Letter of Proficiency
Wine Tasting Ability (WTA) BC Canada Level One – The Fundamentals of Wine Tasting
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Wine Tasting Ability (WTA) BC Canada Level One develops foundational knowledge and skills in wine and wine tasting. It is the first level of a newly proposed 3-level WTA BC Canada program being developed through a unique UBC and University of Bordeaux collaboration. In WTA BC Canada Level One, learners develop foundational knowledge and skills in wine and wine tasting.
Specific course topics include:
- Wine tasting principles and the different steps to taste a wine
- Introduction to the main vine varietals and their characteristics
- The vocabulary of wine tasting
- Introduction to wine making principles and the different types of wines
- Major wine regions of France and wine regions of BC
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WTA BC Canada Level One is designed for participants over 19 years of age from all backgrounds who have some familiarity with the world of wine, and who work or expect to work in the wine and hospitality industry.
It is also suitable for wine enthusiasts (both consumers and collectors) with a solid knowledge base about wine from the wider community and those visiting British Columbia. The course is also geared towards higher education students interested in the world of wine and want to supplement for-credit study with opportunities to develop complementary knowledge and capabilities.
Delivery Mode:
In-Person
Structure:
This 1 Day, 8-hour micro-credential is structured around:
- Presentations, tastings, one-to-one interactive activities and group discussion
- 1 hour luncheon
- Multiple-choice test (there is no re-sit option for the test)
The course will be delivered in person. There is no re-sit option for the test. Learners get a trainee booklet at the beginning of the program. Learners must be present for all the activities, complete all tasks, and pass the test with a minimum score of 50% to be awarded certification.
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, learners are awarded a Letter of Proficiency (a non-credit credential) jointly by UBC Okanagan and the University of Bordeaux.
The credential is provided in paper format. Learners will also receive a verifiable digital badge (which has descriptive metadata about the learning achievement) for sharing through digital channels.