Wine and Spirit Education Trust
Certification through Commonwealth Wine School
WSET Certification provided by Commonwealth Wine School
WSET provides best-in-class education and qualifications to inspire and empower the world’s wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. We currently offer eleven qualifications covering wines, spirits, sake, and beer.
WSET qualifications are globally recognized as the international standard in wine and spirit knowledge. They are designed for those who are just starting out in their careers, as well as established professionals, and the many enthusiasts who have a passion for wines and spirits.
WSET Wine Certifications
WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN WINES
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.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN WINES
If you know the basic wine grapes—that Chardonnay is a white wine and Cabernet Sauvignon is usually red—then begin at Level 2. This beginner to intermediate wine course offers greater breadth and depth of material, more tasting opportunities and additional classroom hours compared to Level 1. It’s for anyone who:
• Works in wine or who want a career in the industry
• Has a serious interest in deepening their wine knowledge
• Wishes to become a more confident wine taster
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET LEVEL 3 AWARD IN WINES
WSET Level 3 delivers an in-depth education experience that reflects today’s dynamic wine industry and offers immediate value. The Level 3 certificate is one of the most globally-recognized achievements in wine and is geared towards professionals or people interested in entering the wine industry, especially those looking for increased leadership and decision-making. Wine enthusiasts with a serious commitment will also enjoy this course, as it is interactive and customized to individual class dynamics and interests.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
DIPLOMA IN WINES
Diploma is a two-year program for anyone who has achieved the WSET Level 3 Certificate in wine. It is one of the most respected and admired wine certification qualifications in the world. Diploma is incredibly rewarding but also highly challenging and will take your wine education to an elite level. The WSET Diploma program is also universally viewed as a pre-requisite to the Master of Wine qualification.
WSET Diploma is ideal for people in or outside of the wine industry who wish to advance their skills and knowledge base. The program offers in-depth study of the business, winemaking, and consumption trends in the world’s wine regions. Graduates will have the product knowledge and analytical tasting skills to confidently explain and to accurately evaluate wines.
WSET Sake Certifications
WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN SAKE
A beginner level sake class for people working in a career in the beverage industry or anyone who has an interest to learn about sake. This qualification offers an exploration around the main styles and types of sake through sight, smell and taste to understand the key factors affecting flavors and aromas. Upon successful completion of a short exam you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN SAKE
This beginner to intermediate sake course offers greater breadth and depth of material, more tasting opportunities and additional classroom hours compared to Level 1. This qualification is intended for beginners wishing to learn about a wide range of sake. Gain gain knowledge of the principal rice varieties used in the production of sake, how it’s grown and processed, and the styles of sake they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, you’ll explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe these sake with confidence.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET LEVEL 3 AWARD IN SAKE
A course for both professionals and sake enthusiasts. Designed for anyone seeking a more in-depth experience, this sake course provides a detailed understanding of the production methods affecting style, quality and price. You will be able to assess sakes accurately and use this information to make authoritative recommendations. Upon successful completion of the exam you receive a WSET certificate, lapel pin, and may use the associated WSET certified logo.
For the complete specification for this course click here
WSET Spirits Certifications
WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN SPIRITS
A beginner level introduction to spirits for anyone starting a career in the industry or pursuing an interest in spirits. This course offers a hands-on introduction to the world of spirits. Explore the main styles and types of spirits 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.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN SPIRITS
This professional certificate in Spirits is available online and in traditional course format. It’s a great way for trained wine professionals, bar tenders, and others in the industry to deepen their knowledge of spirits and liqueurs. It also provides added depth for spirits lovers and amateur mixologists.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET LEVEL 3 AWARD IN SPIRITS
The WSET Level 3 Award in Spirits is an advanced-level qualification for professionals and enthusiasts wishing to acquire a detailed understanding of the spirits of the world and develop the tasting skills required to accurately describe and evaluate a spirit.
This qualification is intended to build on knowledge and skills gained from the Level 2 Award in Spirits. You’ll acquire a deep theoretical understanding of the techniques used in spirit production, from the processing of raw materials to post-distillation operations. Through a combination of tasting and the application of theoretical knowledge you will learn to explain confidently why spirits look and taste the way they do and how and why they differ from each other.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET Beer Certifications
WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN BEER
A beginner level qualification for anyone interested in learning the basics about lagers, ales, sours and more. Through a short and interactive course, you’ll learn the foundations of beer production, service, food pairing and tasting. Upon completion you’ll gain a recognised qualification and the knowledge to help you explore the world of beer with confidence.
For the complete specification for this course click here.
WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN BEER
An intermediate level qualification for anyone eager to increase their knowledge and appreciation of beer. This immersive and interactive course will give you a great understanding of how key ingredients and production processes influence the flavour profile and quality of beer.Upon completion you’ll gain a recognised qualification and the skills to select, taste and describe beers with confidence.
For the complete specification for this course click here