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The WSET Level 2 Wine award course is suitable for anybody who has a serious interest in wine and wishes to broaden their knowledge in a structured way.  The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines has full accreditation from OfQual as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification. Through a combination of tasting and theory you will explore the factors that impact the style and quality of wine and learn how to describe wines with confidence. What the course covers * Wine Tasting: Taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting * Food and Wine Matching: You will learn about the key considerations when matching food and wine successfully * Wine Service and Storage: Learn the correct way to store and serve wine and recognise common faults found in wines * Labelling: Learn how to decode and understand labels * Factors influencing the Style of Wine: Study the factors influencing the style, quality and price of wine in the vineyard and winery * Grape Varieties: You'll learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international red and white grape varieties (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Syrah/Shiraz) as well as the styles of wines made with 22 regionally important grape varieties grown in 70 wine regions (GI's) around the world * Sparkling and Fortified wines: You will be taught how grape varieties and winemaking processes influence the style of wines in these two key wine categories * Key Wine-Producing regions of the World: Learn about the main styles of wines from the key wine-producing regions. France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, USA, Argentina, Chile, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa Examination: The 1 hour, 50 multiple-choice question exam is taken in the afternoon of the final day of the course and the exam fee is included in the course cost. A mark of 55% required to pass. Certification: All students who pass will be issued with a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin. N.B. In addition to classroom teaching, students are expected to complete around 12 hours of private study in their own time. No prior wine knowledge is required however the course builds upon the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course [https://www.localwineschool.com/manchester/events/professional-courses/wset-courses/wset-course-level-1-in-class/]. It is not essential to complete Level 1 to join the Level 2 course but if you are a complete beginner you may wish to consider this option. We recommend you read the course specification document HERE [https://www.wsetglobal.com/media/11718/wset_l2wines_specification_en_jun2022_issue11.pdf] for full details of the content, structure and assessment criteria. Any questions please get in touch. The course fee includes * All WSET course materials including; Looking Behind the Label course manual, Study Guide, Specification book, and SAT ® Tasting Card * Approx 40 delicious wines to taste including Champagne & Port * The use of professional ISO tasting glasses * 3 days of professional WSET tuition by a WSET Certified tutor * Teaching of the WSET Level 2 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine (SAT) ® which will enable you to analyse wines objectively and consistently * Registration with WSET and all examination fees * Internationally-recognised certificate and pin badge upon successful completion * Practice multiple choice questions provided FREE OF CHARGE * Comprehensive student support outside of class time should you have any questions before, during and after the course * VAT at 20%  (VAT receipt can be provided on request) Special Educational Needs Please make us aware if you have a condition that may mean you qualify for additional help during the exam such as dyslexia. Funding Funding for this course is available:  DEVELOP is the educational programme of The Drinks Trust, the drinks and hospitality industry charity. DEVELOP offers fully funded training and skills courses, delivered by industry-leading providers for people already working, or with an ambition to work, in the drinks and hospitality industry. Manchester Wine School has partnered with The Drinks Trust to bring courses free of charge to eligible students. All of the WSET courses are available for funding with DEVELOP. To learn more please visit the Drinks Trust website HERE [https://www.drinkstrust.org.uk/get-help/develop/our-courses/wset-level-2-in-wines] Criteria of eligibility for DEVELOP funding: must be 18 or over, eligible to work in the UK, have a National Insurance Number, and be earning less than £26k/pa

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The UK's first and only Level 4 qualification in Phlebotomy (equivalent to Ireland Level 6) FDSc (Foundation Degree Level) qualification Nationally Recognised certificate Dually accredited: Open College Network and CPD Covers both aspirated and evacuated systems Covers specialised blood collection systems & methods Classroom or Virtual Classroom learning options Comprehensive Training Kit is provided when booking our Virtual Classroom option (yours to keep) Complete your training from beginner to advanced level This course either follows on from our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or can be combined with our introductory course as part of a course package (see below) Available to candidates who have completed (or are currently enrolled to complete) our Introduction to Phlebotomy Course or have previous phlebotomy practical experience.

