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.

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  - Jan 20 - Sign up by Jan 10
Level 2 Wine - Jan 20 - Sign up by Jan 10
Level 3 Wine - Jan 20  - Sign up by Jan 10

Level 1 Sake - March 10 - Sign up by Feb 27

D1 Wine - March 17 - Signup by March 7
D2 Wine - April 7  - Sign up by March 28
D5 Wine - Jan 13 - Sign up by Jan 3

In-Person & Hybrid Classes

L1 Wine - York, PA - Get Certified in One Day 🚀
Jan 25, 9-4:30PM
YTI Career Institute, York, PA
➡️ Sign up by Jan 9

L1 Wine - Philadelphia - Get Certified in One Day 🚀
Feb 8, 10AM - 4PM
Fitler Club
➡️ Sign up by Jan 23

L2 Wine - Philadelphia
Jan 22 - March 26, Wednesdays, 7-9PM
Fitler Club
Exam: March 26
➡️ Sign up by Jan 15

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

L3 Wine - Lancaster
Jan 13 - April 7, Mondays, 5PM- 9PM
Vine Bar
Exam: April 7
➡️ Sign up by Jan 10

L3 Wine - Philadelphia
Jan 14 - April 1, Tuesdays, 6PM-9PM
Exam: April 1
➡️ Sign up by Jan 10

 Explore WSET Certification

Wine

  • WSET Level 1 Award in Wine Philadelphia

    Level 1 Award in Wines

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

  • WSET Level 2 in Wine Philadelphia

    Level 2 Award in Wines

    A beginner- to intermediate-level qualification exploring wines, suitable for industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.

  • WSET Level 3 in Wine Philadelphia

    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.

  • WSET Level 1 in Spirits Philadelphia

    Level 1 Award in Spirits - Online

    Not currently offered. The Level 1 qualification offers a hands-on introduction to the world of spirits.

  • WSET Level 2 in Spirits Philadelphia

    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

Gift Certificates

Give the gift of wine education with a PhillyWine Voucher! Available in increments of $100, $375 for a WSET Level 1 Class, and $900 for a WSET Level 2 Class. Please email us to purchase one for a custom amount.

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