Nevada · Official ServSafe® Program by the National Restaurant Association
Nevada ServSafe® Alcohol Server Training Online
ServSafe Alcohol training for Nevada servers, bartenders and security staff.
- Online accepted in Nevada
- Step 1 toward your Nevada card
- About 4-hour course
- In-person card exam
- 3-year ServSafe certificate
Start your ServSafe Alcohol training online
Nevada Alcohol Server Training Requirements
Nevada requires an Alcohol Education Card for alcohol servers, sellers and security staff in Clark and Washoe counties. Training can be online, but the card exam must be proctored in person.
Step 1: Online Course
Take the ServSafe Alcohol Online Course and Primary Exam with us and earn a 3-year ServSafe Alcohol certificate. Outside the counties covered by the law, that may be all your employer asks for.
Step 2: Card Exam
In Clark and Washoe counties, book an in-person proctored exam with the Nevada Restaurant Association in Las Vegas. Bring your ServSafe certificate. Pass to receive your Nevada Alcohol Education Card.
Not Near Las Vegas?
The proctored exam for the ServSafe path is offered in Las Vegas. If you work in Reno or cannot travel, check the state’s approved provider list for testing near you.
| Nevada alcohol training at a glance | Details |
|---|---|
| State agency | Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education (CPE) |
| Who needs a card | Employees who sell or serve alcohol or work security; in Clark County, also package-store sellers |
| Where required | Counties of 100,000 or more (Clark and Washoe) and smaller jurisdictions that opt in |
| Deadline | Within 30 days of hire |
| Card testing | Proctored in person at a CPE-approved location |
| ServSafe path | Online course and exam, then Nevada Restaurant Association proctored exam in Las Vegas |
| Card validity | 4 years |
| Employer fines | $500, $1,000, then $5,000 within 24 months |
| Minimum age | 21 to serve or pour |
Learn more from ServSafe’s online acceptance list and Nevada guidelines, NRS 369.600 to 369.635, the CPE approved provider list, the Nevada Restaurant Association and ServSafe’s Nevada key laws.
Which Training Do You Need?
Las Vegas & Clark County
Take this $35.95 ServSafe Alcohol online course and exam, then pass the Nevada Restaurant Association’s proctored exam in Las Vegas to receive your Nevada Alcohol Education Card.
Reno, Washoe & Elsewhere
Washoe County also requires the card, but the ServSafe proctored exam is in Las Vegas. Check the CPE approved provider list for testing near you. Elsewhere, ask your employer whether ServSafe Alcohol meets its requirement.
What’s Included in the ServSafe Alcohol Online Course
- ServSafe Alcohol 3rd Edition online course (about 4 hours)
- Self-paced with bookmarking
- Works on smartphones, tablets and computers
- 90 days to finish once you start
- One-time Exam Access Code emailed with your receipt
- 40-question online exam, English or Spanish
- ServSafe Alcohol certificate, valid 3 years
- Proctored Nevada card exam arranged separately
Product details: ServSafe Alcohol Online Course and Primary Exam.
What You’ll Learn in ServSafe Alcohol Training
Alcohol Laws & Liability
Understand your legal responsibilities and how illegal sales can expose you and your employer to fines and penalties.
Checking IDs & Spotting Fakes
Verify age correctly, know which IDs are acceptable and identify fake, altered or borrowed IDs.
Evaluating Intoxication
Learn how alcohol affects the body, recognize signs of intoxication and track how much guests have had.
Preventing Underage Sales
Use practical skills to avoid sales to anyone under 21 or who appears to be under 21.
Handling Difficult Situations
Stop service, de-escalate conflict and help prevent intoxicated guests from driving.
Real-World Scenarios
Practice with video simulations and role-play activities built around real alcohol service situations.
Who Takes ServSafe Alcohol in Nevada?
From the Las Vegas Strip, Henderson and North Las Vegas to Reno, Sparks and Carson City, Nevada hospitality workers use ServSafe Alcohol to build responsible service skills. In Clark and Washoe counties, it is the first step toward the state card.
How to Get Your Nevada Alcohol Education Card with ServSafe
- Enroll and startSelf-paced, about 4 hours, on any device.
- Pass the online exam40 questions, no proctor. Score 75% or higher.
- Save your certificateDownload your ServSafe Alcohol certificate.
- Book the card examCall the Nevada Restaurant Association at 702-878-2313, ext. 1004.
- Get your Nevada cardPass in person within 30 days of hire. Card valid 4 years.
Nevada ServSafe Alcohol FAQs
Does Nevada require alcohol server training?
Yes, in Clark and Washoe counties. Under NRS 369.630, establishments in counties with 100,000 or more residents, and in smaller jurisdictions that opt in, may employ people to sell or serve alcohol or work security only if they hold a valid Nevada Alcohol Education Card or earn one within 30 days of hire.
Who needs a Nevada Alcohol Education Card?
