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Schedule:
March - April 2026 Course Dates - Commonwealth Wine School
Class runs on Wednesdays, March 18, 25, and April 1, from 6-8pm ET
In-Person Computer Based Exam on April 8th at 6pm ET**
Location: Commonwealth Wine School, 35 Dunster St. Cambridge, MA
April 2026 Course Dates - Gordon’s Fine Wine & Liquors
Class runs on Tuesdays, April 7, 14, and 21, from 6-8pm ET
Online Exam: April 26, 2026 at 12pm ET (Noon)
(alternate exam dates and in person paper-based exams are also available)
Registration Deadline - March 31st, 2026
Location: Gordon’s Fine Wine & Liquors, 894 Main St Waltham, MA
April 2026 Intensive Course Date - Commonwealth Wine School
Class runs on Sunday, April 26th, from 10am-4:30pm ET
In-Person Computer Based Exam at 4:30pm ET following the class
Location: Commonwealth Wine School, 35 Dunster St. Cambridge, MA
May 2026 Course Dates - Commonwealth Wine School
Class runs on Thursdays, May 14, 21, and 28, from 6-8pm ET
In-Person Computer Based Exam on June 4th at 6pm ET**
Location: Commonwealth Wine School, 35 Dunster St. Cambridge, MA
June 2026 Intensive Course Date - Commonwealth Wine School
Class runs on Saturday, June 6th,from 10am-5pm ET
Online Exam: June 14, 2026 at 12pm ET (Noon)
(alternate exam dates and in person paper-based exams are also available)
Location: Commonwealth Wine School, 35 Dunster St. Cambridge, MA
**In-Person Computer Based Exam date subject to change
About WSET Level 1
The WSET Level 1 course offers a true beginner’s overview of wine, and is geared to anyone with an interest in wine for personal enjoyment or launching a professional career. It’s a particularly good starting point for people just beginning to work in restaurants, hospitality, or retail. Level 1 is a fun way to get up to speed on what wine is and how it differs by style.
The Level 1 course provides a systematized way of learning about and tasting wine, focusing on knowledge that is practical, hands-on, and designed to build a foundation for future exploration. The course will introduce you to the basics of wine, broad different styles, simple storage and service rules, and easy techniques for pairing wine with a range of foods.
At the end of the course, you’ll complete a short, multiple-choice exam, and upon passing, will receive a Digital Level 1 WSET certificate.
This course comes with a proprietary WSET wine workbook.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
This limited-size class will be held in person at Commonwealth Wine School.