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Level 3: Certificate in Excise Practices & Procedures

This HMRC-validated, Level 3 Certificate delivers the essential knowledge and skills needed to thrive in Excise Practices & Procedures.

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Course duration
12 months
Delivery format
Microsoft Teams
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This is a collaborative qualification between Bonded Warehousekeepers Association (BWA) and the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade.

The Level 3 Certificate in Excise Practices and Procedures (Alcohol) is an essential introduction and certification for participants if they work in, or aspire to work in, the alcohol excise arena. This qualification is the first of its kind and aims to provide them with the skills and supporting knowledge required by employers in excise.

This course has been validated by HMRC.

Why enrol on this course?

Gain essential knowledge and skills for working in the alcohol excise sector
Learn through a structured, supported online programme
Achieve a qualification validated and regulated by HMRC

The course is designed around five modules:

1. Introduction to excise

2. Authorisations and guarantees for excise goods

3. Receipt of duty suspended excise groups

4. Storage of goods in the excise warehouse

5. Removal of goods from an excise warehouse



No formal qualifications are required for this course. All candidates must be 16 years or older to be considered for direct entry to the award.

This course is accessed online through our Canvas learning platform where the course content is found and assessments are administered.

The learning is supported by a specialist tutor who delivers one online video lesson (up to one hour) per module, and can be contacted by students via online messaging.

Study Commitment: 121 hours (over 12 months)

Learners will submit a summative assessment at the end of the five modules. The grade awarded determines the overall outcome of the course. All course content is delivered through supported distance learning, which are virtual classroom events and accessed by Microsoft Teams. 

Non-member Course Fee: £900.00

Member of the Chartered Institute Course Fee: £600.00

Member of the BWA Course Fee: £600.00

Who is this online course for?

The qualification is appropriate for learners who have responsibility for the storage and movement of excise goods (alcohol) as part of their core work. The qualification will also support work-based learning within the industry.

To apply for the Level 3: Certificate in Excise Practices & Procedures, please use the 'Apply now' button or send an email requesting an application form to qualifications@export.org.uk 

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Email: qualifications@export.org.uk