WSET provides best-in-class education and qualifications to inspire and empower the world’s wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. They offer a comprehensive suite of qualifications covering wines, spirits and sake.
WSET qualifications are globally recognised as the international standard in wine and spirit knowledge. They are designed for those who are just starting out in their careers, as well as established professionals, and the many enthusiasts who have a passion for wines and spirits.
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET and WSET Awards) is an awarding body and registered charity devoted to the development and delivery of qualifications and courses in wines and spirits.
Established in 1969 for the UK wine trade, WSET has since grown to become the global industry leader.
As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, their educational products offer impartial and sound learning on which individuals and businesses can build knowledge and expertise.
WSET qualifications are globally recognised as the international standard in wine and spirit knowledge. They are designed for those who are just starting out in their careers, as well as established professionals, and the many enthusiasts who have a passion for wines and spirits.
The Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET and WSET Awards) is an awarding body and registered charity devoted to the development and delivery of qualifications and courses in wines and spirits.
Established in 1969 for the UK wine trade, WSET has since grown to become the global industry leader.
As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, their educational products offer impartial and sound learning on which individuals and businesses can build knowledge and expertise.
New England Wine Academy is proud to be an Approved Program Provider with WSET, and offer and array of courses for various skill levels, and interests. We offer the following courses, which can be found under the Classes tab, above:
Level 1 Award in Wine
Level 1 Award in Spirits
Level 2 Award in Wine
Level 2 Award in Spirits
Level 3 Award in Wine
WSET Classes are delivered in a variety of forms, including in-person classes, hybrid classes, and fully online offerings. What is the difference?
In-Person Classes
These are classes offered primarily at out Hartford, Ct location, and are scheduled through the academic year.
Please our schedule for a full listing of these classes.
Hybrid Classes
These classes are offered via the web as a virtual class. You have an instructor guiding you through the course material with set sessions, typically on a weekly basis, depending on the course. The benefit here is that you are interacting with a live instructor for the duration of the course, even if the class is virtual. Exams can be taken either in-person or via Remote Invigilation.
Fully Online Classes
These classes are offered via WSET's online platform, Canvas. The courses begin and end at a set point, with an exam date scheduled after the close of the class date. The benefit to this format is that you can logon and work through the course modules at your pace during the duration of the course. There are no live classes to make, but there is a certified instructor attached to each course, and they give feedback to quizes, tasting notes and other questions.
Customized Programs
New England Wine Academy also works with many corporate groups, including wholesale distributors and educational providers. We tailor the program to your needs and around your schedule, often working with a combination of the online, virtual and in-person program. No matter the level you are looking to have your group pass, NEWA can assist you with achieving the most success. Please reach out to us for more information and to schedule a consult for your needs.
Level 1 Award in Wine
Level 1 Award in Spirits
Level 2 Award in Wine
Level 2 Award in Spirits
Level 3 Award in Wine
WSET Classes are delivered in a variety of forms, including in-person classes, hybrid classes, and fully online offerings. What is the difference?
In-Person Classes
These are classes offered primarily at out Hartford, Ct location, and are scheduled through the academic year.
Please our schedule for a full listing of these classes.
Hybrid Classes
These classes are offered via the web as a virtual class. You have an instructor guiding you through the course material with set sessions, typically on a weekly basis, depending on the course. The benefit here is that you are interacting with a live instructor for the duration of the course, even if the class is virtual. Exams can be taken either in-person or via Remote Invigilation.
Fully Online Classes
These classes are offered via WSET's online platform, Canvas. The courses begin and end at a set point, with an exam date scheduled after the close of the class date. The benefit to this format is that you can logon and work through the course modules at your pace during the duration of the course. There are no live classes to make, but there is a certified instructor attached to each course, and they give feedback to quizes, tasting notes and other questions.
Customized Programs
New England Wine Academy also works with many corporate groups, including wholesale distributors and educational providers. We tailor the program to your needs and around your schedule, often working with a combination of the online, virtual and in-person program. No matter the level you are looking to have your group pass, NEWA can assist you with achieving the most success. Please reach out to us for more information and to schedule a consult for your needs.
