Program Overview
Johnson & Wales University is a leader in beverage education with thousands of candidates who have been certified by various credentialing organizations. Johnson & Wales University is a provider of courses to help candidates pass the Society of Wine Educators’ Certified Specialist of Spirits (CSS) Certification and The Certified Specialist of Wines (CSW).
Johnson & Wales is an accredited as a WSET® Approved Program Provider. A successful career is marked by an appropriate education verified by a credible certification program that is recognized both by the public and one’s peers.
- These credentials are an essential element of a wine, beer & spirits professional’s commitment to personal career development and ultimately to the beverage industry as a whole.
- Individuals that receive professional certification raise the standard of proficiency in the wine, beer and spirits industry be it retail (on or off-premise), distribution or on the supplier end.
- Professional certification encourages individuals to pursue excellence and achieve subject mastery.
Refund Policy: In order to receive a full refund, you must cancel your registration up to one full week (7 days) prior to the scheduled class. JWU reserves the right to cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment.
WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN WINE — In person instruction and same day in-person exam
$350
The Level 1 Certificate is an entry-level introduction to wine. It is ideal for consumers, restaurant or retail sales professionals who are new to wine. It is also a great course for those wanting to learn the primary wine styles, grape varietals, tasting techniques, food and wine pairing and service. The class is a one day, eight-hour session includes wine tasting and food and wine pairing exercises concluding with a short multiple-choice exam. Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the start date. Textbook handed out in class.
Session 1: 12/11/2021, 9am - 5pm
Session 2: 1/15/2022, 9am - 5pm
Session 3: 4/9/2022, 9am - 5pm
WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN WINE — Online instruction (4 weeks) and remote exam
$300
The Level 1 four weeks Certificate is an entry-level introduction to wine. It is ideal for consumers, restaurant or retail sales professionals who are new to wine. It is also a great course for those wanting to learn the primary wine styles, grape varietals, tasting techniques, food and wine pairing and service. Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the start date.
Session 1: 09/06/2021 – 10/03/2021
Session 2: 10/18/2021 – 11/14/2021
Session 3: 11/01/2021 – 11/28/2021
Session 4: 12/13/2021 – 01/09/2022
Session 5: 01/10/2022 – 02/06/2022
Session 6: 02/07/2022 – 03/06/2022
Session 7: 03/07/2022 – 04/03/2022
Session 8: 04/04/2022 – 05/01/2022
~Exam date/time to be chosen by the student 25 working days prior to end of the course
~Exam rescheduling fee $130 (student withdraws from exam after the 15-day deadline)
~Exam re-sit fee $90 – if the student fails the first exam
WSET LEVEL 1 AWARD IN SPIRITS — Online instruction and remote exam
$300
This course is an entry-level introduction to spirits. The qualification is ideal for consumers, retail and hospitality professionals who need a basic familiarity with the main styles and categories of spirits Successful candidates will be able to list the principal spirits categories, state their defining characteristics, and know the key principles involved in the storage and service of spirits. They will consequently be in a position to answer customer queries and provide recommendations for the service of spirits. Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the start date.
Session 1: 10/18/2021 – 11/14/2021
Session 2: 01/10/2022 – 02/06/2022
Session 3: 03/07/2022 – 04/03/2022
~Exam date/time to be chosen by the student 25 working days prior to end of the course
~Rescheduling fee $135 – when student withdraws from exam after the 15-day deadline
~Re-sit fee $95 – if the student fails the first exam
WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN WINES — In-person instruction (9-weeks) and exam
$825
An intensive nine-week intermediate level program that includes wine production and classification and a fascinating look at all of the major wine growing regions of the Old and New World. Sparkling and fortified wines are included. Approximately 50 wines are tasted. The internationally recognized Wine & Spirit Education Trust® is offering a special program for wine enthusiasts and food & beverage professionals and hospitality management. This course is
recommended as a starting point for those lacking experience before proceeding with the Advanced Level 3 or the Certified Specialist of Wine. Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the start date.
Session 1: Saturdays 11am - 2pm from 9/25/2021 to 11/13/2021; exam on 11/23 at 7pm
Session 2: Saturdays 11am - 2pm from 1/29/2022 to 4/02/2022 (no class 03/05/2022)
WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN WINES — Online instruction (5-weeks) and remote exam
$625
The course is based around a five week, six-module sequential online program. Six hours per week of study time is recommended. The course prepares the student for the certification exam, and they are guided by a WSET educator. Study modules help students understand wine labeling terminology and recognize the styles produced by the main grape varieties in key wine regions. Students should taste a range of wines during their studies and will be provided with a list of recommended tasting samples. The internationally recognized Wine & Spirit Education Trust® is offering a special program for wine enthusiasts and food & beverage professionals and hospitality management. This course is recommended as a starting point for those lacking experience before proceeding with the Advanced Level 3 or the Certified Specialist of Wine.
