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TAP®

Yes, registration is required for in-person classes and webinars; you can register online here.

For in-person classes, bring a government-issued picture ID and something to write on.

For webinars, you will need to upload a government-issued picture ID 24 hours prior to the class date. Instructions are included in your confirmation e-mail. 

  

You can request a replacement card in person at the CHARR Office for $20, or purchase one online [ here.].

Be sure to provide an accurate and complete shipping address to avoid delays.
Yes. There is a test at the end of the class, and you must receive an 85% to pass the course successfully. (87.5% for renewal testing).

A retake will be available if you fail the assessment.

If you fail the retake, you will be required to purchase and attend the class again

Retakes are not available  for renewals
No. However, you must be 18 or older to receive a TAP® certification.
Yes. There is a 30-day grace period FOR NEW HIRES ONLY, unless you are working in Anchorage, in which case there is no grace period. Within the Municipality of Anchorage, you must have your TAP card prior to serving or selling alcohol. You may not let it expire and still work.
No. Unlike other alcohol certification classes, which make you wait up to a month after completing class, your TAP® card or temporary certificate is issued immediately upon successfully completing the certification survey following the exam.
No. Alcohol server training is state-specific as state laws vary a great deal.

Yes, you can attend the webinar while in another state. 

We will only mail TAP cards to an Alaska address, or you can pick them up at our Anchorage office when you arrive in Alaska. 
There is no law prohibiting those with DUI from having a TAP card.

Address Accuracy:
Customers are responsible for ensuring that their mailing address is accurate and up to date. To prevent delays or additional charges, please respond promptly to all email notifications. For assistance, contact us at info@alaskacharr.com.

Returned TAP Cards:
If your TAP Card is returned due to an undeliverable address, we will notify you via email with instructions on how to resolve the issue. Follow-up reminders will be sent at 30, 60, and 90 days. If the issue is not resolved within 90 days, the returned card will be securely shredded, and a duplicate card can be requested for a $20 fee.

Out of State Shipping Address:

Due to extended delivery times and undelivered mail, we kindly ask that TAP Cards be shipped to an in-state

(Alaska) address.