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WSET LEVEL 2
CERTIFICATION

WSET Wine, Spirits, Sake & Beer Courses

The WSET Level 2 Certifications are a beginner to intermediate level qualifications exploring wines and spirits, or spirits for those working in the industry or wine and spirit enthusiasts. Designed for individuals seeking a core understanding of wine or spirits these qualifications explores the major grape varieties, raw materials used for spirits, important wine regions or regions of production of spirits. You’ll learn about the styles of wines or spirits produced as well as key classifications and labeling terminology. Upon successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

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This qualification has a minimum requirement of 28 hours of study time, including 16 hours of classroom or online delivery time.

Why you will love taking the WSET Level 2 in Wines course from us:

  • We Prepare you for Success – Before you even step foot in our classroom, we offer you a complete online Level 2 pre-study module which you can access immediately after enrollment. This added resource provides a structured study and best prepares you for the WSET exam. This is just one of the reasons our students consistently score above the global average on their Level 2 exam.
  • We Give You Flexibility – We offer you the largest selection of course dates with location options around the U.S. so you can find a class that best fits your schedule.
  • You’ll Be In Good Company – You will join a community of 4,000+ students who have studied with us and successfully completed the WSET Level 2
  • You’ll Be Making the Right Choice – You will be in good hands, studying with an expert instructor at America’s Premier Wine School, winner of the WSET Global and Riedel Wine Educator of the Year Award.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Beginner to Intermediate

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • How wine and/or spirits are made
  • What factors influence wine and/or spirits style
  • The key white and black grape varieties and their characteristics (for the wine course only)
  • The important wine and/or spirits producing regions of the world
  • The production of sparkling, sweet, and fortified wines
  • Label terminology
  • Food and wine pairing principles
  • The principal categories of spirits and liqueurs, and how they are made
  • How to describe wine and/or spirits style using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting® (SAT)

NOTES:

  • Courses are offered in-person and online.
  • Exams must be taken in-person or online within 12 months of taking the course.
  • All course materials and textbooks, including any test fees, are included.

IN-PERSON COURSE & WORKSHOP REFUNDS & TRANSFERS

Cancellations of confirmed in-person course enrollments and workshops are accepted up to 60 days before the start of the course. An administration fee of $50 plus the full cost of the study materials and exam fees will be deducted, and the remainder of the course fee refunded to the payee. Separate WSET exam cancellation/transfer rules apply.
Transfers of a confirmed enrollment to another course are accepted 60 days before the course start date with an administration fee of $50.

Cancellations less than 60 days before the in-person course start date or course no shows forfeit any refund/transfer options unless students can provide medical documentation. If medical documentation is provided, students can be transferred to a later course. No refunds will be applied.

Course Transfers cannot be carried forward to the next academic year (which commenced on January 1).

Students are highly encouraged to purchase separate travel insurance.

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Flamingo Hotel Las Vegas

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

February 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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3555 Las Vegas Blvd

Las Vegas, NV 89109

 

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Mariott Santa Ynez

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

April 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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555 McMurray Road

Buelton, CA 93427

 

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Art Hotel Denver

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 5, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Mountain)

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1201 Broadway

Denver, CO 80203

 

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Aloft Nashville

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

February 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Central)

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1719 West End Ave.

Nashville, TN 37203

 

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Epicurean Hotel

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

March 19, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Eastern)

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1207 S Howard Ave,

Tampa, FL 33606

 

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Street View of HQ

Your WSET Level 3 exam will take place on

January 22, 2023 at 10:00 AM (Pacific)

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2501 Oak Street

Napa, CA 94559

 

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