WSET Level 1 Award in Wines CLASSROOM

The next WSET Level 1 Award in Wines will be taking place on Sunday, November 24th, 2024.
Details including fee will be posted by mid-June.
If you wish to reserve a spot now, please complete the on-line application form.

OVERVIEW

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The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wines is an entry level qualification providing a straightforward introduction to wine. It is ideal for boosting the confidence of new or inexperienced front-line staff in the hospitality and retail sectors.  It is also a great course for those wanting to know the main grape varieties and food and wine matching.

WHEN

Sunday, March 24, 2024
Offered in a 1-day format. 
A minimum of 15 participants is required to run the course.

TIME

9:30 AM - 5:30 PM (The exam will be held prior to 5:30 PM)

WHERE

PJ's Restaurant - University of Guelph, School of Hospitality, Food & Tourism Management, Macdonald Stewart Hall (MACS)
MACS is located in north campus, just east of the Gordon Street and College Ave intersection.
University of Guelph campus map   FREE Parking!

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Wine consumers wanting to know more about the main grape varieties and food and wine matching, as well as hospitality professionals who would benefit from an introductory level wine course.

QUALIFICATION OBJECTIVES

On completion of the core units, you will be able to:

  • describe in general terms the main styles of wines available
  • display a basic understanding of the factors that determine the main styles of wine
  • describe in general terms the main characteristics of the principal grape varieties
  • state the procedures for the storage of wine
  • state the procedures for the opening of wines
  • state the social, health, safety and legal issues relating to the consumption of wine
  • produce simple tasting notes using the Level 1 WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting
  • offer basic food and wine matching advice

WSET Level 1 Specifications (2021 - JUNE) - Must be read before enrolling.

HOW TO GAIN THE QUALIFICATION 

You must successfully complete a multiple-choice exam of 30 questions.  All students who pass will be issued an internationally-recognized WSET certificate and a lapel pin.

The exam will take place near the end of Sunday’s session.  If you are not writing the final examination, please let us know when you register.

The course is taught in English. Other languages are available for the course book and exam. If interested, please inquire before you register.

FEE

$475 + HST (61.75) = $536.75 

Includes: an eBook (not a textbook) with access for 1 year, wines for in-class tasting (8-10 wines), wine glasses, wine mat, instruction and examination fees (for the class scheduled date). Bring your laptop to class.

A $25 discount will be applied to U of G students, faculty, staff and alumni. $450 + HST (58.50) = $508.50

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

March 8th, 2024 at NOON

Please send in your application form now to reserve your place.  We will not process payment until we confirm the course has met the minimum number of participants. We will contact you for payment details.

REGISTRATION

Please complete the on-line application form.  Successful certifications will include your first name, middle name and last name.  Only if your first name and last name is to appear first on the certification, please contact Lisa a minimum of two weeks prior to course start.

Note that WSET may contact you after registering to confirm your information.

PAYMENT INFORMATION

A team member will contact you for payment details which can be made via VISA, M/C or by cheque.

HST Registration Number - R108161829    This course does not qualify for the Canada Revenue Agency T2202A Education Form.  A University of Guelph receipt can be issued.

ANY RESTRICTIONS?  UNDER 19? 

Participants must be 19 years of age by the start date of the course.

Level 1 is not a prerequisite for Level 2.

CANCELLATION

Once materials have been ordered on March 1st, 2024, no refund will apply.

POLICIES

Reasonable adjustments and accessible learning materials for special education needs and disabilities.

  • Reasonable adjustments need to be approved by WSET in advance. An application form and supporting documentation must be submitted at least four weeks in advance for the course.

Special consideration or disability/accessibility services - You must contact us 4 weeks prior to course start.

  • Information on appeals and reasonable adjustments must be made within 30 days after the examination.

Enquiries against exam results and exam feedback.

  • If a candidate believes that an error may have been made in the grading of papers, they may apply to have an exam paper reviewed and re-marked. An Enquiry is a request to have an exam re-marked. When lodging an Enquiry, a candidate may also request additional Feedback on their exam paper to assist in their preparation for future exams. It is not possible to request Feedback without an Enquiry. Feedback can only be requested on failed elements. If a candidate wishes to use the Enquiry and Feedback service, they must submit the Enquiry and Feedback Form that can be found on the Global Campus. There is a fee for using this service, which is detailed on the form. We will supply the form to any candidate who requires it. The completed form must be received by WSET within 6 weeks of the exam date. Any request received outside of this timeframe will not be reviewed. 

CONTACT

Lisa Fodor
WSET 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: wset@uoguelph.ca

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