Q: Why Do I Need to go to Bartending School?
A: Before there were bartending schools a person might start as a bus person, wait staff, food runner, or even a dishwasher. When you finally became a bartender often you would lack the skills to be really good. Simply put, many establishments just don’t have the time to train you. By taking our course, you will have the skills and confidence to step behind any bar and make money right away. On-line courses and college classes do NOT give you the hands-on training that you need to be successful.

Q: I do not know anything about alcohol or drinks. Will I fall behind in the classes?
A: Most students start with very little knowledge of bartending. Our classes are broken down into 14 separate lessons that make it easy to follow the instruction. Our instructors make learning easy and fun. By the time your course is over you will have the speed and knowledge to work in any environment. If you feel you need additional practice, just come in whenever one of our campus locations is open.

Q: Is there much demand for bartenders today?
A: Bartending job openings range from region to region. On the West Coast, in the Rocky Mountains and the Desert Southwest, there exists a very strong demand for bartenders. This is largely due to a strong hospitality industry in such places as Denver, Phoenix, Tucson, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Tahoe and other destinations. Let's face it: as long as people want to go out and drink, there will be a demand for bartenders.

Q: I have a full-time job. Will someone still hire me if I can only work part time?
A: Most bartenders work part time. Many have a full or part time job doing other things. However, some people find that they do well enough financially bartending that they make it their full time job.

Q: How old do I have to be to be a bartender?
A: The legal age to tend bar varies by state. See our page with information about the legal Bartending Age in your state.

Q: Will I learn all that I need to know about bartending?
A: Not only will we teach you how to mix drinks, but you will learn about customer service, bar set-ups, equipment, Flair bartending and everything else you need to know to become a successful bartender.

Q: How many drinks will I learn to mix?
A: We break up the lessons into 14 "bite-sized" sections. During these sessions you will learn how to mix about 200 drinks. Do NOT let this number intimidate you. We make learning easy and fun!

Q: OK. I complete the course. Can you help me with Job Placement?
A: Once you've completed your training we offer local and nationwide job placement assistance to all of our graduates. We work for you to get your foot in the door for interviews by working with a wide variety of establishments that fit your needs. Graduates of Bartending College USA courses typically are successful in finding jobs within 30 days after completing our course. Please call us if you encounter difficulty in this process. We will discuss your approach and offer additional tips and possible leads to available jobs in your area.