Beer Certifications Level 2 Classroom

Prud'homme Beer Certification® Level 2 - Beer SpecialistLevel 2 Logo

This course is designed and developed for participants who wish to further their knowledge of beer for use in the following:

  • the hospitality industry
  • as an agent for a brewer/distributor of beer
  • beverage alcohol education.

The focus is to provide more detailed insights into brewing ingredients and processes, draught systems while introducing Canadian brewing history and further investigating negative sensory components.

Instructor - Dan Schmidt Photo of Dan Schmidt

Dan grew up working in the hospitality industry and has worked in restaurant management, portfolio development, and beverage training. Currently he is the General Manager at Royal City Brewing Company where he oversees the day to do operations of the brewery and Beer Hall. He is a Prud’homme Master Beer Sommelier and general nerd when it comes to food and drink.

When

10 weeks on Tuesday evenings.
February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26, April 2 & 9, 2024
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Where

Macdonald Stewart Hall at the University of Guelph in PJs Restaurant.
University of Guelph campus map. (Building - Macdonald Stewart Hall)
FREE Parking!

Minimum / Maximum Class Size

For a class to run, we must meet a mimium of 8 participants, please register early. The maximum class size is 12.

Learning Outcomes

1.  Demonstrate the essential knowledge required to explain the key components of beer

  • Recognize and record the impact of a variety of ingredients in beer
  • Differentiate and discuss various brewing concepts
  • Compare various beer styles and record their sensory components
  • Recognize and describe, in a blind tasting, the off flavours found in beer
  • Evaluate and record your personal observations while tasting a variety of beer styles

2. Discuss and recognize the importance of beer in Canada’s history

  • Appreciate the impact that several brewers had on the development of beer in Canada
  • Describe several key historical events and report on the impact on beer culture globally

3.  Display a comprehensive knowledge of beer and food pairings

  • Taste, smell a variety of cheeses and record your observations including the pairing with one style of beer
  • Prepare, cook and participate in a 4 course beer dinner
  • Identify and record the application of pairing concepts with each course

4. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the components required to deliver good quality draught beer

  • Participate in a draught workshop and display proficiency at dismantling and reconstructing draught faucets and couplers
  • Recognize the need for different dispense gases based on the concepts of internal pressure, temperature and distance
  • Explain the steps necessary to ensure proper pouring and delivery of draught beer
  • Identify key insights and trends in the Canadian and Global beer industry and be able to explain their importance to brewers and relevance to consumers

Please view further details on the course outline at this link.

How to gain the qualification

You must successfully complete 4 multiple choice/short answer tests, 3 assignments, and final exam (all must be completed). The passing grade is 70%. Please note that late assignments will be subject to a 20% deduction.  In addition, more than 3 absences will result in a dismissal from the program.

Successful participants will be issued a Prud’homme Beer Certification®.  The exam will take place on the last session date.

Pre-requisite

Level 1 is a pre-requisite to take Level 2.

Fee

$900* + HST ($117) = $1,017
*Includes: Instruction, education material, beer and exam.
A $45 discount will apply to U of G students/staff/faculty/alumni.

How to apply & make payment

Register on-line at this link.

Once you complete the on-line application form, an email will be sent to you to arrange payment. Payment must be made by VISA or M/C.

HST Registration Number - R108161829   A University of Guelph receipt can be issued upon request.

Registration deadline

January 16, 2024

We encourage you to register early, as we must have our minimum number to run the course. Send in your registration form now. We won't process your payment until we are 100% certain the course is running.

Age restrictions

You must be 19 years of age by course start date. Students who choose not to taste alcohol for health, religious or other reasons will not find this a barrier to successfully completing the Level 1 certification.

Cancellation

If cancellation occurs between registration and 10 working days prior to the course start date, an administration fee of $200 will apply. Cancellation must be made in writing with a valid reason of withdrawl. There will be no refunds for cancellations within 10 working days of class start.

Contact

Lisa Fodor
Logistics Coordinator
School of Hospitality, Food & Tourism Management
Macdonald Stewart Hall
University of Guelph
50 Stone Road East
Guelph, ON N1G 2W1
(519) 824-4120, ext. 56116
Email: beer@uoguelph.ca