statewide.

14. Does it include venue risk registers?

Yes — including risk profiling and mitigation.

15. What are the penalties for non-compliance?

Operating a licensed venue without a nominated Approved Manager on duty is a serious offence. Penalties for non-compliance can exceed $10,000. It is the licensee’s responsibility to ensure a qualified manager is always accessible or on-site during trading hours.

16. Does this course cover the RSA prerequisite?

No. You must already hold a current RSA (SITHFAB021) before commencing the Approved Manager (MLP1) course. We will ask you to upload your valid RSA certificate before you can begin your assessment. If you do not have a current RSA, you can purchase that as part of our Approved Manager course.