AVAILABLE ONLY TO APPLICANTS WHO HAVE ENROLLED ON (OR HAVE PREVIOUSLY COMPLETED) OUR INTRODUCTION TO PHLEBOTOMY COURSE Geopace Certificate of Competency Add live blood draws to your training Follow and complete a Competency Checklist Obtain tutor sign-off for live draws Awards a CPD Accredited Certificate Awards a Geopace Certificate of Competency Half day or evening sessions

Completing this 2 day Blended Learning Combined Course awards a First Aid at Work Level 3 (18 hours) and a Paediatric First Aid Level 3 (12 hours) regulated certificate to successful attendees of this course. This way you will have full peace of mind that you will be a qualified full First Aider in the workplace for adults, children and infants. This Combined First Aid Course awards the two qualifications stated below to successful attendees. Both qualifications awards nationally recognised Ofqual regulated certificates that are valid for 3 years and meet the requirements of Health & Safety Executive, Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage. * 18 hours First Aid at Work Level 3 (FAW) * 12 hours Paediatric First Aid Level 3 (PFA) All successful delegates from this course will be awarded two nationally recognised Ofqual regulated certificates that are valid for 3 years. All delegates from this course will also receive free access to our Annual Video Refresher Training each year, until requalification is due. (The Paediatric First Aid part of this course, has been specifically designed to meet the criteria set by the Department for Education’s EYFS Framework and fully meets Ofsted requirements.) What's covered?    📎 2 day Combined First Aid at Work and Paediatric First Aid L3 (FAW & PFA) - Blended Learning [https://images.cademy.co.uk/68f2c38a-b1d0-42e0-95a6-3939b7a00f36/c149d931-c469-42e8-949c-e68aef8065af/original.pdf]

Our regulated Blended Learning First Aid at Work Level 3 (FAW) course is designed for individuals who wish to act as a first aider in their workplace. Attendees of this course will be qualified to legally administer First Aid to those aged 18 years of age and over. If you require First Aid provision for those under 18 years of age too, why not attend our Combined FAW & PFA course. All successful delegates from this course will be awarded a nationally recognised Ofqual regulated certificate that is valid for 3 years. All delegates from this course will also receive free access to our Annual Video Refresher Training each year, until requalification is due. What's covered?   📎 2 day First Aid at Work Level 3 (FAW) - Blended Learning [https://images.cademy.co.uk/68f2c38a-b1d0-42e0-95a6-3939b7a00f36/82d5043d-0069-4193-8820-6052ceea553a/original.pdf]

Our 12 hour First Aid at Work Level 3 Requalifying Course is specifically designed to allow first aiders to renew their full First Aid at Work Level 3 qualification when their certificate is due to expire. (A First Aider can renew their First Aid at Work qualification by attending our First Aid at Work Requalification Level 3 course, if it’s within 1 month past the expiry date.) All successful delegates from this course will be awarded a nationally recognised Ofqual regulated certificate that is valid for 3 years. All delegates from this course will also receive free access to our Annual Video Refresher Training each year, until requalification is due. What's covered?   📎 1 day First Aid at Work Requalification (FAWR) - Blended Learning [https://images.cademy.co.uk/68f2c38a-b1d0-42e0-95a6-3939b7a00f36/806e623b-0d6b-4a3a-a0c4-10b0e5e5da35/original.pdf]

Our Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 course is designed for individuals who wish to act as an emergency first aider in their workplace. Attendees of this course will be qualified to legally administer First Aid to those aged 18 years of age and over. (If you require First Aid provision for those under 18 years of age, you can add the Emergency Paediatric First Aid top up to this course on booking). All successful delegates from this course will be awarded a nationally recognised Ofqual regulated certificate that is valid for 3 years. All delegates from this course will also receive free access to our Annual Video Refresher Training each year, until requalification is due. What's covered?   📎 1 day Emergency First Aid at Work Level 3 (EFAW) [https://images.cademy.co.uk/68f2c38a-b1d0-42e0-95a6-3939b7a00f36/8f492dfe-e08f-4802-835f-a5a262c130cc/original.pdf]

