ISG Wine Fundamentals Certificate, Level 2 Level 2 expands upon Level 1 topics and beer and spirits are introduced. Emphasis shifts to a regional exploration of wines and includes broadranging tastings of more than 100 wines from Old and New World wine regions. Level 2 culminates in a challenging 3-hour, 3-part exam. The goal of this course is to prepare you for the Sommelier Diploma Program. Duration: three hours, once a week, for 16 weeks( non-consecutive) Starting: September 12, 2011( Mondays) Cost: $ 1,000.00, includes GST
ISG Sommelier Diploma Program The rigorous SDP aims to develop high standards of wine service backed by extensive knowledge and technical expertise. For additional details, please visit either the Banville & Jones or ISG website. Duration: 23 classes, eight hours per class, presented over approximately six months Starting: next class TBA Current Cost: $ 3,250.00, includes GST
Register for ISG programs online at www. internationalsommelier. com.
WSET ® CERTIFICATION Banville & Jones is offering courses from the internationally renowned Wine & Spirits Education Trust( www. wset. co. uk). WSET programs, developed for the wine trade( the business of wine) and wine enthusiasts, meet the exceptionally stringent quality assurance and education standards of multiple U. K. government regulatory authorities and ISO 9002.
WSET ® Level 1: Foundation Certificate A solid introduction to wine for wine enthusiasts, or an excellent preparation for your first job in the wine industry. Learn about wine styles, main grape varieties, storage and service, health and safety, food and wine matching, and the Level 1 WSET ® Systematic Approach to Tasting. The course fee includes all materials, including wines, workbook, examination, and WSET ® Foundation certificate. Workshops can be presented on demand for a minimum of 10 persons— ideal for restaurant staff training, or your next corporate team-building event. Duration: One 8-hour workshop from 9 am to 5 pm Saturday, March 5 Cost: $ 299.00, plus taxes
WSET ® Level 2: Intermediate Certificate –“ looking behind the label”( no prerequisite) Level 2 either follows the Foundation course or can be the first step for those looking for a more in-depth program. Topics include wine styles, factors that determine style, characteristics of main grape varieties, major wine and spirit producing regions of the world, and the Level 2 WSET ® Systematic Approach to Tasting. Intermediate Certificate is a prerequisite for further study at the Advanced Certificate and Diploma Program levels. The Intermediate Certificate program is taught by our team of certified WSET instructors. For more information please see www. banvilleandjones. com. Duration: 4 hours, once a week, for 5 weeks, plus a 1.5 hour exam on the 6th week. Class Dates: January 8 to February 12( Saturdays) from 9 am to 1 pm. Course cost: $ 600.00 plus GST
Register for WSET ® courses at Banville & Jones, 948-WINE( 9463).
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