WSET Qualification Courses

The WSET courses provide nationally-recognised qualifications for Wine Industry professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. The courses are all examined and certificated within a QCA-approved National Qualifications Framework.   Courses can be arranged on customer premises if there are sufficient numbers.

 Please note:  As these are externally audited exams we must register candidates in advance so please make sure you register for your chosen course at least 2 weeks in advance of the start date.  We can accept later entrant but there may be an additional late booking fee, please contact us for advice.

      WSET Level 1 Award (NQF Level1)

The WSET Level 1 Award aims to provide the basic product knowledge and skills in the service and retail of wine to prepare a person for their first job in hospitality or retail.

This course is also a good introductory first course for the wine enthusiast who wishes to be introduced in a structured way to wine styles, storing and serving of wine and food and wine matching.

COURSE SYNOPSIS

• Wine Tasting : Taste and describe wines using the WSET® Systematic Approach to Tasting
• Food and Wine Matching : A practical guide to the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully
• Wine Service and Storage : Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognise common faults found in wine
• Social Responsibility : A guide to sensible drinking
• Types and Styles of Wine : Learn about what makes wines taste different
• Grape Varieties : Learn about the characteristics and styles of wines produced from the main grape varieties
• Main white grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
• Main black grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz
• Named Wines : White: Pinot Grigio, Muscadet, Sancerre, Chablis, Sauternes
• Red: Claret, Beaujolais, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rioja, Chianti
• Number of Wines Tasted : 6 wines will be tasted as part of the course
• Study Materials : Students will receive the Foundation Certificate Study Guide
• Duration of course : 1 day inclusive of examination
• Modes of Study : Day Release
• Examination : 30 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 45 minutes. A mark of 70% required to pass
• Certification : All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin.

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     WSET Level 2 Award (NQF Level 2)

 NB. The WSET Level 2 Award is an entry level wine course - you do not need to have done any other wine courses to attend this and gain the Intermediate Certificate!

The WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate Course is intended as vocational training in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry who have little previous knowledge of the broad range of alcoholic beverages available. The qualification is
suitable wherever a good level of product knowledge is required to underpin job skills and competencies.

The course is also appropriate for those not employed in the drinks industry but who have a serious interest in wine, and wish to broaden their knowledge in a structured way. This qualification has full accreditation from the UK Government’s Qualifications & Curriculum Authority as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification. This qualification provides the knowledge required for those wishing to progress on to Level 3.
 COURSE SYNOPSIS

• Wine Tasting :Taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting
• Food and Wine Matching : A guide to the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully
• Wine Service and Storage : Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognise common faults found in wines
• Social Responsibility : A guide to sensible drinking
• Labelling :Learn how to decode and understand labels
• Factors influencing the Style of Wine : Study the factors influencing the style, quality and price of wine in the vineyard and winery
• Grape Varieties : Learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international and regionally important grape varieties
• Key White grape varieties: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
  Other white varieties: Chenin Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Muscadet, Pinot Gris/Grigio, Semillon, Torrontés, Trebbiano and Verdicchio
• Key Black grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz
  Other red varieties: Barbera, Carmenère, Gamay, Malbec, Montepulciano, Nebbiolo, Pinotage, Primitivo, Sangiovese, Tempranillo and Zinfandel
• Key Wine-Producing regions of the World: Learn about the main styles of wines from the key wine-producing regions. France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Argentina, Chile, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa
• Number of Wines Tasted: 30 wines and 4 spirits will be tasted as part of the course
• Study Materials : Students will receive an Intermediate course study pack, consisting of  the course book (a comprehensive guide to the wines of the world - illustrated with detailed maps & label explanations), a study guide (complete with maps, example questions, and forms for your own tasting notes) and laminated tasting card.
• Duration of course : 16 hours (8 two-hour evening sessions or 3 full days ) plus 1 hour examination
• Recommended Private Study : 12 hours additional private study is recommended for this course. It is strongly recommended that the majority of the private study is done in preparation for the course.
• Modes of Study : Day Release (one day a week for three weeks) /  Evening (one evening a week for eight weeks) 
• Examination : 50 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 1 hour. A mark of 55% required to pass
• Certification : All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin.

WSET 3-Day Level 2 Award (Preston) :: Mon 17th Jun 2013

This exciting and structured course is the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 2 Award (formerly known as the Intermediate Certificate) and is intended as vocational

Places remaining: 12

Price: £325.00

WSET 1-Day Level 1 Award (Preston) :: Sat 7th Sep 2013

The WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate is a good introductory first course for the wine enthusiast who wishes to be introduced in a structured way to - wine styles, storing

Places remaining: 12

Price: £135.00

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