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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

AWS Level 1 in Service

AWS Level 1 in Service

A practical foundation course designed to develop the essential knowledge and skills required for professional front-of-house service. Participants learn restaurant roles, guest interaction, safety and sanitation, menu and POS knowledge, sequence of service, table setup, beverage service and introductory formal wine service through theory, demonstrations and hands-on activities.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Duration: 8 hours of structured training plus assessment.

Format: Instructor-led classroom training combining theory, demonstrations, group exercises, practical activities and roleplay.

Level: Foundation / Level 1

Experience Required: No previous formal hospitality qualification is required.

Capstone California

Capstone California

Master the wines of the Golden State with Capstone California, the pioneering California wine certification, offered exclusively through the Academy of Wine & Spirits. Explore California's history, key grape varieties, winemaking, oak and iconic AVAs through guided tastings. Choose the 7-hour Level 1 Introductory Course or go deeper with the 18-hour Intermediate Level 2. Classroom or online. From $195.
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AWS Level 1 in Cigars – Certified Cigar Enthusiast™

AWS Level 1 in Cigars – Certified Cigar Enthusiast™

Unlock the world of cigars with the AWS Level 1 in Cigars – Certified Cigar Enthusiast™, a comprehensive and engaging training program designed for those looking to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of premium cigars.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$595.00
Online Cost:$595.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours. Online Selfstudy: Led by an Online Educator with 6-month access.

Certified Wine 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

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™

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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Cayman Smart Serve™

Cayman Smart Serve™

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.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$59.00
Online Cost:$49.00
AWS Tastings

AWS Tastings

Liquid. Lively. Fun. One Glass at a Time. Guided by Christian Esser, Founder of the Academy of Wine & Spirits and internationally recognized wine and spirits educator, our tastings blend storytelling, sensory discovery, and serious fun in an intimate, relaxed setting.
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Duration:

Flexible, depending on your chosen theme, selection and food pairings.

Tequila Ambassador™

Tequila Ambassador™

Discover Mexico's most celebrated spirit, from Blue Weber agave fields to oak-aged añejos. Start with the 3–4 hour Tequila Explorer™ for a fun, fast introduction, or step up to the 8-hour Tequila Ambassador™ to master tequila's traditions, styles, professional tasting and cocktail skills. Ideal for enthusiasts and hospitality teams. Classroom or online. From $95.
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Gin Ambassador™

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.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

Cognac Ambassador™

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 Cognacs 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.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$295.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

Armagnac Academy

Armagnac Academy

Discover the soul of Gascony and France's oldest brandy. The 3-hour Certified Armagnac Enthusiast™ introduces Armagnac's history, unique production and styles through guided tasting. The 6-hour Certified Armagnac Specialist™ builds the depth to confidently select, serve and sell it. Classroom, Zoom or self-study. From $95.
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Whisky Ambassador™

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.®
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$495.00
Online Cost:$495.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6 hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

Certified Rioja Enthusiast™

Certified Rioja Enthusiast™

The Certified Rioja Enthusiast 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.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$145.00
Online Cost:$95.00
Duration:

Classroom: 4 hours

Certified Sake Courses

Certified Sake Courses

The AWS Level 1 in Sake by Academy of Wine & Spirits is a beginner-friendly certification designed for enthusiasts and hospitality professionals who want to understand the fundamentals of Japanese sake. Participants learn about sake history, production methods, key rice varieties, styles, tasting techniques, food pairing, and proper service. The course builds a strong foundation of knowledge and confidence, ending with a short assessment and an internationally recognized CPD certificate.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 8 hours. Online ZOOM: 8 hours.

Academy of Cheese

Academy of Cheese

Know your Gruyère from your Gorgonzola? Become an Associate of the Academy of Cheese with this 7-hour Level 1 course. You'll learn the main cheese families, how cheese is made, and a structured way to taste and describe it, plus how to pair it with wine and spirits. Perfect for food lovers and hospitality professionals. Classroom or online. From $295.
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Aroma Academy

Aroma Academy

Train your nose like a professional. Aroma Academy's sensory programmes teach you to detect, identify and describe the aromas and flavours in wine and spirits, using professional aroma kits. Choose the 5-hour Foundation Level™ or the Intermediate Level™. An ideal companion to any wine or spirits certification. Classroom or Zoom. From $195.
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Academy of Wine & Spirits

Academy of Wine & Spirits

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Sherry Expert™

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.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 6hours. Online ZOOM: 6 hours.

Beer Sommelier™

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.
Course Details
Classroom Cost:$295.00
Online Cost:$195.00
Duration:

Classroom: 7 hours. Online: 7 hours.

The Council of Whisky Masters

The Council of Whisky Masters

Earn a professional whiskey credential recognised across the trade. The Certified Scotch Professional™ and Certified Bourbon Professional™ are the first certifications in the Master of Whiskey program, with no prerequisites. Each is an online self-study course with 60–90 hours of preparation, for bartenders, sales reps and serious collectors. $595.
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Consultancy

Consultancy

Wine and drinks in general represent a very important
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The Wine Level 2 course was everything I hoped for and more. The content was rich, the instructor was inspiring, and the tastings were world-class.

Samantha R
Sommelier, Barbados

I thought I knew rum—until I took this course. Now I understand it. The Rum Educator program is a must for anyone in the spirits trade.

David M.
Bar Manager, Grand Cayman

AWS Level 1 in Mixology was hands-down the best training I’ve received in my bartending career. Practical, professional, and packed with insight.

Luis T.
Cocktail Consultant, Dominican Republic

The Academy of Wine & Spirits doesn’t just teach you facts—it builds your confidence. I left with skills I use every single day at work.

Claire B.
Wine Retail Specialist, Trinidad

Taking the AWS Level 1 in Sake course opened a whole new world for me. I now feel confident presenting sake on any wine list.

Anthony C.
Restaurant Supervisor, Bahamas

AWS Level 1 in Mixology’s training was a game changer. I learned how to properly build, balance, and serve cocktails with real finesse.

Jade K.
F&B Trainee, Jamaica

The Scotch Professional certification helped me land a promotion. It's challenging, but the knowledge you gain is absolutely worth it.

Marcus G.
Spirits Sales Rep, Toronto

I’ve attended trainings all over the world—this one stood out. The instruction, tasting selection, and materials were top-tier.

Elena S.
Beverage Director, Miami

I started the course as a wine enthusiast. I left as a wine professional. The Academy helped me make the leap with confidence.

John E.
Wine Buyer, Cayman Islands

Being certified by an internationally recognized academy gave me the credibility I needed. Clients take me seriously now.

Renee P.
Private Wine Consultant, St. Lucia

This isn’t just another bartending class. The fusion of theory and hands-on work is perfectly balanced—like a great cocktail.

Zach D.
Hotel Bartender, Nassau

Every module, every tasting, every moment of this course was expertly delivered. I’ve already signed up for the next level.

Natalie H.
Hospitality Trainer, Turks & Caicos