Introduction: Navigating the process of canceling or transferring your Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) examination date is crucial for candidates. This article provides clear guidelines on how to handle such situations effectively.
1. Notification of Cancellation/Transfer:
- Requirement: You must notify the Exam Officer if you cannot take the WSET Certificate examination on the scheduled date. Contact them via email at [email protected].
2. Cancellation and Transfer Policies:
A. Over 30 Days Notice:
- Applicable Levels: WSET Level 1, 2, or 3 exams.
- Rescheduling Fee: A $50 fee is required to transfer the exam date.
B. Less Than 30 Days Notice:
- Rescheduling Fees:
- WSET Level 1 or 2 Exam: $200.00 reorder fee.
- WSET Level 3 Wine Exam: $250.00 reorder fee.
3. Re-sit Policies for Failed Exams:
- Eligibility: If you do not pass your exam on the first attempt, you are eligible to re-sit the exam.
- Re-sit Fees:
- WSET Level 1 or 2 Exam: $200.
- WSET Level 3 Exam (Tasting only): $100.
- WSET Level 3 Exam (Theory only): $150.
- WSET Level 3 Exam (Theory + Tasting): $250.
Conclusion: Understanding these policies helps ensure that you can manage your WSET exam schedule effectively, whether you need to cancel, transfer, or re-sit an exam. Make sure to provide timely notification to the Exam Officer to minimize additional costs and rearrange your examination schedule as needed.
FAQs:
- What should I do if I know I can’t attend my scheduled exam?
- Notify the Exam Officer as soon as possible at [email protected] and follow the guidelines based on the notice period.
- Is the rescheduling fee the same for all levels of the WSET exam?
- No, the rescheduling fee varies. It’s $50 for over 30 days’ notice, and for less than 30 days, it’s $200 for Levels 1 and 2, and $250 for Level 3.
- Can I re-sit my exam if I don’t pass on the first try?
- Yes, you can re-sit the exam. There are specific fees depending on the level and sections of the exam you need to re-take.