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Intermediate Certificate in Wines, Spirits and other Alcoholic Beverages (WSET)

Anyone who handles wines, spirits and other alchoholic beverages as part of their job will find this course invaluable.  It is also suitable for members of the public who have a general interest and wish to develop their personal knowledge and expertise.

It covers world-wide areas and techniques of production, market statistics, storage and handling, presentation and promotion and assessment by tasting.

Each evening we will study grape varieties and taste the wines, look at regions from all over the world, match the wine to food and taste, all supported with visual aids.

Qualification Aims

The Level 2 Intermediate Certificate qualification is intended for those who have little or no previous knowledge of the broad range of wines and spirits.  It is suitable wherever a sound but simple level of product knowledge is required to underpin job skills and competences, for example, in the customer service and sales functions of the hospitality, retailing and wholesaling industries.  It is also useful for those who have a general interest in the subject.

Holders of the WSET Level 2 Certificate in Wines and Spirits will be able to interprete the labels of the major wines and spirits of the world and give basic guidance on appropriate selection and service, as well as understand the principles of wine tasting and evaluation.

Course Level:  Level 2

Course Duration:  Ten Weeks - Evenings

Assessment: Multiple Choice Exam.