Course Description

California RBS Certification Online – Alcohol Server Training

ABC Approved | Course #313333304 | Provider #313397061 | Just $11.99 – No Hidden Fees

Complete your California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) training online with this ABC-approved course built to comply with Assembly Bill 1221. Approved as ABC Provider #313397061, Course #313333304. The course is 100% online and self-paced, gives you an instant certificate, and your completion is reported to the California ABC RBS portal within 24 hours. Just $11.99 - no taxes, no certificate fees, and no hidden charges.

Once complete, you'll receive an instant certificate of completion, and we report your completion directly to the state.

Course Highlights

✅ ABC-approved - Provider #313397061, Course #313333304

✅ Complies with California AB 1221 (RBS Training Act)

✅ $11.99 - no taxes, no certificate fees, no hidden fees

✅ Certification valid for 3 years

✅ 100% online and self-paced

✅ Instant certificate of completion

✅ Reported to the California ABC RBS portal within 24 hours

✅ Mobile-friendly - take it on phone, tablet, or computer

✅ Money-back guarantee

Who Should Take This Course

California law requires anyone who serves or sells alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption at an ABC-licensed establishment to complete RBS training and pass the state exam through the ABC RBS portal. This course is designed for bartenders, servers, cocktail waitstaff, hosts, bussers who handle alcohol, cashiers, and managers at restaurants, bars, hotels, nightclubs, breweries, and similar venues across California.

What You’ll Learn

The course includes all 5 learning objectives required by ABC:

- 1. The Social Impact of Alcohol

• Community impacts and alcohol-related harm

• Role of servers in promoting public safety

- 2. The Impact of Alcohol on the Body

• BAC, metabolism, and signs of intoxication

• Myths about sobering up

- 3. State Laws and Regulations

• Alcohol service laws and legal responsibilities

• Serving minors, visibly intoxicated guests, and penalties

- 4. Intervention Techniques

• Spotting fake IDs, checking age

• Safe service refusals and de-escalation

- 5. Developing Safe Service Policies

• Creating consistent house rules

• Documenting incidents and maintaining compliance

Who Needs This Course?

You are required to take this course if you:

• Serve, sell, or deliver alcohol in a California business licensed by the ABC

• Check IDs for alcohol service

• Supervise or manage alcohol servers

This applies to restaurants, bars, hotels, breweries, tasting rooms, and event venues. Certification is valid for 3 years.

How Do I Register as a Server or Manager?

To become certified:

1. Create an account on the ABC RBS portal:

2. Choose the Server role and pay a one-time $3 registration fee

3. Watch this quick How-To Video

4. Receive your RBS Server ID

5. Return to 1st Choice and complete the course

6. Pass the final state exam through the RBS portal

✅ For full instructions, visit the ABC RBS FAQ

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✅ Enroll today for just $11.99 - no taxes, no certificate fees, no hidden charges.

Click Enroll Now to start your California RBS training. Complete at your own pace, download your instant certificate, and we report your completion to the ABC RBS portal within 24 hours so you can schedule your state exam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course approved by the California ABC for RBS certification?

Yes. The course is approved by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control as Provider #313397061, Course #313333304, and complies with AB 1221.

Does the $11.99 include the $3 ABC server registration fee?

No. The $11.99 covers the RBS training course only. The $3 ABC RBS Server registration fee is paid separately and directly to the state through the ABC RBS portal.

Who needs RBS training in California?

Anyone who serves or sells alcohol for on-premises consumption at an ABC-licensed establishment - bartenders, servers, cocktail waitstaff, hosts and cashiers handling alcohol, plus their managers - must complete RBS training and pass the ABC state exam.

How long is my RBS certification valid?

Your California RBS certification is valid for 3 years from the date you pass the ABC state exam.

How is the course delivered?

The course is 100% online and self-paced. You can take it on a phone, tablet, or computer. Log in and out anytime - your progress is saved so you can resume where you left off.

How quickly do I get my certificate?

You receive an instant certificate of completion as soon as you finish the course. You can download or print it immediately.

When is my completion reported to the ABC?

We report your training completion to the California ABC RBS portal within 24 hours of course completion so you can move on to scheduling and passing the ABC state exam.

Do I still have to take a state exam after this course?

Yes. California RBS requires you to pass an ABC state exam through the RBS Server portal after completing approved training. This course satisfies the training requirement.

What topics does the course cover?

The course covers the five ABC-required RBS learning objectives: social impact of alcohol, impact on the body, state laws and regulations, intervention techniques, and developing safe service policies.

Is there a money-back guarantee?

Yes. The course is backed by a money-back guarantee.

What if I need help during the course?

Call or text us at 1-800-698-2770 and a team member will help. Spanish speakers welcome.

Course Details

• ABC RBS Approved Online Renewal Course -
• Provider #313397061
• ABC RBS Course #313333304
• Instant Access - Online Course.
• Study At Your Own Pace. Anytime.
• On Any Device. Phone, Tablet, or Computer.
• Hassle Free Navigation. Easy to Follow.
• Certificate emailed immediately upon completion.
• Credits reported to ABC/RBS w/in 24 Hrs.
• 1-800-698-2770 for any questions.