Understanding commodity codes is vital to internationally trading businesses. Commodity codes are used worldwide to determine the customs duty and other charges levied on the goods when importing and exporting. They also determine any preferential treatments or restrictions and prohibitions that may apply to the goods and are used for monitoring trade volumes and applying international trade measures. This virtual half-day course will provide an insight into what commodity codes are and how getting them wrong can have a big impact on your business. By attending this course, we will ensure you: * Are aware of what a commodity code is and what it is used for * Understand the process of how to classify goods * Successfully classify a range of goods * Understand the importance of getting your commodity codes correct. Please note: If you are working towards your British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) Foundation Award, this course will count towards 1 of your 6 modules. Please make sure you select the ‘Yes’ option in the dropdown option for BCC when booking.

The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in wine or hospitality. It lays the foundation for understanding wine, giving you confidence for food and wine pairing and an introduction to different wine styles. What the course covers: * The basic skills and product knowledge required for the service and retail of wine * The main types and styles of wine * Common wine grapes and their characteristics * How to make food and wine pairings * How to store and serve wine * How to taste and describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine®(SAT) The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines has full accreditation from OfQual as part of the UK Government’s Qualifications & Credits Framework as a Level 1 Vocational Qualification. We recommend you read the course specification [https://www.localwineschool.com/files/pdf/wset-level-1-wines-specification(1).pdf] document before you sign up for the course. Course delivery * The Level 1 Award in Wines online course covers the same syllabus as the classroom course and is delivered in LIVE virtual lessons by one of our certified wine educators * The course includes 6 hours online tuition in 3 x 2 hour sessions * Your tutor will provide a guided tasting of 6 wines with you on this course (for details of how to order the wines for your course see below) * You will receive access to practice multiple-choice revision questions specific to this course * You will be sent details of how to join your LIVE sessions when you book Please note a reliable broadband connection is essential for the completion of this online course as is basic computer skills. Examination To obtain the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines Qualification, you will need to successfully pass the exam. The exam is made up of 30 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 45 minutes. You must answer at least 70% correctly to pass the exam. The exam is taken online via a Remote Invigilation [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DarWJz6dUbU] service. We will arrange a suitable time/date for you to take your exam when you are ready to do so. Please ensure you read the information HERE [https://www.wsetglobal.com/wset-remote-invigilation-essential-guidance/?dm_i=5G5C,KRHB,4A50QU,2G285,1] if you wish to take the exam online.  The course fee includes: * Course study guide, posted to you at no extra charge * LIVE virtual, interactive sessions taught by a Local Wine School WSET Certified Tutor * Exclusive access to practice multiple choice questions * Registration with WSET and all examination fees * Remote Invigilation service *Please note there are some minimum system requirement (contact us [info@manchesterwineschool.com?subject=wset%20online] for more information) * Internationally recognised WSET qualification certificate and pin for those who pass the exam * VAT at 20% (VAT receipt can be provided on request). Course Wines: It is recommended that 6 wines are tasted as part of this course, although this is optional and not essential to complete the course. Please note that the cost of wines is not included in the course fee above. Our wine experts have specially selected wines for this course aligned to demonstrate specific learning outcomes. They have even negotiated a specially discounted price only available to our online students. The price of the 6 bottle case around £75.95 including delivery. Details of how to order your case of wines will be provided when you book your place. Special Educational Needs Please make the school aware if you have a condition that may mean that you will qualify for additional help during the exam such as dyslexia. Important dates Registration deadline: please book at least 5 days before the start of the course, to allow time to send materials and order the tasting wines.