How do I obtain an SSC® Seller Server RASP Certification in North Carolina?

Theme parks like Carowinds and movie theaters serving alcohol may require RASP training for compliance with ABC laws and company policies.

Yes, North Carolina has tribal casinos, such as Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, where employees serving alcohol are typically required to complete responsible vendor training like RASP.

Yes, North Carolina allows online responsible vendor training as long as it is accredited by the North Carolina ABC Commission.

Yes, many high-end resorts and lodges in areas like Asheville, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and coastal resorts require RASP training for employees handling alcohol.

Yes, caterers serving alcohol at events must comply with North Carolina ABC regulations, and many require staff to complete RASP training to ensure responsible service.

While not legally required statewide, many major retailers and convenience stores require employees to complete responsible alcohol vendor training to prevent underage sales and comply with North Carolina ABC regulations.

Culinary students are not required to complete RASP training unless they participate in alcohol service as part of their coursework or internships.

North Carolina does not have traditional pari-mutuel horse racing tracks, but off-track betting and electronic gaming venues that serve alcohol may require RASP training for compliance.

While North Carolina has statewide alcohol laws, some cities enforce stricter local ordinances:

• Charlotte – Alcohol servers in entertainment districts may be required to complete responsible vendor training.
• Raleigh – Businesses in areas with high alcohol service violations may be required to participate in extra training programs.
• Greensboro and Durham – Local law enforcement partners with alcohol vendors to promote responsible service and compliance.

While not mandatory statewide, many restaurants, bars, and grills require their employees to complete RASP training to comply with North Carolina ABC Commission regulations and reduce liability risks.

While RASP certification does not expire under state law, many employers require renewal every 3 years to ensure compliance with updated alcohol regulations.

While RASP is not required statewide, many businesses mandate training for compliance and liability protection. Employees without training may be at risk of fines or job termination if they violate ABC laws.

The Responsible Alcohol Seller Program (RASP) is North Carolina’s voluntary training program designed to educate alcohol servers and sellers on responsible beverage service. While not required by state law, many employers and local jurisdictions mandate RASP training to comply with North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Commission regulations.

Employees involved in the sale or service of alcohol, including:

• Bartenders and servers in restaurants, bars, and grills
• Cashiers and clerks in convenience and grocery stores selling alcohol
• Casino, resort, and lodge employees serving alcohol
• Theme park and movie theater employees selling alcohol
• Catering staff handling alcohol service

To obtain your certificate from the State of North Carolina

• Please visit our website at https://sellerserverclasses.com/north-carolina and create an account.
• Once you have created the account it will allow you to make a course purchase. To make an individual purchase you will need to click on “Courses” at the top of the page and then click on the “Take this course” button on the right side of the page.
• You will then need to enter payment information along with your personal information and then click on the blue “Review Information” button.
• If everything was entered correctly you will then be taken to the next page, where you will need to agree to the policies and then click on the “Purchase” button.
• If your payment is approved, you will then need to click on “Course” from the menu and then click on the green “Study” button to begin the course. 
• Once all the modules have been studied you will be able to take the final exam,
• Once you meet the required score on the final exam it will allow you to print or download your certificate immediately.