Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) at Linfield
WSET Courses at Linfield
WSET provides high-quality education in wines and spirits to more than 94,000 people every year around the globe, making it the biggest and most respected wine education and certification organization of its kind in the world. As a WSET approved program provider, Linfield offers Oregon’s industry professionals, local beverage enthusiasts and Linfield students the opportunity to study and earn WSET awards on campus and online.
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
This introductory course is designed to be the perfect starting point for wine enthusiasts looking to grasp the fundamentals or anyone embarking on a career in the world of wine and hospitality. You will gain the skills to describe wines accurately, learn the systematic approach to tasting wine, and master the basic principles of wine and food pairing.
Level 1 courses
Upcoming in person classes at Linfield's McMinnville Campus
Unless otherwise noted, these courses are offered on the Linfield University McMinnville Campus.
Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $350
Class # IP L1 6-8-24
June 8, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)
Class # IP L1 8-10-24
Aug. 10, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)
Class # IP L1 10-5-24
Oct. 5, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)
Class # IP L1 12-7-24
Dec. 7, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)
IPW L1 6-3-24
June 3–17 | Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: June 17
IPW L1 8-5-24
Aug. 5–19 | Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: Aug 19
IPW L1 10-7-24
Oct. 7–21 | Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: Oct 21
NEW!!
Columbia Gorge Satellite Locations!
Whether you are a local or want to take a weekend trip to the Columbia Gorge to explore the local wine scene, join us at our new satellite locations! Linfield University is pleased to bring WSET certifications to the Gorge!
Weekend intensive
IPG L1 6-8-24
June 8, 2024 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)
Location: Best Western Plus Hood River Inn
1108 East Marina Way Hood River, OR 97031
Weekly classes
IPWG L1 6-12-24
June 12 - 26 | Wednesdays 6-8 p.m.
Exam: Jun 26
Location: Double Strand Winery
953 Quartz Dr, Mosier, Or 97040
Offered online
Learn at your own pace with this asynchronous format. Instructor support is available and there will also be one online live support session with a Linfield WSET instructor. Your e-textbook will be emailed directly to you.
Cost: $250 includes course materials and exam. A Level 1 Wine Kit including six wines can be purchased and shipped directly to you for an additional $95 during the registration process.
Class # O1WI2423APP
June 10-July 8, 2024
Exam: July 15, 2024, 9 a.m.
Class # O1WI2425APP
July 8-Aug. 5, 2024
Exam: Aug. 12, 2024, 9 a.m.
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines
An internationally recognized and comprehensive course covering the major grape varieties, the important wine regions, the styles of wine they produce and how to use label information to understand a wine’s quality and style. Ideal for wine professionals with some experience and wine enthusiasts familiar with wines from around the world. Does not require Level 1 to register. The total qualification time for the Level 2 Award in Wines is 28 hours. This includes 17 instructor guided learning hours (of which one hour is
for the examination) and 11 hours’ private study. It is recommended that you have read the book prior to your first day of class.
Level 2 courses
Upcoming in-person classes
Unless otherwise noted, these courses are offered on the Linfield University McMinnville Campus.
Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $820
Class # IP L2 6-21-24
June 21-23, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: June 23, 5 p.m. (one hour)
Class # IP L2 8-23-24
Aug. 23-25, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Aug. 25, 5 p.m. (one hour)
Class # IP L2 10-18-24
Oct. 18-20, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Oct. 20, 5 p.m. (one hour)
Class # IP L2 12-13-24
Dec. 13-15, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Dec. 15, 5 p.m. (one hour)
Weekly classes
IPW L2 7-8-24
July 8-Aug. 12
Mondays 5-8 p.m.
Exam: Aug. 19
IPW L2 10-1-24
Oct. 1-Nov. 19
Tuesday 6-8:00 p.m.
Exam: Dec. 3
NEW!!
Columbia Gorge Satellite Locations!
Whether you are a local or want to take a weekend trip to the Columbia Gorge to explore the local wine scene, join us at our new satellite locations! Linfield University is pleased to bring WSET certifications to the Gorge!
Weekend intensive
IPG L2 7-12-24
July 12 - 14, 2024
Friday: 6 - 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Exam: July 14, 5 p.m. (60 minutes)
Location: Best Western Plus Hood River Inn
1108 East Marina Way Hood River, OR 97031
Weekly classes
IPWG L2 7-10-24
July 10 - Aug. 7 | Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Exam: Aug 14, 5:30 p.m.
