WSET introduced digital certificates and badges for WSET Level 1 and 2 for exams taken after November 15th, 2024 and WSET Level 3 and 4 certificates for exams taken after August 17th, 2025. Digital certificates and badges bring you a huge range of be

<div itemprop="text" id="isPasted"><p>WSET introduced digital certificates and badges for WSET Level 1 and 2 for exams taken after November 15th, 2024 and WSET Level 3 and 4 certificates for exams taken after August 17th, 2025.</p><p>Digital certificates and badges bring you a huge range of benefits, including the following:</p><ul><li>You will receive your certificates much faster via email than by post</li><li>You will also be able to share their results more easily on social media, with employers, and will be able to print your own certificate</li><li>Digital certificates are secure and easily verifiable online</li><li>Digital certificates are better for the environment and more sustainable in the long-term</li></ul><div data-block="true" data-editor="9h5j1" data-offset-key="f8dd3-0-0" id="isPasted"><h2 data-offset-key="f8dd3-0-0" id="below-are-the-simple-steps-to-access-your-digital-certificate">Below are the simple steps to access your digital certificate.</h2></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="9h5j1" data-offset-key="c7m0h-0-0"><div data-offset-key="c7m0h-0-0"><br></div><p>1. Register an account with WSET and validate your email:&#xA0;<a data-fr-linked="true" href="https://www.wsetglobal.com/registration/" id="isPasted">https://www.wsetglobal.com/registration/</a></p><p>2. Claim and view your credential via link sent with your Results email from NVWA</p><p>3. Finish setting up your Accredible account</p><div data-block="true" data-editor="9h5j1" data-offset-key="ei8jp-0-0" id="isPasted"><div data-offset-key="ei8jp-0-0"><span data-offset-key="ei8jp-0-0"><span data-text="true">&#x2022; &#xA0; &#xA0;Go to&#xA0;</span></span><a href="https://v2.eu.accounts.accredible.com/login" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style=" text-decoration: none !important;"><span data-offset-key="ei8jp-1-0"><span data-text="true">https://v2.eu.accounts.accredible.com/login</span></span></a> <span data-offset-key="ei8jp-2-0"><span data-text="true">(candidate must access via EU version website)</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="9h5j1" data-offset-key="5vvvf-0-0"><div data-offset-key="5vvvf-0-0"><span data-offset-key="5vvvf-0-0"><span data-text="true">&#x2022; &#xA0; &#xA0;Select &#x2018;sign in&#x2019;, then &#x2018;forgot password&#x2019; and finally &#x2018;request link&#x2019;. &#xA0;</span></span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="9h5j1" data-offset-key="csidr-0-0"><div data-offset-key="csidr-0-0"><span data-offset-key="csidr-0-0"><span data-text="true">&#x2022; &#xA0; &#xA0;Accredible will send a link to set a password and access the account</span></span></div></div><p>4. Enjoy your Digital Certificate and Badge and all the Accredible features</p></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="9h5j1" data-offset-key="7et22-0-0"><div data-offset-key="7et22-0-0"><br></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="9h5j1" data-offset-key="7gbqi-0-0"><br></div><h2 id="faqs-and-troubleshooting">FAQS and Troubleshooting</h2><ul><li><strong>What if I can&#x2019;t access the certificate?</strong><ul><li>Have you registered on the WSET site? <strong>This is a necessary step</strong> before the certificate is released.</li><li>Please go to https://www.wsetglobal.com/registration/to register an account. After you have completed the registration and activated your account, you will receive your certificate in a separate email.</li><li>Are you trying to use the one-time link again? The link you initially received is for you to view your credential, not for accessing your account.</li><li>Go to https://v2.eu.accounts.accredible.com/login</li><li>Select &#x2018;sign in&#x2019;, then &#x2018;forgot password&#x2019; and finally &#x2018;request link&#x2019;.</li><li>Accredible will send you a link to set a password and access your account</li><li>Find more login support in <a href="https://help.accredible.com/s/article/logging-in-to-accredible-as-a-recipient?language=en_US" title style=" text-decoration: none;">this link</a> and WSET&apos;s Troubleshooting guide&#xA0;</li><li><div class="fr-deletable gorgias-file-attachment__wrapper" contenteditable="false"><div><i class="material-icons">attach_file</i> <a class="gorgias-file-attachment__anchor-name" href="https://attachments.gorgias.help/eynJd7Oq5Ly69ERo/hc/JWE4j73NzK2ZlV9b/2025070816-1afd128f-8e4c-4b32-b0aa-adf1a93000d5-wset%20digital%20certificates%20-%20student%20guidance%20and%20troubleshooting.