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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.

 

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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.

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Level 1 courses

Offered in person

Unless otherwise noted, these courses are offered on the Linfield University McMinnville Campus.

Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $350

Upcoming classes:

Class # IP L1 2-10-24
Feb. 10, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by Jan. 31, 2024

Class # IP L1 4-6-24
Apr. 6, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by Mar. 20, 2024

Class # IP L1 6-8-24
Jun. 8, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by May 22, 2024

Class # IP L1 8-10-24
Aug. 10, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by July 24, 2024

Class # IP L1 10-5-24
Oct. 5, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by Sept. 18, 2024

Class # IP L1 12-7-24
Dec. 7, 2024, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exam: 5 p.m. (45 minutes)

Register by Nov. 20, 2024

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. 

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 $80 during the registration process.

Upcoming classes:

Class # O1WI2412APP
Jan. 8-Feb. 5, 2024

Exam: Feb. 12, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Dec. 21, 2023

Class # O1WI2414APP
Feb. 5-Mar. 4, 2024

Exam: Mar. 11, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Jan. 21, 2024

Class # O1WI2416APP
Mar. 4-Apr. 1, 2024

Exam: Apr. 8, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Feb. 18, 2024

Class # O1WI2418APP
Apr. 1-29, 2024

Exam: May 6, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Mar. 17, 2024

Class # O1WI2421APP
May 13-Jun. 10, 2024

Exam: Jun. 17, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Apr. 28, 2024

Class # O1WI2423APP
Jun. 10-Jul. 8, 2024

Exam: Jul. 15, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by May 26, 2024

Class # O1WI2425APP
Jul. 8-Aug. 5, 2024

Exam: Aug. 12, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Jun. 23, 2024

Student reviewing WSET materials and taking notes.

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.

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Level 2 courses

Offered in person

Unless otherwise noted, these courses are offered on the Linfield University McMinnville Campus.

Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $795 

Upcoming classes:

Class # IP L2 2-23-24
Feb. 23-25, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Feb. 25, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Feb. 7, 2024

Class # IP L2 4-19-24
Apr. 19-21, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Apr. 21, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Apr. 3, 2024

Class # IP L2 6-21-24
Jun. 21-23, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Jun. 23, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Jun. 5, 2024

Class # IP L2 8-23-24
Aug. 23-25, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Aug. 25, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Aug. 7, 2024

Class # IP L2 10-18-24
Oct. 18-20, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Oct. 20, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Oct. 2, 2024

Class # IP L2 12-13-24
Dec. 13-15, 2024, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Exam: Dec. 15, 5 p.m. (one hour)

Register by Nov. 27, 2024

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 $180 during the registration process.

Upcoming class: # O2LIVE11-6-23

Mondays and Tuesdays, Nov. 6-28, 2023, 6-8 p.m.
Exam: Dec. 4

Registration now closed.

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 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.

Upcoming online classes:

Class # O2WI2412APP
Jan. 8-Feb. 12, 2024

Exam: Feb. 19, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Dec. 21, 2023

Class # O2WI2414APP
Feb. 5-Mar. 11, 2024

Exam: Mar. 18, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Jan. 21, 2024

Class # O2WI2416APP
Mar. 4-Apr. 8, 2024

Exam: Apr. 15, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Feb. 18, 2024

Class # O2WI2418APP
Apr. 1-May 6, 2024

Exam: May 13, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Mar. 17, 2024

Class # O2WI2421APP
May 13-Jun. 17, 2024

Exam: Jun. 24, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Apr. 28, 2024

Class # O2WI2423APP
Jun. 10-Jul. 15, 2024

Exam: Jul. 22, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by May 26, 2024

Class # O2WI2425APP
Jul. 8-Aug. 12, 2024

Exam: Aug. 19, 2024, 9 a.m.

Register by Jun. 23, 2024

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WSET Level 3 Award in Wines

Learn to assess wines accurately and use your understanding to confidently explain wine style and quality. This rigorous class is geared toward wine industry professionals and advanced enthusiasts. Successful candidates will invest at least 50 hours of independent study in addition to class time.

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Level 3 courses

Offered in person

Cost (includes wines, course materials and exam): $1,295 

Class # IP L3 2-6-24
Feb. 6 – Apr. 30, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Exam: May 7, 6 p.m. (two hours, thirty minutes)

Register by Jan. 13, 2024

Class # L3 10-1-24
Oct. 1- Jan. 7, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Exam: Jan. 14, 6 p.m. (two hours, thirty minutes)

Register by Sept. 13, 2024