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As per international requirements, all certification exams are ordered 5 business days before the exam date. If you register less than three weeks before the course starts, you may not be able to take the exam offered. Alternative exam dates will be available. Same applies to book deliveries. Online books in English can be submitted instead or in addition. Subject to late fees and other fees.
If you register later, your exam or printed materials may be delayed. Alternate exam dates will be arranged if needed.

Wine/spirits Courses

Certified Wine Courses

Wine Enthusiast & Junior Sommelier Courses Unlock your passion for wine with our Wine Enthusiast and Junior Sommelier courses—designed for curious beginners and budding professionals alike. Certified through the UK Accreditation body CPD, these internationally recognized programs offer industry-aligned training, blending tradition with global insight. Whether you're aiming to boost your career or simply appreciate wine on a deeper level, our courses set the standard.
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Certified Spirit Courses

Spirits Enthusiast & Junior Spirits Specialist Courses Explore the world beyond the bottle with our Spirits Enthusiast and Junior Spirits Specialist courses—crafted for inquisitive drinkers and aspiring professionals. Certified by the UK Accreditation body CPD, these internationally recognized programs offer a deep dive into rum, gin, whisky, tequila, and beyond. Blending tradition, tasting, and storytelling, our courses set the benchmark for spirits education. Whether you're building your care
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Rum Ambassador™

Unlock the world of rum with The Rum Ambassador course, a comprehensive and engaging training program designed for enthusiasts and professionals alike who are looking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of rum. This six-hour course, broken down into manageable modules, will take you on a journey through the history, production, and varieties of rum, while also covering the essentials of rum tasting and cocktail mixing.
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Island Responsibility: Alcohol Service Certification

Serve Smart. Stay Safe. This Cayman Islands Responsible Alcohol Service course provides essential training to help protect your guests, your establishment, and your community. Developed with input from industry leaders and local law enforcement, this course delivers clear, actionable training for responsible serving. Certification is valid for two years and recognized throughout the hospitality industry.
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Classroom Cost:$59.00
Online Cost:$49.00
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Gin Ambassador ™

Following the global success of our popular Whisky Ambassador Accredited Programme, we were asked if a similar programme was available for gin. Gin has become extremely popular over the last few years with many more distilleries opening and producing excellent gins. Hence, we created the Gin Ambassador.
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Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

Cognac Ambassador™

We will cover the history and production of Cognac including how best to serve and enjoy the different styles and food pairing options. 12 different Cognac’s will be tasted to illustrate and demonstrate the variety of terroirs, styles, tiers, and aging characteristics. Cognac is the original brandy and remains the most honored and historical evolution of wine. A region in southwest France, Cognac is, first and foremost, a place.
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Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

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Whisky Ambassador ™

The Whisky Ambassador programme is the original accredited Scotch Whisky training course. Designed both for the Licensed trade and those seeking a comprehensive grasp of Scotch, the course gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence to talk to customers about Scotland’s national drink, furthermore improving customer experience and exponentially increasing sales of Scotland in a glass.®
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Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

Certified Rioja Enthusiast™

The Certified Rioja Ambassador Course is your fast track into the world of Spain’s most iconic wine region. In just three hours, you’ll swirl, sip, and deep-dive into nine stunning Rioja wines that span tradition, innovation, and everything in between. Backed by the Rioja Consejo Regulador and CPD-certified, this is the wine course for anyone who knows the future of wine education still speaks with a Spanish accent.
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Classroom Cost:$145.00
Online Cost:$95.00
Duration:

Classroom: 4 hours

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Capstone California – Level 1: Introductory Course™

Enroll in Capstone California, the pioneering California wine certification and education program, exclusively with the Academy of Wine and Spirits!  Capstone California Program Overview This comprehensive program offers four levels of study, catering to everyone from beginners to experts.
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Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 7 hours. Online: 7 hours.

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Sherry Expert™

Designed for wine professionals & enthusiasts alike, this course offers intermediate-level study material that has been reviewed and approved by the Regulatory Council of Jerez. Led by renowned expert Christian Esser, Certified Sherry Educator, you’ll explore the history, geography, viticulture, wine-making, and styles of sherry wines. You’ll also taste 12 different sherries and discuss food pairings and best practices for service, preparing you to take the Sherry certification test that day.
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Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

Beer Sommelier™

Become a true ambassador of the world’s most diverse and storied beverage. The Beer Sommelier Course is designed to equip professionals and passionate enthusiasts with in-depth knowledge of beer production, styles, service, and sensory experience.
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Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 7 hours. Online: 7 hours.

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Consultancy

Wine and drinks in general represent a very important
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