Classes and Certification
For wine lovers, enthusiasts, and trade professionals

Whether you just want to learn more or are working toward a Master-level title, PhillyWine has something for YOU.

We offer WSET Certification in wine and sake as well as non-certification and custom wine classes and events.

Wine & Spirits Education Trust

Based in London, the Wine & Spirits Education Trust is a best-in-class, globally recognized program for enthusiasts and trade professionals.
PhillyWine is an Approved Program Provider.

Brooks Biodynamic Wine Tasting

Join us for a guided tasting of Demeter Certified Biodynamic Brooks Wine
Located in Willamette Valley, Brooks is the living legacy of Jimi Brooks, a visionary Portland native who came to wine through his passion for history and philosophy. The winery is family-owned and female-led.

Brooks’ wines are made in small lots with no manipulation of acid or sugar and are certified Biodynamic by Demeter. Managing Director Janie Brooks Heuck will lead us through a tasting of six wines and discussion of Brooks’ commitment to its people, community, and land.

Tickets: $40

Sunday, March 30
4-6PM
Fitler Club, 24 S 24th St, Philadelphia, PA

*You do not have to be a Fitler Member to attend

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Upcoming WSET Classes

Online Classroom

WSET’s Online Classroom (OLC) is a great way to take class if you need more flexibility. OLC lets you go at your own pace on your own schedule. We can even send you wine tasting kits! Sign up on the corresponding class pages. We also offer OLC for sake.

Wine & Sake
Level 1 Wine - April 14 - Sign up by April 4
Level 1 Wine - April 28 - Sign up by April 18

Level 2 Wine - April 14 - Sign up by April 4
Level 2 Wine - April 28 - Sign up by April 18

Level 3 Wine - April 14 - Sign up by April 4
Level 3 Wine - May 5 - Sign up by April 25

Level 1 Sake - May 12 - Sign up by May 2

D1 Wine - June 2 - Signup by May 23
D2 Wine - April 7 - Sign up by March 28
D3 Wine - April 21 - Sign up by April 11
D4 Wine - July 14 - Sign up by July 4
D5 Wine - April 14 - Sign up by April 4

In-Person & Hybrid Classes

L2 Wine - Accelerated - Lancaster
April 14 - May 12, Mondays, 5-9PM
Location TBD
Exam: May 12
➡️ Sign up by April 7

L2 Wine - Philadelphia
May 7 - July 12, Wednesdays, 6-8PM
Fitler Club
Exam: July 12
➡️ Sign up by April 25

L2 Wine - Accelerated - Philadelphia
Aug 4-8, 10-3PM
Fitler Club
Exam: Aug 8
➡️ Sign up by July 22

L3 Wine - Philadelphia
June 3 - Aug 19, Tuesdays, 6-9PM
Exam: Aug 19
➡️ Sign up by May 23

D2 Wine - Hybrid Class
April 7 - May 18; Wednesdays 7-9PM Zoom
➡️ Sign up by March 31

Explore WSET Certification

Wine

Level 1 Award in Wines

A beginner level introduction to wine suitable for those starting a wine career or pursuing an interest in wine.
Level 2 Award in Wines

A beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.
Level 3 Award in Wines

An advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry and for wine enthusiasts.
Level 4 Diploma in Wine

The WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines is an expert-level qualification covering all aspects of wine.

Spirits & Sake

Level 1 Award in Sake - Online

An introduction to sake for those starting a career in the industry or just pursuing an interested in sake.
Level 1 Award in Spirits - Online

Not currently offered. The Level 1 qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of spirits.
Level 2 Award in Spirits - Online

Not currently offered. A beginner to intermediate level qualification exploring spirits and liqueurs for those working in the industry or spirits enthusiasts.

WSET Latest Figures:

142,000 candidates in 2023/24*
9 separate WSET qualifications
770 WSET course providers worldwide
78 countries provide WSET courses
14 languages offered
* wordwide across all levels of wine, sake, and spirits