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">WSET Digital Certificates - Student Guidance and Troubleshooting.pdf</a> <span class="gorgias-file-attachment__span-size">491.1KB</span></div><i class="material-icons gorgias-file-attachment__close-icon">close</i></div></li></ul></li><li><strong>What if I need my name is incorrect?&#xA0;</strong>If your name is incorrect, please contact WSET Global directly <a href="mailto:customerservice@wsetglobal.com" style=" text-decoration: none;">customerservice@wsetglobal.com</a>. If your legal name has changed since getting the certificate, you can order a new digital certificate with your updated name at&#xA0;<a href="https://shop.wsetglobal.com/collections/replacement-certificates?dm_i=5G5C,16XK0,5FGWMO,4VXZV,1" title style=" text-decoration: none;">WSET Global&#x2019;s online store</a>.<br><br></li><li><strong>How can certificates be verified by employers?</strong> Employers can verify the authenticity of the certificate through a link to the certificate provided by the candidate or via a digital badge. Once the link or badge has been clicked, the employer can verify the certificate by clicking on the &#x2018;verify credential&#x2019; button. If a candidate has provided a printed digital certificate, the employer can use the QR code printed on the certificate to be taken to the certificate verification.&#xA0;<a href="https://help.accredible.com/s/article/how-to-verify-a-credential?language=en_US" style=" text-decoration: none;">Click</a> for more information.<br><br></li><li><strong>Who are Accredible?</strong> They are a world leading digital certificate platform provider, and our partners for digital certificate delivery.&#xA0;<a href="https://www.accredible.com/about" style=" text-decoration: none;">Click</a> for more information about Accredible. &#xA0;<br><br></li><li><strong>What are digital badges?</strong> Digital badges accompany all digital certificates. They can be embedded into email signatures and once clicked they will enable direct access to a candidate&#x2019;s digital certificate. You can find link to access the badge below your digital certificate at the bottom menu.<br><br></li><li><strong>Can digital certificates be shared on social media?&#xA0;</strong>Yes, you can share digital certificates on social media using the menu below your digital certificate.&#xA0;<a href="https://help.accredible.com/s/article/how-to-share-your-credential?language=en_US" style=" text-decoration: none;">Click</a> here for more information.<br><br></li><li><strong>Are digital certificates secure?</strong> Yes. Unlike easily-editable print or PDF certificates, digital certificates are more secure.&#xA0;<a href="https://help.accredible.com/s/article/accredible-operations-and-security?language=en_US" style=" text-decoration: none;">Click&#xA0;</a>for more information about how Accredible ensures that data is securely protected.<br><br></li><li><strong>Can I still get physical pins/badges?</strong> As part of the switch to digital certificates, physical pins are switched to digital badges for all WSET Level 1-2 certifications but you may order a physical pin for courses taken with NVWA by contacting support@napavalleywineacademy.com. WSET Levels 3-4 have paper copy certificates and physical pins until August 1st, 2025. If you have taken the course/exam with another provider, you can purchase a physical pin on&#xA0;<a href="https://shop.wsetglobal.com/collections/replacement-certificates?dm_i=5G5C,16XK0,5FGWMO,4VXZV,1" title style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted">WSET Global&#x2019;s online store</a>.<br><br></li><li><strong>How can I get my digital certificate printed?</strong> You can download a high quality pdf from the bottom menu below your digital certificate by selecting More / Download Print Quality PDF and get it printed out at professional printing services company such as Staples.<br><br></li><li><strong>I noticed that Accredible is a US based company. Will personal data be stored on US or EU servers?</strong> We have agreed with Accredible that personal data will be stored on their EU servers.</li></ul><p><br></p></div>

