Grow your wine, cider and spirits knowledge with industry experts.
The Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) at Brock University is the Canadian authority in skills-based professional and continuing studies for grape, wine, cider, and spirits. Register for online or in-person programs to learn more and develop your skills as a professional within the industry or an enthusiast.
CCOVI is an accredited program provider for Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET®) certifications. WSET® is the most respected and internationally transferable certification available.
CCOVI is also an education partner with the Cider Institute of North America (CINA). CINA provides training for all stages of a career in cider and perry production.
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| Code | Program Name | Credential Earned | OSAP Eligible | Program information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COOL 9N505 | Cider and Perry Production: A Foundation - In-Person only | Course | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N501 | Foundations in Winemaking | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N504 | Foundations in Viticulture | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N503 | Certification in Ontario Wines | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N551 | WSET Level 2 Award in Wines | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N552 | WSET Level 3 Award in Wines - Online | Micro-credential | INP: No, SYN: Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N553 | WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits - Online | Micro-credential | No | Learn more |
| COOL 9N554 | WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits - Online | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N555 | WSET Level 1 Award in Wines | Micro-credential | No | Learn more |
| COOL 9N560 | Practical Social Media Marketing Strategies for Wineries and Cideries | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N561 | Cider Tasting: Varieties, Styles, and Regions | Workshop | No | Learn more |
| COOL 9N562 | Wine Appreciation II: Exlplore the Wine Regions of the World | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N563 | Essential Laboratory Testing of Cider and Perry | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N564 | Essential Sensory Evaluation of Cider and Perry | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N565 | Wine Appreciation I: Exploring Varietals | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N566 | Health and Safety Training for Wineries and Cidery Employees | Course | No | Learn more |
| COOL 9N567 | Winery Lab Skills | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N568 | Wine Faults and Sensory Evaluation | Micro-credential | Yes | Learn more |
| COOL 9N570 | Professional Wine Retail Sales | Course | No | Learn more |
| COOL 9N571 | Finance and Operations for Wineries and Cideries | Course | Yes | Learn more |