Bartending School on Long Island & in Queens, NY

Become A Bartender In 1 Week

Ready to ditch the desk and live life on the rocks? Get certified, trained, and bar-ready in one week. Because the future’s calling, and it’s asking for a drink.

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Flexible payment options available.

Learn The Craft Of Mixology With Expert Bartending Institution On Long Island

 Why wait for the “someday” when you could be pouring your first drink by next week?

With 1-800-Bartend, it’s not just about learning how to make a cocktail; it’s about joining a crew of pros, finding your rhythm, and unlocking doors to a career that’s fun, flexible, and all about connections.

If they’re hiring, you’ll be first in line.

30+
Years in Business

It's fast!

Certified and job-ready in just one week—because your dreams shouldn’t wait.

It's hands-on!

Jump into a real bar setup and learn skills you’ll actually use.

It works!

Our network helps you find work as easy as finding a happy hour special.

Where skills meet opportunity

Ready to start your bartending journey or need talented staff for your business? We’re ready to roll.

Bartending School & Programs in Suffolk, Nassau & Queens County, NY

Programs Built To Work Around You

Our courses are engineered to deliver maximum impact in minimum time. 

5-day Course

Full-Time Program

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Our signature 5-day program packs in all the skills, so you’re ready to rock behind the bar by the weekend. 

1-day Course

Consolidated Program

Got a tight schedule? This 1-day course gives you everything you need, faster than ever.

15-hour Course

Beverage Management Program

Our professional 15-hour program goes beyond bartending basics, preparing you to manage beverage operations, lead staff, and elevate guest experiences.

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Fast Bartending Training Long Island, NY

Where One Week Can Take You

One week of training, and you’re ready to start something amazing. The skills, the confidence, the career it’s all yours. 

Why 1-800-Bartend?

Teaching since 1989

Three decades of know-how, training people just like you to find success in the industry.

Covering A-Z

From basic pours to cash registers, we cover everything you’ll actually need.

Real bar setup

Real soda guns, glassware, and gear to get you used to the real deal.

Flexible schedule

Whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, we’ve got class times that work for you.

Lifetime Learning

Alumni get free lifetime refresher courses and exclusive renewal rates.

Profitable Network

Our graduates have connections—and so will you. Access our job board 24/7.

Bartending School FAQs

How long does bartending school take?

Our full-time program runs five days, so you can be certified and job-ready in one week. A condensed 1-day course is also available.

Do I need a license to bartend in New York?

New York has no state bartending license. Most employers require NY State ATAP certification, which is included in our courses and is valid for three years.

How old do you have to be to bartend in New York?

You must be at least 18 to serve alcohol in New York State.

Do you help graduates find jobs?

Yes. Graduates get job placement support, lifetime refresher courses and access to our 24/7 alumni job portal.

Where are your campuses?

Long Island: 2233 NY-110, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Queens: 84-02 Roosevelt Avenue, Jackson Heights, NY 11372.

Can I pay over time?

Yes. We accept Klarna and Affirm.

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