Winery Assistant Certificate
Campus
- Penticton
Legend:
- Full program offered
- Partial program offered
Credential
Certificate
Delivery options
Part-Time
Tuition and fees
2024-25: $4,585.84
- plus applicable textbooks and/or materials
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
Program details
The 308-hour Winery Assistant Certificate program provides students with the knowledge and practical skills to work alongside master winemakers. Similarities and differences between wine, cider, beer and spirits will be explored throughout the program with an emphasis on winemaking. The program includes a focus on scientific principles of production, influences on product quality, industry terminology, equipment operation and maintenance, harvest and crush, sanitation and safety, sensory evaluation, and marketing and sales. Students will also gain real-world experience through field trips and a practicum.
| Campus | Start date | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Penticton | Jan. 01, 2025 | On Campus. Jan to Jun. Wed 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. & Sat 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Includes practicum. Part-time |
| Penticton | Face-to-Face. Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm Saturdays 9:00am-3:30pm. Part-time |
Admission requirements
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B.C. secondary school graduation, or equivalent, or 19 years of age and out of secondary school for at least one year as of the first day of classes.
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English 12 with minimum 60% or .
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19 years or older at the time of admission to the program.
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Foodsafe Level 1 Certificate
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Serving it Right Certificate
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