Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)

The WSET is an internationally recognized wine education program offering courses and certifications ranging from beginner to expert. Below you will find a brief description of each course.

The Foundation class is designed as an introduction for beginners. It is usually taught in one session. No prior experience or knowledge is required.

The Intermediate class is suitable for beginners, and those with some experience with wine. It is usually taught over 5 classes, with an exam in week 6. There is no prerequisite course.

The Advanced course is more demanding. It provides an overview of the wines and spirits from around the world. . It is usually taught over 10 weeks, with an exam week 11. There is no prerequisite course, but the Intermediate is strongly suggested if you are not in the wine industry.

The Diploma is the highest certification offered by the WSET. The Diploma is comprised of 6 Units, which can take 2-3 years to complete. Please note, you must have passed the Advanced level 3 to register for this program. In addition, you must take Unit # 2, Wine Production, before taking any other Unit. After completing Unit # 2, you can take the courses in any order you wish.

• Unit # 2, Wine Production, must be taken first.
• Unit # 1 - The Global Business of Wine & Spirits
• Unit # 3 – The Light Wines of the World
• Unit # 4 – Spirits
• Unit # 5 – Sparkling Wines
• Unit # 6 – Fortified Wines. Contact us for a detailed course description.

Intermediate Level

WSET INTERMEDIATE LEVEL II
Begins: February 9, 16, 23, March 1, 8, 2012; Exam March 22, 2012
Time: 6:30-9:30 pm
Location: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC

WSET Intermediate Certificate Level 2

(WSET-Int) $650.00 (WSET-Int) Home Study Course $298.00

Date of Birth (Must be age 21 or over)

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Advanced Level

WSET ADVANCED LEVEL III
Begins: February 21, 28 March 6, 13, 20, 27 April 3, 10, 17, 24, 2012
Exam May 8, 2012
Time: 6:30-9:30 pm
Location: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC

WSET Advanced Certificate Level 3

(WSET-Adv) $1,250.00(WSET-Adv) Promo Code $1,099.00(WSET-Adv) Home Study Course $498.00(WSET-Adv) Exam Re-sit $125.00

Date of Birth (Must be age 21 or over)

Promo Code, if applicable:

Diploma Level

The Capital Wine School is now an Approved Program Provider for the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Diploma Program.

WSET Diploma Unit #2: Wine Production

The Unit #2 Exam is a gateway exam to the rest of the program and must be attempted before moving on to any other Units.The Unit # 2 exam lasts 90 minutes and consists of 100 questions - multiple choice format.

Includes: The 3 year registration fee, the WSET Diploma Unit # 2 Study Guide, 4 class lectures, practice quizzes, the Diploma Assessment Preparation Scheme (DAPS) (done online through the WSET in London to help you further prepare), and the Unit # 2 Examination. Note: You must have passed the WSET Advanced Level 3 exam before registering for the Diploma Program.

Cost: $1,099
Date: February 29, March 7, 14, 21, 2012; Exam April 4, 2012 (6:30-8:00pm)
Time: 6:30-9:30 pm
Location: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC

Date of Birth (Must be age 21 or over)

WSET Diploma Unit #1: The Global Business of Wine and Spirits

The Unit 1 assessment is comprised of 2 papers:

1) A Coursework Assignment (50% of your grade) that you write at home over the course of several months. The topic has been released and is available as a PDF file format. You must register by Tuesday, January 17, 2012 if you intend to submit this paper through the Capital Wine School. The paper is due no later than Monday, April 16, 2012.

2) A Case Study Examination (50% of your grade) that you write in class under exam conditions. The topic will be released one month before the exam. You must register with the Capital Wine School by Tuesday, January 17, 2012. The exam will be held in Washington, DC on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 from 10:30 am to 11:45 am.

Includes: the WSET Diploma Unit # 1 Study Guide, the Unit #1 Coursework Assignment submission, and the Unit # 1 Case Study Examination.

There will be Unit # 1 Seminar on Tuesday, January 17th, 2012, from 6:00-9:00 at The Capital Wine School. Located at: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave Suite # 7, Washington, DC This session will help prepare you for researching and writing both Unit #1 and Unit #2 papers.

Cost: $448 (includes both papers)
Cost for 1 paper or retake: $225
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Location: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC
Note: You must have taken the Diploma Unit # 2 exam before registering for this, or any other Unit

Pricing Options

Both papers $448.00 USD One paper or Retake $225.00 USD

Date of Birth (Must be age 21 or over)

WSET Diploma Unit #4: Spirits

The class begins Thursday (Not Wednesday), September 22 at 6:30pm until 9:30pm. The course runs Sept 22, 29, Oct 6,13,19, and will be held at Bells Wine & Spirits.

The exam will be held in Washington, DC on Thursday, November 3rd from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. The spirits exam will last one hour and includes a tasting assessment of three spirits, and several essay questions related to material covered in the Unit. The instructor for the class will be Jay Youmans MW.

Cost: $799
Dates: Sept 22, 29, Oct 6,13,19, Exam Nov. 3
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Location: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC
Note: You must have taken the Diploma Unit # 2 exam before registering for this Unit

WSET Diploma Unit #4

WSET Diploma Unit #4 $799.00

Date of Birth (Must be age 21 or over)

WSET Diploma Unit #5: Champagne & Sparkling Wine

The class begins Wednesday, April 11, 2012 from 6:30pm until 9:30pm. The course runs April 11, 18, and 25, 2012. The exam will be held on June 12, 2012 from 12:30 – 1:35.

The exam will last one hour and five minutes and includes a tasting assessment of three wines, and several essay questions related to material covered in the Unit.

The instructor for the class will be Jay Youmans MW.


Note: You must have taken the Diploma Unit # 2 exam before registering for this Unit


Cost: $699
Dates: April 11, 18, and 25, 2012. The exam will be held on June 12, 2012 from 12:30 – 1:35
Time: 6:30-9:30 pm
Location: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC

Date of Birth (Must be age 21 or over)

WSET Diploma Unit #6: Fortified Wines

The class begins Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 6:30pm until 9:30pm. The course runs May 2, 9, 23, and 30, 2012.  The exam will be held on June 12, 2012 from 2:30 – 3:35pm.

The exam will last one hour and five minutes and includes a tasting assessment of three wines, and several essay questions related to material covered in the Unit.

The instructor for the class will be Jay Youmans MW.


Note: You must have taken the Diploma Unit # 2 exam before registering for this Unit.

Cost: $699
Dates: May 2, 9, 23, and 30, 2012.  The exam will be held on June 12, 2012 from 2:30 – 3:35pm.
Time: 6:30-9:30 pm
Location: The Capital Wine School, 5207 Wisconsin Ave, Washington, DC

Date of Birth (Must be age 21 or over)

Payment Terms, Refund and Cancellation Policy

Payment

Advance payment is required for all classes and programs. You can pay through the web site using PayPal (Master Card or Visa). You can also pay by check to The Capital Wine School at 9600 Parkwood Drive Bethesda, Maryland 20814. Once your payment has been received, we will confirm your registration by e-mail.

Refunds for all Courses & Tastings

If you cancel 7 days prior to the course or class, you will receive a refund less a 10% cancellation fee. If you cancel after the class begins, no refunds will apply.
Your registration is fully transferable to another person for the same course and session, subject to qualification. If you miss a class, you are welcome to make it up the next time it is offered. Course tuition and examination fees are non transferable to other schools.