WSET stands for the Wine Spirit and Education Trust. The WSET provides the best in class, education, and qualification for the world’s wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. The WSET is globally recognized as the international standard in wine and spirit education. Its core value is to deliver wine and spirit education at the highest standard. They are able to provide the highest standard of education through a quality assurance program where all course providers meet rigorous approval criteria and on-going monitoring requirements. The WSET was recognized in 2015 with a Queen’s Award for International Trade.

Where can you take WSET courses?

Capital Wine School in DC has partnered with the WSET to provide quality wine education courses to all who enroll. Here are the classes that we offer:

  • WSET Level I Wine Certification Course: This course is designed for those that are new to the wine and hospitality business. No prior experience with wine is needed to take the Level I classes.
    • WSET Level I Wine Certification Course
    • WSET Level I Wine Certification Course at Crystal Palate Wine and Gourmet in Norfolk
    • WSET Level I Wine Online Course
  • WSET Level II Wine and Spirits Certification Course: This course is a great option for those that have some experience with wine. This option is popular with those that are wine and spirit employees and provides further knowledge on their wine products.
    • WSET Level II Wine Exam Only
    • WSET Level II Wine Certification Course
    • WSET Level II Wine Certification Course-Intensive
    • WSET Level II Wine at Crystal Palate Wine and Gourmet in Norfolk
    • WSET Level II Wine Online Courses
  • WSET Level III Wine Certification Course: This is more demanding than the other two levels. This is open to students who already have the WSET Level II Award or can provide an equivalent level of knowledge.
    • WSET Level III Wine Certification Course
    • WSET Level III Wine Certification Course Intensive
    • WSET Level III Wine Exam Only
    • WSET Level III Wine Online Course
  • WSET Diploma in Wines (Level IV) Classes: This is the highest certification that the WSET offers. The Diploma has six units and can take two to three years to complete. This is for those dedicated to becoming a sommelier and senior positions within the wine business.

Contact us today to register for WSET classes. You can become a certified wine enthusiast at any level and enjoy your experience while you do it.