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WSET LEVEL 1
CERTIFICATION

WSET Wine, Spirits, Sake & Beer Courses

The WSET Level 1 Certifications are ideal for those seeking to enrich their knowledge in one of the following areas: wine, spirits, or sake. Designed as a foundation level courses for those students working in the on- or off-premise (hospitality, retail or restaurant industry). These classes are particularly helpful for restaurant serves who have not experienced any formal wine education.

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WSET Level 1 Foundation Certifications

An excellent way to jump-start your career in wine.

You’ll explore the main styles and types of either wine, spirits, or sake (depending on the course you choose) through sight, smell, and taste to develop an understanding of the key factors affecting flavors and aromas. Upon successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

Why you will love taking the WSET Level 1 in Wines course from us:

  • We Prepare you for Success – Before you even step foot in our classroom, we offer you a complete online pre-study module which you can access immediately after enrollment. This best prepares you for your Level 1 exam which takes place at the end of your in-class session. (FYI, we consistently have some of the highest WSET exam scores globally)
  • We Give You Flexibility – We offer you the largest selection of course dates and location options 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 1.
  • 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

  • None, this is a foundation level course

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • The basic principles of either wine, spirits, or sake production
  • The main types and styles of wine, spirits, or sake
  • How to serve wine, spirits, or sake
  • Factors affecting the flavor of wine, spirits, or sake
  • How to describe wine, spirits, or sake  using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting® (SAT)

NOTES:

  • Courses are offered in-person and online, however, exams must be taken in-person 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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