On-Campus Courses
The Sommeliers Academy offers immersive classroom training at our campus facilities located in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Harare.
Here, you’ll enjoy hands-on learning, expert guidance and practical experiences to fast-track your wine journey.
The course links below will take you directly to the Sommeliers Academy On-Campus website where you can enroll.
Wine Courses
Each of our wine courses can be taken independently, or as part of the Sommelier Pathway.
Every level teaches appropriate knowledge for each service module.
SA Wine Level I
A one-day immersive course covering winemaking principles and more, with a career-enhancing exam at the end.
SA & International Wine Level II
Two days of wine in a global context and an exam to prepare for the SASA Junior Sommelier theoretical exam.
Wine Service Courses
We design our courses as separate modules around a clear career progression path with certification at each new step.
This allows students to accomplish their goals and become the best they can be.
From beginner to experienced sommelier, reach a higher level of recognised qualification with each examination passed.
Wine Steward
Kickstart your career in wine service with the Wine Steward Certificate program,
Wine Ambassador
Level up your wine service skills with intensive training over two days, ending with an exam.
Junior Sommelier
Prepare for SASA Junior Sommelier Certification with three days training and one exam day.
Beverage Service Courses
A Sommelier should have a broad knowledge of all beverages from all corners of the world.
Expand your product and service knowledge beyond just wine.
Be the best you can be and exceed your guest’s expectations.
Beer Ambassador
A full-day workshop foundational beer knowledge and enhancing sales and service skills.
Wine Advisor
For motivated wine retail professionals, covering wine knowledge and customer service.