Online Courses
WSET
wine & Spirit Education Trust
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WSET Level 1
Online
Beginner Class
Learn 8 noble grape varieties and 11 European wines from the comforts of your living room. This beginner course covers the basics of red and white winemaking, how to serve wine and food pairing basics.
You have 4 weeks to watch all videos, and complete your coursework for Level 1
Classes start every 2 weeks
You'll need to set aside 6 hours of online time
plus 11 hours of private study time
Cost: 299 CAD
*** Price does not include wines
Registration Deadline: 10 days before class start time
Examination Date: We'll schedule a time together that fits both our schedules after you enroll for a course.
WSET Level 2
Online
Intermediate class - available mid July 2022
You'll be covering 20 grape varieties and 70 European wines, but you'll be doing it from your own living room!
You have 5 weeks to watch all videos and complete your coursework for Level 2
Classes start every 2 weeks
You’ll need to set aside 35-40 hours – that’s 5-8 hours per week – including time to watch all videos, private revision, flashcards and quizzes
Cost: $649 CAD
*** Price does not include wines
Registration Deadline: 10 days before class start time
Examination Date: I'll schedule a time with you after you are registered
“I enjoyed every minute of the class - the wines, the wine games and our online quizzes were so helpful in passing the exam!"
Lillian Myrie
”Joanne was great! Friendly, personable and knew how to keep a crowd of people focused on the tasting"
Steve Badger
Host, Deep Cove, BC
"Joanne's enthusiasm is infectious and her wine knowledge Vast. Would 100% recommend for anyone wanting to deepen their wine knowledge."
Jennifer Wang
US
"[Joanne] overprepared us for our exam. The online practice quizzes were so helpful for studying
Sam Knox
Wine director, Nita Lake Lodge, Whistler
Hello there! I'm Joanne and I'll be your WSET instructor over the next few weeks. I'll contact you after registration to set up an examination time. I'd also love to meet you during a live session so I can provide some valuable feedback on wine tasting technique. We're in this together!
Joanne DiGesoCreator: SommWine, Approved Program Provider for WSET 