Digital Certificates and Badges

WSET introduced digital certificates and badges for WSET Level 1 and 2 for exams taken after November 15th, 2024. Digital certificates and badges bring you a huge range of benefits, including the following:. If you have taken your WSET course and exa

<p id="isPasted">WSET introduced digital certificates and badges for WSET Level 1 and 2 for exams taken <strong>after November 15th, 2024</strong>. Digital certificates and badges bring you a huge range of benefits, including the following:</p><ul><li>You will receive your certificates much faster via email than by post</li><li>You will also be able to share their results more easily on social media, with employers, and will be able to print your own certificate</li><li>Digital certificates are secure and easily verifiable online</li><li>Digital certificates are better for the environment and more sustainable in the long-term</li></ul><h2 id="do-you-prefer-a-physical-pin">Do you prefer a physical pin?</h2><p>If you have taken your WSET course and exam <strong>with NVWA</strong> and passed the exam, you may request to purchase a pin from NVWA for $25. Please send an email to <a href="mailto:support@napavalleywineacademy.com"><strong>support@napavalleywineacademy.com</strong></a> and provide the following details</p><ul><li>Students first name and last name</li><li>Student&apos;s email address used for the exam</li><li>Student&apos;s shipping address</li><li>WSET Exam date (approximate)</li><li>WSET pin you would like to order</li></ul><p>We will confirm the student has taken the course with NVWA and passed the exam, and send an email with a link to payment within about 24 hours during Monday-Friday. Unfortunately we are not able to offer pins to students who haven&apos;t taken the certification with NVWA or to ship outside of the US.</p>

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WSET introduced digital certificates and badges for WSET Level 1 and 2, starting from exams taken after November 15th, 2024. WSET Level 1 and 2 certificates and badges bring you a huge range of benefits, including the following:. If you have lost you

<div itemprop="text" id="isPasted"><h2 id="how-can-i-get-a-certificate-replacement">How can I get a certificate replacement?</h2><p id="isPasted">WSET introduced digital certificates and badges for WSET Level 1 and 2, starting from exams taken <strong>after November 15th, 2024</strong>. WSET Level 1 and 2 certificates and badges bring you a huge range of benefits, including the following:</p><ul><li>Certificates are received much faster via email than by post</li><li>Share results more easily on social media, with employers, and be able to print your own certificate</li><li>Digital certificates are secure and easily verifiable online</li><li>Digital certificates are better for the environment and more sustainable in the long-term</li></ul><p>If you have lost your certificate and it was originally issued as a physical certificate before November 15th, 2024, you may order a digital certificate replacement (which is downloadable and printable) directly from <a href="https://shop.wsetglobal.com/collections/replacement-certificates?dm_i=5G5C,16XK0,5FGWMO,4VXZV,1" title style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted" class="fr-strong">WSET Global&#x2019;s Online Store</a> and by paying a small administrative fee.</p><p>If your digital certificate was issued after November 15th, 2024, but you can&apos;t access the certificate, please contact WSET Global directly by email <a data-fr-linked="true" href="mailto:customerservice@wsetglobal.com" class="fr-strong">customerservice@wsetglobal.com</a>.&#xA0;</p><p>After completing a WSET Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, you&#x2019;ll receive a physical certificate and a pin in the mail. If you ever lose your lapel pin or certificate, don&#x2019;t worry! You can easily request a replacement on <a href="https://shop.wsetglobal.com/collections/replacement-certificates?dm_i=5G5C,16XK0,5FGWMO,4VXZV,1" title style=" text-decoration: none;" id="isPasted" class="fr-strong">WSET Global&#x2019;s Online Store</a> and by paying a small administrative fee.</p><p>As of August 17th, 2025, WSET has transitioned to digital certificates and badges for Levels 3 and 4. It is no longer possible to request physical paper certificates but you may purchase a physical Pin from NVWA by contacting <a href="mailto:support@napavalleywineacademy.com"><strong>support@napavalleywineacademy.com</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p></div>

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