Course Outline

This is an introductory course in beer education designed for beer enthusiasts interested in furthering their beer knowledge and interest in beer. The focus will be on brewing ingredients & processes, ,beer tasting concepts, pouring & serving beer, draught beer system basics, beer and food pairings. Please note that Level 1 is a pre-requisite for Level 2.
Program Highlights:
  1. Foundations of Beer Knowledge – Explore the history of beer, brewing processes, and key ingredients that define different styles.
  2. Tasting and Sensory Skills – Learn how to identify flavors, aromas, and textures to enhance your beer-tasting experience.
  3. Beer and Food Pairing Basics – Discover how to pair beer with food for a balanced and memorable dining experience.
  4. Serving with Confidence – Master proper pouring techniques, glassware selection, and draft system basics to serve beer like a pro.​
Learning Outcomes:
  1. ​Demonstrate a clear understanding of brewing ingredients
  2.  Illustrate a basic knowledge of brewing
  3. Integrate ingredient characteristics and beer flavours into the concepts of beer and food pairing
  4. Recognize the need for quality draught beer​
Course Content:
  1. Brewing Ingredients
  2. Brewing Process
  3. Beer Tasting & Sensory Evaluation
  4. Beer Styles & Beer Categorization
  5. Beer History
  6. Glassware Basics and Culture
  7. Glassware Handling
  8. Draught Beer Basics
  9. Pouring & Serving Beer
  10. Beer & Food​
Career Opportunities:
  1. Beer Server or Bartender
  2. Retail Beer Specialist 
  3. Hospitality Professional 
  4. Brand Ambassador 
  5. Event Host or Educator​
​​Cost: $345 (In-Class) | $295 (Online)
Duration: Classroom sessions are 3 hours per class once a week for 4 weeks. Online is self-directed learning with 30-day access to the online beer education modules.

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