*Hybrid delivery available – add $25 and attend 2 class sessions in person (if available)
**E-book access for one year
***Order print copy of textbook and study workbook – add $5
Session 1: 09/20/2021 - 10/24/2021
Session 2: 10/18/2021 – 11/21/2021
Session 3: 11/15/2021 – 12/19/2021
Session 4: 12/13/2021 – 01/16/2022
Session 5: 01/10/2022 – 02/13/2022
Session 6: 02/07/2022 – 03/13/2022
Session 7: 03/07/2022 – 04/10/2022
Session 8: 03/21/2022 – 04/24/2022
~Exam date/time to be chosen by the student 25 working days prior to end of the course
~Exam rescheduling fee $175 (student withdraws from exam after the 15-day deadline)
~Exam re-sit fee $125 – if the student fails the first exa
WSET LEVEL 2 AWARD IN SPIRITS — Online instruction and remote exam
$625
This course is intended for people who have little or no prior knowledge of spirits. It is intended to provide a comprehensive level of focused product knowledge for avid consumers and required to underpin job skills and competencies – for example, in bar service, and for staff requiring focused product knowledge in retail and wholesale businesses. Successful candidates will be able to give information on the characteristics of the principal spirits and aromatized wines as well as their methods of production. They will confidently provide guidance on the use and service of spirits and make informed recommendations to customers when selecting spirits and liqueurs to meet their taste and price requirements. This course is recommended for those lacking the knowledge to proceed to take the Certified Specialist of Spirits Certification course. Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the start date.
Session 1: 10/04/2021 – 11/07/2021
Session 2: 11/29/2021 – 01/02/2022
Session 3: 01/24/2022 – 02/27/2022
Session 4: 03/21/2022 – 04/24/2022
~Exam date/time to be chosen by the student 25 working days prior to end of the course
~Exam rescheduling fee $175 (student withdraws from exam after the 15-day deadline)
~Exam re-sit fee $125 – if the student fails the first exam
WSET ADVANCED LEVEL 3 AWARD IN WINES — In-person instruction and in-person exam
$1475
Designed for the wine enthusiast and professional who is qualified at the Level 2 Awards in Wine. Typically, students in this program are trade employees who advise management, answer consumer questions, and need to make informed selections of wines in the hospitality, restaurant, retail and wholesale industries. This program (10 weeks) will examine, in great detail, the process of wine production. You will study production methods and labeling laws as they relate to wines from around the world. You will come away with a thorough knowledge of wines from different regions of Europe, the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. You will study Champagne, Sherry, and Port wines. In short, you will have done what is necessary to have the knowledge to be successful in your field. More than seventy wines are tasted in class.
Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the course start date
Session 1: Wednesdays from 6:30pm – 9:30pm 9/15/2021 - 12/8/2021; exam on 12/11/21
(no class 10/27, 11/17, & 11/24)
Session 2: Wednesdays from 6:30pm – 9:30pm 1/18/2022 - 3/29/2022 (no class 3/9)
~Exam re-sit fee $125 Tasting component
~Exam re-sit fee $200 Theory component
WSET ADVANCED LEVEL 3 AWARD IN WINES — Online instruction with an in-person exam
$1250
Designed for the wine enthusiast and professional who is qualified at the Level 2 Awards in Wine. Typically, students in this program are trade employees who advise management, answer consumer questions, and need to make informed selections of wines in the hospitality, restaurant, retail and wholesale industries. This program (10 weeks) will examine, in great detail, the process of wine production. You will study production methods and labeling laws as they relate to wines from around the world. You will come away with a thorough knowledge of wines from different regions of Europe, the Americas, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. You will study Champagne, Sherry, and Port wines. In short, you will have done what is necessary to have the knowledge to be successful in your field. Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the course start date.
*Optional hybrid delivery- You are welcome to join three in-person class sessions
**E-book access for one year
***Order print copy of textbook – add $50
Session 1: 08/30/2021 – 10/31/2021
Session 2: 09/20/2021 – 11/21/2021
Session 3: 12/13/2021 – 02/13/2022
Session 4: 01/10/2022 – 03/13/2022
Session 5: 01/31/2022 – 03/04/2022
Exam date for Sessions 1 & 2: 12/11/2021 (in-person, on campus)
Exam date for Sessions 3, 4, & 5: 03/29/2022 (in-person, on campus)
~Rescheduling fee $250 – when student withdraws from exam after the 15-day deadline
~Re-sit fee $125 Tasting component
~Re-sit fee $200 Theory component
FOOD & WINE PAIRING — In-person course
$300
This 3-hour class looks at a new paradigm for pairing wines and food giving the participant a deeper understanding of the principles underlying the successful pairing of foods to wines. A broad spectrum of wine is tasted. To illustrate the points that are made, tastes of food will accompany wines. Note: Registration closes 3 weeks prior to the course start date.
Saturday, 09/11/2021 from 2pm – 5pm
Saturday, 12/04/2021 from 2pm - 5pm
Saturday, 01/22/2022 from 2pm - 5pm
Saturday, 4/16/2022 from 2pm - 5pm