Employees who sell or serve alcoholic beverages or perform security guard duties at a covered establishment, such as bars, restaurants, casinos and hotels. In Clark County, the rule also covers businesses that sell packaged alcohol, such as liquor stores.
Does this online course give me a Nevada Alcohol Education Card?
Not by itself. The ServSafe Alcohol Online Course and Primary Exam earns you a ServSafe Alcohol certificate. ServSafe states that an additional in-person proctored exam, given by the Nevada Restaurant Association, is required to receive the Nevada Alcohol Education Card.
How do I get my Nevada card with ServSafe Alcohol?
According to ServSafe: 1) take the ServSafe Alcohol Online Course with Primary Exam, 2) register for the in-person ServSafe exam proctored by the Nevada Restaurant Association, 3) bring proof of your ServSafe Alcohol certificate, and 4) pass the proctored exam. The Nevada Restaurant Association then issues your Alcohol Education Card.
Where do I take the proctored exam?
At the Nevada Restaurant Association office in Las Vegas. ServSafe lists appointments Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., by phone at 702-878-2313, ext. 1004, or by email at education@nvrestaurants.com. Contact the Nevada Restaurant Association for current times and any exam fee.
I work in Reno. Can I use this course?
Washoe County also requires the Nevada Alcohol Education Card, but the proctored exam for the ServSafe path is offered at the Nevada Restaurant Association office in Las Vegas. If you cannot test in Las Vegas, check the Commission on Postsecondary Education's approved provider list for testing near you before you buy.
Is the online course accepted in Nevada?
Yes. ServSafe's online acceptance page lists Nevada among the states where the ServSafe Alcohol Online Course and Exam can be used. For the Nevada Alcohol Education Card, the Commission on Postsecondary Education allows courses online, but all card testing must be proctored in person at an approved location.
How long is the Nevada Alcohol Education Card valid?
Nevada Alcohol Education Cards are valid for four years. Your ServSafe Alcohol certificate is valid for three years. To stay compliant after your card expires, complete a certified program and earn a new card.
What happens if an employer does not comply?
Under NRS 369.630, an owner or operator who employs someone without a valid card past the 30-day window commits a civil infraction. Fines are $500 for a first violation, $1,000 for a second and $5,000 for a third or later violation within 24 months.
How old do I have to be to serve alcohol in Nevada?
According to ServSafe's Nevada key laws, you must be 21 to serve or pour alcohol. Employees 16 and older may handle beer, wine and coolers in original sealed containers only under the direct supervision of an employee 21 or older who is present at all times.
What IDs are acceptable in Nevada?
According to ServSafe's Nevada key laws, acceptable ID is bona fide documentary evidence of age and identity issued by a federal, state, county or municipal government or agency, such as a driver's license or military ID.
What are the penalties for selling alcohol to a minor in Nevada?
Knowingly selling or furnishing alcohol to anyone under 21 is a misdemeanor under NRS 202.055. According to ServSafe's Nevada key laws, a first offense carries a $500 to $1,000 fine, and later offenses carry a $1,000 to $2,000 fine and/or up to one year in jail.
Does Nevada have a dram shop law?
Nevada generally does not hold licensees or their employees civilly liable for injuries caused by guests they served (NRS 41.1305). Criminal penalties for serving minors still apply, and local ordinances may add rules.
Are happy hours allowed in Nevada?
According to ServSafe's Nevada key laws, drink specials must be offered for the entire business day. Licensees may not give free drinks, offer two-for-one specials or sell food and drink combinations at a special price.
How much does the course cost?
The ServSafe Alcohol Online Course and Primary Exam is $35.95 through On Focus Solutions. The in-person proctored exam for the Nevada card is arranged separately with the Nevada Restaurant Association.
How long does the course take?
The ServSafe Alcohol online course takes about four hours. It is self-paced and has a bookmark feature, so you can stop and pick up where you left off on any device. Leave time to book your proctored exam within 30 days of hire.
Is the course available in Spanish?
The online course is delivered in English. After you finish the course, you can choose to take the online exam in English or Spanish.
Can I get a refund?
No. All online course purchases are final. If you work in Reno or cannot test in Las Vegas, confirm your proctored exam option before you buy.
Start Your ServSafe Alcohol Training Online
$35.95 ServSafe Alcohol online course and exam, step one toward your Nevada Alcohol Education Card. Then book your proctored exam with the Nevada Restaurant Association.
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ServSafe lists Nevada among the states where the ServSafe Alcohol Online Course and Exam can be used. This online course does not by itself issue a Nevada Alcohol Education Card; in jurisdictions covered by NRS 369.630, the card requires an in-person proctored exam through a provider approved by the Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education. The proctored exam and card for the ServSafe path are provided by the Nevada Restaurant Association, not On Focus Solutions. On Focus Solutions is not affiliated with the Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education or the Nevada Restaurant Association. All online course purchases are final. ServSafe® and ServSafe Alcohol® are registered trademarks of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, used under license by National Restaurant Association Solutions, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Restaurant Association.