🍷 California Alcohol Server Certification — Get RBS Certified Online & Save 20% Instantly

If you serve alcohol in California—whether you’re bartending in Los Angeles, waiting tables in San Diego, or managing a tasting room in Napa—you’re legally required to complete California Alcohol Server Certification through the state’s Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training Program.
ACE Food Handler offers a fast, affordable, and fully approved online course. And with our RBS coupon code “ace20”, you’ll save 20% instantly.

📋 What Is California Alcohol Server Certification?
Under Assembly Bill 1221, all on-premises alcohol servers and managers in California must:
1. Register with the California RBS Portal
2. Complete training from an approved RBS provider
3. Pass the ABC Alcohol Server Certification Exam within 30 days of training
This applies to:
• Bartenders
• Servers and waitstaff
• Barbacks and bussers
• Managers and supervisors
• Event staff and caterers
Certification is valid for 3 years, and you must be certified within 60 days of hire.

🖥️ Why ACE Is the Best Choice for California Servers
ACE Food Handler’s RBS course is:
• ✅ Approved by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC)
• 📱 100% online and mobile-friendly
• 🕒 Self-paced—complete it anytime
• 📄 Includes instant certificate download
• 📤 Automatically reported to the state
Whether you’re working in a beach bar, hotel lounge, winery, or stadium, ACE helps you get certified quickly and affordably.

🎟️ Use RBS Coupon Code “ace20” and Save 20%
Here’s how to redeem your discount:
1. Visit the California RBS Training Course page
2. Add the course to your cart
3. Enter coupon code “ace20” at checkout
4. Save 20% instantly—no hidden fees
This deal is perfect for servers onboarding for busy seasons, festivals, or new job opportunities across California.

🛡️ Why Certification Matters
California has strict alcohol laws—and enforcement is real. Serving alcohol without certification or to a minor can result in:
• Fines and penalties
• Job loss or suspension
• Legal liability for you and your employer
ACE’s course teaches you how to:
• Spot fake IDs
• Refuse service safely
• Prevent over-service
• Stay compliant with California law

📍 Serving Alcohol in California? You Need RBS Training
Whether you’re pouring wine in Sonoma, mixing cocktails in West Hollywood, or serving beer at a Giants game, California Alcohol Server Certification is mandatory.
ACE Food Handler makes it easy—and with our RBS coupon code “ace20”, it’s more affordable than ever.

California Responsible Beverage Service Training offered by ACE Food Handler. Our California Responsible Beverage Service Training course is completely online and can be taken from any computer, tablet, or phone with an internet connection.

Getting your California RBS training certificate is simple and only requires a few steps:

• Register on the RBS Website
• Get your RBS Server Number
• Complete the online California RBS Training course.
• Return to the RBS Website
• Pass the final exam with a score of 80% or better.
• Give your RBS Server Number to your employer

This online California alcoholic beverage seller training course is designed to promote the legal and responsible sale and service of alcoholic beverages in California.

RBS Training Requirements

Beginning July 1, 2022 the state law AB 1221 will make RBS training mandatory at the state level. This course meets these requirements.

Prior to taking this course, You Must Register as an Alcohol Server with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. You can Click Here to Register.

After you register and complete your application, you will be given an RBS Server ID Number. When asked, you will need to enter this number at the beginning of the course to continue.

After you have concluded the training portion of the course with ACE Food Handler we will upload your course completion data to the state the day after completion.  You will log back into your state ABC account the next day to take your exam.  You will then need to pass an online ABC administered RBS exam within 60 calendar days from the first date of employment.

Note: Per the California ABC, you will only have 30 days from your course completion date to take the exam or you will need to order a new course and take the training again. 

Find our name listed on the California RBS Training Providers

Updated 02/08/2022