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.

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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

Core

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 Course 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 Certification for Restaurants, Hotels, and Beverage Professionals


Nationally Recognized. Fully Online. Built for the Trade.

Our online wine certification programs are trusted by top restaurants, hotel groups, and wineries across the U.S. Designed for real-world service teams, these programs are practical, flexible, and results-driven.

What You Get

When you enroll your staff, you’re getting more than just a course—you’re investing in a complete training solution:

  • Nationally Recognized Certifications from the National Wine School
  • Fully Online Programs (Levels One, Two, and Three)
  • Self-Paced Coursework with interactive lessons and quizzes
  • Final Exams and Grading handled entirely by our team
  • Compliance Standards including SCORM, ACAP, ANSI, and ADA
  • Group Dashboard to manage, add, or reassign staff at any time
  • Volume Discounts—the more seats you buy, the more you save
  • Dedicated Support for your group leader (included free)

Why Choose Us

Hospitality teams need more than textbook knowledge—they need real-world wine smarts. That’s why our programs are built around service-oriented education. From understanding a wine list to confidently making recommendations, your team will walk away with skills they can use immediately.

We manage the teaching and certification so you can focus on running your business. No instructors required. No grading. No paperwork. Just professional results.

Flexible Enrollment

You can enroll 2 to 100+ staff members at once. Your group leader will receive a login to manage your team. Seats can be reassigned as needed, making it ideal for businesses with seasonal or rotating staff.

Start Training Your Team Today

Getting started is simple:

  1. Choose how many seats you need
  2. Enroll your team
  3. Watch your staff grow into wine professionals

Ready to take the next step?

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