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How long does it take to complete WSET Courses?Updated a month ago

⏰ How long is WSET Level 1 Course?

  • Recommended study hours: 10-12 hours
  • Instructor-led Online Course: 4 weeks but you get 12 months access to the course and exam registration
  • On-Demand Course: Self-paced and you get 12 months access to the course and exam registration
  • In-Person Course: 1 Day in-person course with exam and online prep-course, 4-6 hours
  • What is realistic completion time? 
    • 1-4 weeks 

How long is WSET Level 2 Course?

  • Recommended study hours: 28 hours
  • Instructor-led Online Course: 5 weeks but you get 12 months access to the course and exam registration
  • On-Demand Course: Self-paced and you get 12 months access to the course and exam registration
  • In-Person Course: 2-Day In-Person Course with exam and online prep-course 11 hours
  • What is realistic completion time? 
    • 4-8 weeks 

How long is WSET Level 3 Course?

  • Recommended study hours: >84 hours
  • Instructor-led Online Course: 10 weeks but you get 12 months access to the course and exam registration
  • In-Person Course: 5-Day In-Person Course + 1 day exam and online prep-course >50 hours
  • Bootcamp Course: 7-day In-Person Course  + 1 day exam and online prep-course >50 hours
  • What is realistic completion time? 
    • 3-6 months

How long is WSET Level 4 Diploma?

  • Typically 2-3 years

What is a realistic timeline for completing WSET Levels 1-3?

  • It depends on your previous knowledge and available time for studying but we have had students completing all three levels within 12 months


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