Wine Certification

The Sommelier Certification Program is comprised of the following six academic modules.

Courses are presented in chronological order. Sensory Development & Wine Styles is the first module and a successful completion of the class is a prerequisite for all other courses. Once a student has completed Sensory they are welcome to take the classes in any order that fits their schedule or interest.

Our modules are only offered once or twice a year - module time periods may change - if you are interested in a particular course please email education admin Danielle McLean to be put on our Potential Student email list.

  • Sensory Development & Wine Styles is offered every fall (late September/early October) and every winter (mid January)
  • Old World is typically offered every fall
  • New World every late winter/early spring
  • Sommelier Management - late fall
  • Beer, Spirits & Other Beverages - fall or sping
  • Methods of Modern Winemaking - spring

Students who complete Sensory Development & Wine Styles in Nov, for example, may proceed to New World Wine Regions in Jan, while students who complete Sensory in Mar may proceed to Old World in Sep.

Course Length
Cost
Sensory Development & Wine Styles 10 weeks, 1 evening per week  $895
Old World Wine Regions 15 weeks, 1 evening per week
 $1,120
Beer, Spirits & Other Beverages 4 full days  $435
New World Wine Regions 14 weeks, 1 evening per week  $1095
Sommelier Management 3 full days
 $585
Methods of Modern Winemaking 2 full days  $395

Note: All prices +HST. Each student is also required to complete and keep record of 30 hours of collective service hours prior to certification.

Upcoming courses are listed below; online registration is available. Please contact education admin Danielle McLean for more information.

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