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CCOVI meets the needs of professional development for the grape and wine industry through an array of continuing education courses:

• Wine & Spirit Education Trust®
  • WSET Team
  • WSET Policies and Procedures
• Wine Appreciation
• Introduction to the Wines of Ontario (includes certification through the Wine Council of Ontario)

Wine & Spirit Education Trust®
The most highly respected and internationally transferable wine certification available.
Level 1 – Foundation in Wine

• Introductory course for those new to wine education. Learn the basics of grape varieties, health, safety and legal issues as well as food and wine pairing.
• One day course (9:15-5 p.m.), check "Course Listings" for dates.
• Registration fee: $275
• Includes all course materials, wine and Level 1 WSET Certification and lapel pin upon completion.

Level 2 – Intermediate Certificate in Wines & Spirits

• Geared to those employed in the drinks industry or anyone wishing to broaden their knowledge of wine and spirits in a structured way.
• Course starts in April and September during evenings. Duration: 9 weeks, check "Course Listings" for dates.
• Registration fee: $650
• Includes all course materials, wine and Level 2 WSET Certification and lapel pin upon completion.

Level 2 - On-Line Distance Learning - Intermediate Certificate in Wines & Spirits

• For those not living within driving distance to Brock University wishing to gain certification we are pleased to offer the Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines and Spirits.
• Check "WSET On-Line Distance Learning" page for start dates.
• Note that the final examination will take place at CCOVI, Brock University - see "WSET On-Line Distance Learning" page for dates.
• Registration fee:  $460
• Includes all course materials and a Level 2 WSET Certificate and lapel pin upon completion.

Level 3 – Advanced Certificate in Wines & Spirits

• Intended to provide in-depth knowledge of a wide range of wines and spirits. This qualification is also suitable for the wine enthusiast wishing to build on knowledge gained at Level 2.
• Course starts in January during evenings. Duration: 14 weeks, check "Course Listings" for dates.
• Registration fee: $1,100
• Includes all course materials, wine and Level 3 WSET Certification and lapel pin upon completion.

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Wine Appreciation
These courses are for the wine enthusiast as well as the industry professional.

Wine Appreciation I - Exploring Varietals

• A special interest course focused on the tasting of wines from Canada and around the world. Learn and improve your skills at distinguishing among wine varietals such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. This course may be used as a prerequisite for entrance into some Sommelier programs.
• Course runs in September during evenings. Duration: 12 weeks, check “Course Listings” for dates.
• Registration fee: $300.

Wine Appreciation II - Explore the Wine Regions of the World

• A special interest course designed to deepen and refine your wine tasting skills as well as to explore the major wine regions of the world. Discover wines from historic Old World regions as well as the emerging New World. Prerequisite: Wine Appreciation I is preferable.
• Course runs in January during evenings. Duration: 12 weeks, check “Course Listings” for dates.
• Registration fee: $325.

Introduction to the Wines of Ontario

• A special interest course focused on the wines of Ontario - how they are grown and made. Become familiar with VQA wines and the viticultural areas in which they are grown. Upon successful completion students will receive the Wine Council of Ontario Certification. This course may also be used a prerequisite for entrance to some Sommelier programs.
• Course starts in January during evenings. Duration: 9 weeks, check “Course Listings” for dates.
• Registration fee: $250.

Certification Program in Wine Sales & Service

• Insight into the wine consumer, practice the dimensions of quality service and learn how to “sell” wine through facilitation rather than the “hard” sell. This course includes the Excellence in Winery Sales & Service Certificate through the Wine Council of Ontario.
• Course starts in March during evenings. Duration: 9 weeks, check “Course Listings” for dates.
• Registration fee: $175.
   

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