Trade Certified
Professional Wine Training
Empower your team with professional wine education built for the hospitality industry. Our online certification programs are trusted by restaurants, wineries, and hotels nationwide—no instructor required.
Online Sommelier Credentials
Offer Your Staff Online Training and Certifications
L1
Wine Basics
The Level One Sommelier Course from the National Wine School is a foundational online program that introduces students to core wine knowledge, including tasting technique, varietal identification, and wine service. Designed for beginners and professionals alike, it offers self-paced learning with interactive lessons, high-quality videos, and certification.
L2
Foundations
The Level Two Sommelier Course builds a strong framework in wine theory and tasting. This course combines structured blind tasting techniques with in-depth study of winemaking and culture, making it ideal for hospitality and winery professionals. The L1 course is required to earn this wine credential.
L3
Intermediate
The Level Three Sommelier Cours provides an in-depth exploration of the world’s major wine regions. This program emphasizes understanding culture through the lens of wine, delving into the history, geography, and terroir. Upon successful completion of this course, students earn the title of “Sommelier” and receive the official sommelier pin.
Wine Education Programs for Restaurants, Wineries, and Hospitality Businesses
Bring world-class wine education directly to your team with our fully online certification programs—no instructor required. Designed specifically for restaurants, hotels, and wineries, these programs provide comprehensive wine and sommelier training that integrates easily into your current staff development efforts.
Hundreds of businesses nationwide have trusted our industry-recognized courses for over a decade. Each program delivered through a modern online platform includes engaging readings, interactive lessons, and high-quality video content. All coursework meets academic and compliance standards, including SCORM, ACAP, ANSI, and ADA. Optional sommelier certification is available for all programs.
Whether you’re training front-of-house staff, beverage managers, or cellar workers, our programs elevate wine knowledge while supporting your business goals. Discounts are available for bulk enrollment, starting at just five seats. Larger orders receive deeper price reductions. You maintain full control over participant enrollment and progress as the program administrator.
Choose from our foundational Level One course or the more advanced Core Wine Program. Both are designed to help your team succeed professionally and confidently.
