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title: Clarification on Core Certification Labeling
description: "The term “Core” on your Level 3 certificate refers to the successful completion of both **Level 2 and Level 3** courses. At the National Wine School, the combination of L2 and L3 is collectively known as the **Core Certification**. This…"
url: "https://wineschool.us/help/clarification-on-core-certification-labeling/"
updated: "2025-07-21"
category: Current Online Students / Certifications and Credentials
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# Clarification on Core Certification Labeling

The term “Core” on your Level 3 certificate refers to the successful completion of both **Level 2 and Level 3** courses. At the National Wine School, the combination of L2 and L3 is collectively known as the **Core Certification**. This label does not refer to Level 1.

If you've received certificates for both levels and one is labeled “Core,” it simply means you’ve passed the full core program.