TIPS Alcohol Awareness Training
Greg Ruby is a certified trainer for the TIPS (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) alcohol awareness training program. TIPS is a dynamic, skills-based training program designed to prevent intoxication, drunk driving and underage drinking by enhancing the fundamental “people skills” of servers, sellers and consumers of alcohol. TIPS give individuals the knowledge and confidence they need to recognize potential alcohol-related problems and intervene to prevent alcohol-related tragedies.
Training is implemented through video and printed materials to facilitate discussion of the course content. Course material is presented in three sections: Information, Skills Training and Practice/Rehearsal. 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.
The TIPS On Premise program is a five-hour program designed for servers at restaurants, bars, hotels or any other establishment where alcohol is consumed on the premises. Employees learn strategies for serving alcohol responsibly while providing the best possible customer service.
Greg offers the TIPS On Premise classes on the second and fourth Saturday of every month at Mike McGovern’s Irish Pub located at 1129 South Clinton Street in the Canton area of Baltimore. Classes start promptly at 10 a.m. and there is plenty of free on-street parking available.
Price for individuals to take any TIPS Course is $50. Register 3-5 participants for a class and save $5 for each student. Register 6-15 participants for a class and save $10 off each student. Have 16 or more folks needing to take the class, contact us and save even more! Group discounts cannot be combined with any other discounts or special offers.
Class attendees should bring a valid photo identification and the class fee in cash or check with them to the class. No credit cards will be accepted.
Other TIPS Programs Available:
Off Premises (3 hours) – The Off Premise program is a three-hour program addressing the sale of alcohol at grocery stores, liquor stores, convenience stores and package stores. Clerks learn strategies for preventing illegal alcohol sales to underage and/or intoxicated patrons.
Concessions (3 hours) – The Concessions program is a three-hour program for environments such as stadiums, arenas, theaters, concert halls, fairs, amusement parks and festivals. The focus of this program is on assessing patrons in a short period of time to prevent illegal alcohol sales.
University (2.5 hours) – The University program is a 2.5 hour program tailored for students at universities and colleges. This program gives students the skills they need to intervene with their peers in social situations to prevent alcohol-related incidents.
Seniors (2 hours) – The Seniors program is a two-hour program specifically for senior citizens. This program focuses on the special challenges alcohol consumption can pose for the elderly. Participants gain knowledge about intervention strategies targeted to this segment of the population.
Online versions of all five TIPS programs are also available for those that wish to do a self-paced program. Contact us for more information.
Have a group that needs training and you have your own facility? We can customize a program for you and come to your location. Contact us TIPS (at) gregrubyconsulting.com or call 443.562.7699 for details!
