Student Experience

What to Expect

Algonquin College is proud to provide a diverse and dynamic student experience. Check out the highlights below to get a sense of what to expect as a student in the Sommelier program.

Success Stories and Testimonials

“The hands-on experience is really great. After graduation, it’s what I found most useful. We tried between 1,100 to 1,200 wines throughout the entire program.”
– Kayla, Graduate

Work-Integrated Learning

Students taste a variety of over 1,100 wines to increase their ability to recognize distinctive aromas and flavours associated with various wine regions, all in our modern Sommelier lab.

You’ll also experience the pairing of excellent wines with gourmet food prepared on-site at Restaurant International, Algonquin College’s own fine-dining training restaurant.

Earn certifications! You’ll receive certification from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust for the Level 2 Award in Wines, and the Level 2 Award in Spirits upon graduation. Graduates also receive the prestigious Algonquin College Sommelier Pin as a symbol of achievement.