Wine Sommelier

CREDENTIAL: Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) qualifications

Get thorough introduction to the sight, smell, and taste of wine while learning the skills to describe wines accurately and make culinary pairings.

Tuition: 512*

Credential: Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) qualifications

Length: 12 0 hours

Hours: Part-time

Format: Class-based

Campus: Downtown

Start Dates: Continuous

Program status: Suspended.

Due to the practical nature of the Wine Sommelier (WSOM) program, VCC is suspending the program until further notice. We will not be offering any WSOM courses at this time. If you have questions, please contact Program Coordinator Donna Hawrelko: sommelier@vcc.ca.

Program status: Suspended

What you will learn

Upon successful completion of the WSET Wine Sommelier Level 1, Level 2, & Level 3 programs, you will become a world recognized as The Wine & Spirit Education Trust is the world’s leading provider of qualifications in wines and spirits. Established in the UK in 1969, WSET's qualifications are now recognized as the international standard by both the industry and enthusiasts. We, at VCC, strive to support the professional development of our students including a referral program for career opportunities and sponsorship of exclusive member tastings and events. You will not only graduate with a certificate that designates you as a leader in wine, you will become a part of a community that strives to help each other grow.

Admission requirements

Program-specific

Candidates must understand that there will be tasting of wine during the program and all candidates must be 19 years of age or older and must provide proper photo identification to attend the class.

General

This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Program options for international students can be found at VCC International.
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.

Courses

Course List
Code	Title	Credits
WSOM 1501	WSET Level 1	0

* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and other costs

Fee description	Fee Amount	Notes
Application fee	35
Tuition	512	Tuition Breakdown 0 - 1 0 - 2 0 - 3 0 - 4
Student union	0
College initiative	4
Materials	0	not including textbooks
Campus resource	11
Laundry	0
Tools (deposit)	0
Coverall (deposit)	0
Uniform (deposit)	0
Medical & Dental	0
U-PASS	0
Graduation	0
Program-specific extra fees	0
Total

This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Program options for international students can be found at VCC International.
Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free in academic upgrading, university transfer or English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses.