Classes at International Wine Center

2008 Wine Classes

nternational Wine Center is the U.S. headquarters for the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSETï¿½), the world's premier wine educational organization. International Wine Center students can earn official WSET credentials - Intermediate Certificate, Advanced Certificate, and Diploma. All instructors hold the WSET Diploma. WSET programs are the recommended preparatory study for Master of Wine candidates.

Spring & Summer 2008 Schedule

Intermediate Certificate - Spanish Language
IC 308 (First Level)
Schedule: Mondays, June 30 through August 25, 2008. Classes meet 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Professional Beer Tasting & Styles Course
BC 108 Saturday Brew (First Level)
Schedule: Classes meet 10 a.m. to Noon, Saturdays, May 17 through June 28, 2008. No class Memorial Day weekend -- Saturday, May 24.

Intermediate Certificate
IC 1108 (First Level)
Schedule: Wednesdays, June 4 through July 30. Classes meet 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Intermediate Certificate
IC 1708 (First Level)
Schedule: Tuesdays, June 24 through August 19. Classes meet 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Intermediate Certificate
IC 1208 Total Immersion (First Level)
Schedule: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM Wednesday, August 20 through Friday, August 22, 2008
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Advanced Certificate
AC 708 Summer School Fast Track (Second Level)
Schedule: 6:00 to 8:30 PM Mondays and Wednesdays, June 30 through August 18th, 2008.
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Advanced Certificate
AC 608 Total Immersion (Second Level)
Schedule: 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday, August 25 through Friday, August 29, 2008.
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Advanced Certificate
AC 808 (Second Level)
Schedule: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Thursdays, September 4th through December 18th, 2008.
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The Levels
The WSET classes are a progression, beginning with Intermediate Certificate, followed by Advanced Certificate, and Diploma. Each level covers the entire world of wine by geographical regionï¿½including viticulture, vinification, and appellation labeling lawsï¿½and also covers wine-tasting technique.

The Advanced Certificate is a strict prerequisite for the Diploma Program.

How to Register
Advance payment is required for all programs. Register by telephone or FAX with American Express, VISA or MasterCard; call (212) 239-3055, or FAX (212) 239-3051. You may also send a check to International Wine Center (350 7th Ave Suite 1201, New York, NY 10001). As a courtesy to wine businesses, we will invoice those companies that have established credit with us.

Refunds

If you cancel your place before the course begins you will receive a refund of the class fee, less a 10% cancellation fee. If we have sent out the materials kit to you, you must return it, complete and unused, in order to receive full credit. Registration and shipping fees are not refundable.
If you cancel after the class begins, no refunds apply. However, your registration is fully transferable to another person for the same course and session, subject to qualification. If you miss a class, you are welcome to make-up the class next term.

Home Study
If you live and work outside of the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut metropolitan area, you may study for all levels through independent home study. Go to the Home Study page for additional information explaining Home Study costs and procedures. If you have questions about Home Study, please call us at International Wine Center, 212-239-3055.

Time of Classes
All classes begin at 6:00pm. Intermediate Certificate classes run from 6:00 to 8:00pm; Advanced Certificate classes run until 8:30pm, and Diploma classes run until 8:30 or 9:00pm, depending on the topic.

Make-Up Examination Dates
If you are not able to take your Intermediate or Advanced Certificate examination on the scheduled date, you may participate in the next scheduled exam, space permitting (the exam dates are listed in the class schedules); unless you give us 15 Business Days notice that you will not sit the exam on your original date, additional fees apply. If you want to arrange for a private make-up exam at another time, proctor fees apply in addition to any exam fees. Please call or email us for more information. You can refer to the exam dates listed in the class schedule.

You must reserve a seat for any regularly-scheduled examination by notifying International Wine Center at least 15 Business Days before the date you plan to take the exam.

Examination Schedule
Upcoming exam dates for Home Study or Make-up exams. Please call to confirm your participation at least 15 Business Days prior to the exam date:

Intermediate Certificate Exams
June 16, 2008, 6:00 PM at International Wine Center
July 10, 2008, 6:00 PM at International Wine Center
August 6, 2008, 6:00 PM at International Wine Center
August 19, 2008 6:00 PM at International Wine Center
August, 22, 2008, 4:00 PM at International Wine Center
August 25, 2008, 6:00 PM Spanish Exam Only at International Wine Center
Advanced Certificate Exams
June 23, 2008, 6:00 PM at International Wine Center
August 26, 2008, 6:00 PM at International Wine Center
August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM at International Wine Center
September 3, 2008, 6:00 PM at International Wine Center
January 15, 2009, 6:00 PM at International Wine Center

Teaching Assistant Program
Opportunities are available for selected individuals to work with and learn from our instructors by serving as teaching assistants in our Intermediate Certificate classes. Teaching assistants help set up, pour wines and clean up. Teaching assistants receive a discounted course rate. These positions, limited in number, are generally filled three months in advance of the course. Admission is on a rolling basis. Selection of teaching assistants is at the discretion of the Director of Operations. An interview is required. For more information, call 212.239.3055 between 2:00 and 5:00 p.m., or email info@internationalwinecenter.com

Course Descriptions

Intermediate Certificate - Spanish Language
IC 308 - Starts June 30, 2008
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour multiple choice examination on the ninth session. The instruction, course materials and exam are all in Spanish. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.
Schedule: Mondays, June 30 through August 25, 2008. Classes meet 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $768.00, includes all courses materials, exam and wines. There is also a $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx.
Exam: 6:00 to 7:00 PM, Monday, August 25, 2008, same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on the scheduled date you can withdraw from the exam without penalty by August 4, 2008 - please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After the August 4 deadline we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Availability: Open for registration.

Professional Beer Tasting & Styles Course
BC 108 Saturday Brew - Starts May 17, 2008
This course provides a solid foundation of beer knowledge with a special emphasis on beer styles and tasting. Students will learn about the origin and nature of beer, the beer-making process, tasting methods and cover the following styles: classic lagers; European ales; and new American classics. The class will also discuss service and storage of beer, pairing beer and food and will conclude with a brewery tour. Each class includes a tasting.
Schedule: Classes meet 10 a.m. to Noon, Saturdays, May 17 through June 28, 2008. No class Memorial Day weekend -- Saturday, May 24.

Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201.
Registration: $765.00, includes all courses materials, beer and brewery tour.
Exam:
Availability: Open for registration

Intermediate Certificate
IC 1108 - Starts June 4, 2008
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour multiple choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.
Schedule: Wednesdays, June 4 through July 30. Classes meet 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201
Registration: $768.00, includes all courses materials, exam and wines. There is also a $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx.
Exam: 6:00 to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on August 6th, you can withdraw from the exam without penalty by July 16, 2008; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After July 16 we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
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Intermediate Certificate
IC 1708 - Starts June 24, 2008
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour multiple choice examination on the ninth session. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.
Schedule: Tuesdays, June 24 through August 19. Classes meet 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201
Registration: $768.00, includes all courses materials, exam and wines. There is also a $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx.
Exam: 6:00 AND 7:00 PM, Wednesday, August 19, 2008 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on August 19th, you can withdraw from the exam without penalty by July 22, 2008; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After July 22 we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Availability: Open for registration

Intermediate Certificate
IC 1208 Total Immersion - Starts August 20, 2008
Class is appropriate for students who have a serious interest in wine, and those who wish to broaden their knowledge. Intermediate Certificate covers the wines and spirits of the world in eight two-hour sessions, followed by a one-hour multiple choice examination on the ninth session. In the Total Immersion class, the eight sessions are covered in three, all-day classes. Wine tasting is a part of every class. Successful candidates receive the WSET Intermediate Certificate.
Schedule: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM Wednesday, August 20 through Friday, August 22, 2008
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Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201
Registration: $768.00, includes all courses materials, exam and wines. There is also a $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx.
Exam: 4:00 to 5:00 PM, Friday, August 22, 2008, at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on August 22, you can withdraw from the exam without penalty by Friday, August 1; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After August 1, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $110.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Availability: Open

Advanced Certificate
AC 708 Summer School Fast Track - Starts June 30, 2008
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four short-answer questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.
Schedule: 6:00 to 8:30 PM Mondays and Wednesdays, June 30 through August 18th, 2008.
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Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201
Registration: $1,388.00, includes all courses materials, exam and wines. There is also a $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx.
Exam: 6:00 to 8:30 PM Wednesday, Sept. 3. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on Sept. 3, you can withdraw from the exam without penalty by August 13, 2008; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After August 13, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Availability: Open for registration.

Advanced Certificate
AC 608 Total Immersion - Starts August 25, 2008
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four short-answer questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.
Schedule: 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM Monday, August 25 through Friday, August 29, 2008.
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Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201
Registration: $1,388.00, includes all courses materials, exam and wines. There is also a $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx.
Exam: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM Saturday, August 30, 2008 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on August 30, you can withdraw from the exam without penalty by August 8, 2008; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After August 8, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Availability: Open for registration

Advanced Certificate
AC 808 - Starts September 4, 2008
Coverage of wines and spirits of the world in considerable depth over 15 sessions. The Advanced Certificate is appropriate for those who have gone through the Intermediate Certificate level and have a good foundation of wine knowledge. It is a pre-requisite for the Diploma Course. The examination for the Advanced Certificate includes 50 multiple-choice questions, four short-answer questions and a blind tasting of one wine. Successful candidates receive the WSET Advanced Certificate.
Schedule: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Thursdays, September 4th through December 18th, 2008.
Schedule
Location: 350 7th Ave (b/w 29th and 30th St), Suite 1201
Registration: $1,388.00, includes all courses materials, exam and wines. There is also a $10.00 registration fee and a $10.00 charge for shipping materials via FedEx.
Exam: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM Thursday, January 15th, 2009 at the same location as class. If for some reason you are unable to sit the exam on January 15th, you can withdraw from the exam without penalty by December 17th, 2008; please call or email the Center and we will be happy to assist you. After December 17th, we will have ordered the examinations and there will be a $198.00 fee to re-schedule your exam.
Availability: Open for registration.