The 100% online course "Level 2 Certificate in Wine Service (RQF)" gives hospitality professionals the fundamental wine knowledge required to sell and serve with confidence, and the soft skills required to drive the guest experience. The online content is developed by the hospitality training specialist WineEd. The course is fully accredited by SkillsFirst and regulated by Ofqual.

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Course Synopsis:

• Wine styles, colours, grapes and regions

• Storage, presentation and service of wine

• Guest expectations, interaction and handling objections

• Food and wine pairing

• Practical sales boosting techniques

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After successful completion, you will receive a certificate recognised by the UK Government.

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No previous experience of wine tasting or wine knowledge is necessary to register on this course. However, you must be of legal drinking age (18+ years old).

Learn the art of wine tasting anytime, anywhere, even from the comfort of your home! Perfect companion to your WSET and other wine courses!

So you want to taste wine like a pro? We have carefully curated sample-sized wines (20ml each) for you to taste at home using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting® (SAT) developed by the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) - the world's leading awarding body in wine, spirits and saké education.

Learn about wines through a 4-week online study programme that is flexible to work around your existing commitments. The Level 1 Award in Wines Online covers the same syllabus as the classroom course, but through a supported and interactive Online Classroom which allows you to study alongside your peers under the guidance of a dedicated educator. Please note that while the course is conducted online, the exam can be completed either in person at our venue in London or online from the comfort of your home.

Learn about wines through a 5-week online study programme that is flexible to work around your existing commitments. The Level 2 Award in Wines Online covers the same syllabus as the classroom course, but through a supported and interactive Online Classroom which allows you to study alongside your peers under the guidance of a dedicated educator. Please note that while the course is conducted online, the exam can be completed either in person at our venue in London or online from the comfort of your home.

Learn about wines through a 9-week online study programme that is flexible to work around your existing commitments. The Level 3 Award in Wines Online covers the same syllabus as the classroom course, but through a supported and interactive Online Classroom which allows you to study alongside your peers under the guidance of a dedicated educator. Please note that while the course is conducted online, the exam is completed in person at our venue in London. You are required to have completed the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines (& Spirits) programme or equivalent before signing up for this course.

Wanna take the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines course (online or in the classroom) but haven't completed the Level 2 course yet?

If you believe you have already acquired a Level 2-equivalent wine knowledge, you may register directly for the Level 3 course provided that you pass our Direct Entry Test.

Fancy having a taste of the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines programme but don't want to commit to a particular course date yet? Our Home Study Pack is designed for wine students who want to study at home before deciding on taking a full course.

Fancy having a taste of the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines programme but don't want to commit to a particular course date yet? Our Home Study Pack is designed for wine students who want to study at home before deciding on taking a full course.

Fancy having a taste of the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines programme but don't want to commit to a particular course date yet? Our Home Study Pack is designed for wine students who want to study at home before deciding on taking a full course.

For individuals new to wine study, this qualification provides a hands-on introduction to the world of wine. You will explore the main types and styles of wine through sight, smell, and taste, while also gaining the basic skills to describe wines accurately, and make food and wine pairings.

Course Synopsis:

• The main types and styles of wine

• Common wine grapes and their characteristics

• How to store and serve wine

• The principles of food and wine pairing

• How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

This course is for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine.

After successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin.

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Specification (as of July 2017: downloadable PDF)

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No previous experience of wine tasting is necessary to register on this course.

For individuals seeking a core understanding of wines, this qualification explores the major grape varieties and important wine regions in which they are grown. You will learn about the styles of wines produced from these grapes as well as key classifications and labelling terminology.

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Course Synopsis:

• How wine is made

• What factors influence wine style

• The key white and black grape varieties and their characteristics

• The important wine-producing regions of the world in which these grapes are grown

• The production of sparkling, sweet, and fortified wines

• Label terminology

• Food and wine pairing principles

• How to describe wine using the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

This course is for those working in the industry or wine enthusiasts.

After successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

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Specification (as of May 2019; downloadable PDF)

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In order for you to progress step by step and avoid any "blind spots" in your wine study, you are strongly encouraged to have completed the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines programme before registering on this course.

For individuals seeking to delve deeper into the world of wines, this qualification provides a detailed understanding of grape growing and wine making. Upon completion you will be able to assess wines accurately, and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality.

Course Synopsis:

• The key factors in the production of wine: location, grape growing, winemaking, maturation and bottling

• How these key factors influence the key characteristics of the principal

• Still wines of the world

• Sparkling wines of the world

• Fortified wines of the world

• How to apply your understanding to explain wine style and quality

• How to taste wines, describe their characteristics and evaluate their quality, using the WSET Level 3 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

This course is for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts.

After successful completion, you will receive a WSET certificate and lapel pin, and will be able to use the associated WSET certified logo.

Specification (as of July 2017; downloadable PDF)

You are required to have completed the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines & Spirits / WSET Level 2 Award in Wines programme (or equivalent) before registering on this course.