Location: Double Strand Winery
953 Quartz Dr, Mosier, Or 97040
Offered online: live instructor
Cost: $725 includes course materials and exam. A Level 2 Wine Kit including 12 wines can be purchased for an additional $210 during the registration process.
Offered online
Learn at your own pace with this asynchronous format. Instructor support is available and there will also be one online live support session with a Linfield WSET instructor. Your e-textbook will be shipped directly to you.
Cost: $650 includes course materials and exam. A Level 2 Wine Kit including 12 wines can be purchased and shipped to you for an additional $180 during the registration process.
Class # O2WI2423APP
June 10-July 15, 2024
Exam: July 22, 2024, 9 a.m.
Class # O2WI2425APP
July 8-Aug. 12, 2024
Exam: Aug. 19, 2024, 9 a.m.
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines
Level 3 courses
Upcoming in-person classes
Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $1,400
Intensives
Class # L3 6-17-24
June 17, 18, 24, 25,
Mondays & Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: July 1, 6 p.m. (two hours, thirty minutes)
Weekly classes
Class # L3 10-1-24
Oct. 1- Jan. 7
Tuesdays, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Exam: Jan. 14, 6 p.m. (two hours, thirty minutes)
Register by Sept. 13, 2024
Offered online
Learn at your own pace with this asynchronous format. Instructor support is available and there will also be two online live supports session with a Linfield WSET instructor. Your e-textbook will be emailed directly to you.
Cost: $1,100 includes course materials and exam. A Level 3 Wine Kit including 18 wines can be purchased and shipped to you for an additional $340 during the registration process. Exam must be completed in person at Linfield University due to the tasting assessment.
Fee Structure for Replacements and Exam Services
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Linfield University WSET Fee Policy Linfield University strives to cultivate students so that they are prepared to pass on exam day. The reality is that life sometimes gets in the way, resulting in missed exams, classes, and reprioritization. There are associated fees that correlate to registration and exam changes and these fees can be found by course below.
Reschedule
For in person classes and exams, please let us know that you will need to change your exam date 12 business days prior to scheduled exam. For online classes please let us know that you will not be able to attend the class 10 business days prior to the beginning of class. For online exams please reschedule 20 business days prior to your scheduled exam. Rescheduling outside of these timeframes will incur the associated reschedule fees below.
Resits
For resits we offer the opportunity for candidates to sit with upcoming scheduled exams. Please contact us to schedule you on these predetermined dates. Associated fees will be charged at the point of registration for the resit exam.
Result Enquiry
If you receive a failing grade or want to enquire about your results, you have within 10 business days to file a result enquiry form and pay the associated fee to receive more information from WSET.
Result Enquiry and Feedback
If you receive a failing grade or want to enquire about your results, you have within 10 business days to file a result enquiry form and pay the associated fee to receive information on your results and feedback from WSET.
Replacement of Pin or Certificate
Certificates and pins can get lost in the mail, at times WSET may leave out pins or a name may need to be altered. You may lose your certificates and pins in a move or fire etc. If the candidate requests a new certificate the cost is $38 for candidates who have graduated post 1990. For candidates prior to 1990 the cost is $65. For pins the cost is $7. Linfield University and WSET share the cost on items lost in the mail or issues relating to clerical errors, including name changes. Candidates only incur these costs if they have lost the certificate or pin once they have been received by the candidate.Table of the fees associated with the level 1 classes. Level 1 Fees
Reschedule
Resit
Result Enquiry
Level 1 In-Person Fees
Free or $130 if after deadline
$75
$30
Level 1 Online Fees
Free or $130 if after deadline
$110
$30
Table of the fees associated with the level 2 classes. Level 2 Fees
Reschedule
Resit
Result Enquiry
Level 2 In-Person Fees
Free or $170 if after deadline
$125
$50
Level 2 Online Fees
Free or $170 if after deadline
$160
$50
Table of the fees associated with the level 3 classes. Level 3 Fees
Reschedule
Resit
Result Enquiry
Result Enquiry & Feedback
Level 3 In-Person Fees
Free or $350 if after deadline
Theory : $110
Tasting: $50
Theory: $70
Tasting: $70
Theory: $140
Tasting: $90
Level 3 Online Fees
Free or $350 if after deadline
Theory : $110
Tasting: $50
Theory: $70
Tasting: $70
Theory: $140
Tasting: $90
Questions?
For more information about certifications or transferring into Linfield's program, please reach out!