How does WSET Level 3 in-person WSET course work?Updated 9 days ago

1. Enrolling in Course: You'll receive a purchase confirmation email within minutes of enrolling in an in-person course.

2. Course Access: Within 30 minutes of enrolling, you'll get an email titled 'Great Choice!...
   ' with a link to online pre-course study materials. Note: No wine kit is sent for in-person courses

3. Study Materials and Shipping: Students receive immediate access to eBook within the online course at learn.napavalleywineacademy.com (purchases after 6/24/2025). You may also purchase a hardcopy book as an add-on upon check out or contact [email protected]. 

4. Suggested Pre-Study Time: Level 3 is about 50 hours of self-study using the online pre-course and book

5. What to Bring to In-Person Class:  On the day of your in-person class, come prepared with:

• Your study materials (if applicable)
• A valid ID (for exam verification)
• Notebook & pencils for notes and the exam
• Lunch is not included at all locations, please refer to he “Great Choice!” email for details
• Questions! Your instructor is here to help.
  
  

1. Taking the Exam:  The official WSET exam is at the end of your in-person course. Exam date/time reminders will be sent. If you enrolled within 10 days contact [email protected] to schedule your exam.

2. Exam Grading and Results: Your exam is sent to WSET London for grading. Once results are in, you’ll receive an email from [email protected] within 3-50 days, depending on your course level

FAQs:

• How is WSET Bootcamp different from in-person class?
  • All teaching in an in-person class happens in a class room vs. Bootcamp includes field trips to wineries, vineyards, cooperage etc. Please, review our website for further details on Bootcamps.
    
    
• How is WSET online course different from in-person course?
  
  • Key differences:
    • Online course includes more independent study and less interactive teaching with an instructor as the instruction happens over webinars.
    • Online course is valid for 12 months with flexibility to register for an exam within a year for the course start date vs. in-person courses have a fixed exam date at the end of the course. WSET L1-2 exams can be taken online if taking an online course vs. in-person courses have in-person exams.
    • Online course wine kits have a limited number of wines to taste vs. in-person courses include a wider variety of wines that are tasted together with the instructor.
      
      
  • Similarities:
    • WSET recommended study hours are the same, regardless of the course format.
    • Books are the same in online and in-person courses.
      
      
• Can I skip levels and start from WSET Level 3 if I have prior knowledge?
  • Yes, especially if you have industry experience or previous wine education, you might consider starting at a higher level. Please, review the Course Specification to determine the right level for you.
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