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Level 4 · 500 h

AWS Level 4 in Wines – Certified Wine Educator™

Our highest wine award — for those who teach, lead and mentor others in wine.

From $1,995
Prices per person. Group rate: 10% off online courses for 5 or more.
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AWS Level 4 in Wines – Certified Wine Educator™
LUXlife 2026
Best Luxury Beverage Education Provider
UK CPD
Accredited certificates
20+ years
Teaching wine & spirits
15,000+
Certified students
Upcoming classes

Join a class near you.

Wed 11 Nov 2026 · 9am–5pm
Wed 11 Nov 2026, end of class
Grand Cayman
Seven Mile Beach · venue confirmed 7 Nov
Classroom
By invitation
Trade seats sponsored by the Wine Institute
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November 11, 2026

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Booking a class means you agree to our terms & conditions — full refund 14+ days before the class (less a 25 admin fee), free transfer 7–13 days before, and you can always send a colleague in your place.

At a glance
Duration
Online only: 500 hrs self-study + 24 hrs Zoom with an educator
Formats
Online
Classroom
Online only
Online self-study
$1,995
Online: time to study & sit the exam
12 months from enrolment to study and sit the exam
Exam
Several exams and blind tastings, as set out in the course · pass mark 70%
Samples tasted in class
100+
Before you start
Recommended: AWS Level 3 in Wines – Certified Sommelier™
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The course

What you’ll learn.

  • Adult education principles and teaching methods
  • Curriculum design and delivery tools for wine education
  • Deep dive into global wine styles, regions and trends
  • Advanced sensory evaluation and comparative tasting techniques
  • Examination administration and marking procedures
  • Communication, classroom management and mentorship skills
Who it’s for
Experienced sommeliers, AWS Level 3+ graduates, beverage programme leaders, trainers and hospitality professionals looking to teach or certify others in wine education.
What’s included
  • 500 hours of online self-study plus 24 hours of live Zoom sessions with an educator
  • Digital course materials, the AWS online quiz platform and online resources
  • 100+ wines to taste · suggested tasting list for every unit
  • Several exams and blind tastings · pass mark 70%
  • Verified digital AWS certificate and badge, with lifetime access
  • 12 months online access to study and sit the exam
Languages
Online self-study: English, Spanish or German
How it works

From booking to certificate.

1
Book & pay

Choose online or a class date and book securely.

2
Get your welcome

Online: your student login arrives by email. Classroom: venue or Zoom details.

3
Learn & taste

Study with videos, the AWS workbook, practice quizzes and real tastings.

4
Sit the exam

At the end of class, or online whenever you’re ready within your access period.

5
Get certified

Your accredited digital certificate within 5 working days — verifiable online.

Booking for five or more?

Save 10% when five or more people book together — perfect for teams, friends and colleagues.

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Included with every course

Everything you need to pass with confidence.

Accredited certificate

Pass the exam and receive your AWS certificate, accredited by the UK CPD Certification Service, with your own certificate number you can verify online.

Course materials

Online course materials, the AWS quiz platform and practice exams, and online resources to keep.

AWS printed workbook

Included in every classroom course. Studying online? Add the printed workbook for US$50 plus shipping.

Group rate

Booking five or more people? Save 10% on the group. Discounts apply to online courses.

For hotels, resorts & restaurants

Training a whole team?

We bring this course to your venue, or run it live on Zoom, built around your wine list and your guests.

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