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TIPS Certification Online


Leading The Way in Responsible Alcohol Service Training For Over 40 Years...

TIPS (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) is the global leader in education and training for the responsible service, sale, and consumption of alcohol.

Our TIPS Alcohol website offers online TIPS alcohol training for both on and off premise needs as well as for those in the casino gaming industry.

You may visit the TIPS On-Premise course page if you work in a bar or restaurant, the TIPS Off-Premise course page if you work in a liquor, grocery or convenience store, the TIPS Concessions course page if you work in a stadium, arena, concert hall or fair, TIPS Gaming-course page if you work in a casino, riverboat, cruise ship or gaming establishment.

We also now offer a TIPS Delivery & Drinks-to-go course. The course pages answer specific questions about the TIPS course in your industry.


Find Your TIPS Course on Your Course Below:


If you are looking to train your staff, please visit our Group Training page!

Our online on-premise version of TIPS Alcohol Certification is valid or accepted for use in bars and restaurants in 45 states and District of Columbia. Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois Basset, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington State, Washington DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming. It is also accepted in US Territories such as Guam, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands.

Our TIPS Training Course is also approved by the city of Boise, Idaho Chief of Police for the new mandatory Alcohol Server Training in Boise. It is also accepted statewide in Idaho.

Logo Proven effective by third-party studies, TIPS is a skills-based, 100% online responsible alcohol training and certification program that is designed to prevent intoxication, underage drinking, and drunk driving by enhancing the fundamental "people skills" of servers, sellers and consumers of alcohol. TIPS gives individuals the knowledge and confidence they need to recognize potential alcohol-related problems and intervene to prevent alcohol-related tragedies.

Girl With Laptop Training conducted through TIPS is implemented through a computer and served over the web. eTIPS Training is self-paced and can be administered at any time.

At the end of the session, participants complete a multiple-choice exam. Participants who pass the exam receive a certification card, valid for three years in most areas.

In the online version, students may print their temporary certification immediately and receive their TIPS Card in the mail within 7 to 14 days. Exams, grades and other relevant information are maintained online for review.


Who Should Be TIPS Certified?

Anyone who serves alcohol in a licensed establishment should take this training and receive their certification. TIPS certification is required my many bars, stores and insurance companies.

  • Bartenders
  • Bar Backs
  • Servers
  • Managers
  • Liquor, Grocery and Convenience Store Clerks and Managers

Follow These Easy Steps Below to Enroll & get TIPS Certified

  • Enroll in our class by clicking on one of the four "Buy Now TIPS" buttons above.
  • Complete the TIPS alcohol certification course online at your own pace.
  • Pass the certification exam.You have 30 days to complete the course.
  • If you fail the final exam you have one additional attempt to pass at no charge.
  • Print your TIPS certification card as proof of your online certification.
  • Receive your permanent certification by US mail in 7 to 10 business days.

Why Should I Be TIPS Certified?

TIPS Alcoholic beverage server training is now mandatory in many states. Servers of alcohol must complete the training within 30 days of commencing employment.

What this means to you as a liquor-serving employee is that you not only receive protection in the event of an alcohol-involved incident, but you will become more hireable by these quality companies since you will already be certified by the top alcohol service program that has over 3 million graduates over the last 20 years.

We know you have a tough schedule and that's why we offer live telephone support to make sure you don't waste time if you're in need of technical assistance.


Latest TIPS Alcohol Certification News Below:

  • Online eTIPS On-Premise Now Approved by California Alcoholic Beverage Control

    Austin, Texas, April 2022— 360Training recently announced that it's On Premise eTIPS course for restaurants, bars, nightclubs and events has received approval by the California Alcoholic Beverage Control Board for it's RBS alcohol seller server training program.

    The Responsible Beverage Service Program (RBS) is a seller/server responsible alcohol service program for anyone who serves alcohol for consumption on the premises or checks ID in California. RBS becomes mandatory on 7/1/2022 and all existing servers of alcohol must complete the course and be registered with the ABC by 08/31/2022.

    Sign up for the course on our California RBS page.

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  • Online eTIPS On-Premise Now Approved by PCLB

    ARLINGTON, Va., July 19th, 2017— Health Communications, Inc. (HCI) recently announced that it's On Premise eTIPS course for restaurants, bars, nightclubs and events has received approval by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board for it's RAMP seller server training.

    The Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP) is a seller/server responsible alcohol service program for anyone who serves alcohol or checks ID in Pennsylvania. The course focuses on identifying fake ID's and watching for signs of intoxication in customers.

    You may now take your PA RAMP seller server training on this website by signing up from any page by seleting the "On Premise" red button and entering Pennsylvania as your work address. You will automatically be given the RAMP seller server course.

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  • Online eTIPS On-Premise Now Available in Espanol

    ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 9th, 2014— Health Communications, Inc. (HCI) recently launched eTIPS On Premise – Espanol, an online alcohol server training program for Spanish-speaking hospitality personnel. TIPS (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) is the premier responsible alcohol training program designed to prevent underage drinking, intoxication, and drunk driving.

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  • Online eTIPS On-Premise Alcohol Training Approved in Louisiana

    ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 21, 2014 -- Health Communications, Inc. (HCI) today announced that eTIPS On Premise - Louisiana, was approved by the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC). Louisiana law requires servers of alcohol to complete a Responsible Vendor (RV) class and obtain an RV Server Permit within 45 days of employment. With the ATC's approval of eTIPS On Premise - Louisiana, servers can now earn the required alcohol server training permits in an easy to learn, convenient online format.

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