We reveal the UK's first accredited Beer Academy Sommeliers!
Congratulations to Peter Haydon, Nigel Sadler, Alastair Scott & Steve Livens. The press release is free to download at the bottom of the page.

Qualification Scheme:

- Prospective candidates that wish to become Beer Academy Registered & Accredited Sommeliers must;
Complete an application form and confirm that:

1. They have attended and passed the Beer Academy Advanced Course
2. They have attended the Beer Academy 'How to Judge Beer' Course
3. Have completed ABCQ (if working in the On Trade)

- With the application form the applicant must provide a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) of their practical competence.

• Use of beer menus or other similar schemes at retail level.
• Use of beer and food pairings.
• The use of beer range in retailing.
• Evidence of high beer retailing and image standards through POS, branded glassware, cellar hygiene standards and other relevant evidence.

Beer Sommelier Assessment:

• Applicant submits POE and evidence of qualifications.
• Applicant pays an application fee of £150 (GBP) +VAT.
• Applicant is invited to attend an interview (viva voce) at The Beer Academy and is assessed via an evidence based process against written parameters.
  - The assessment will test all parts of the Beer Academy Courses and may include practical tests including identification of randomly selected beer styles.
• Successful candidates will be provided with a Certificate and a soft copy of the Beer Academy Beer Sommelier badge/logo.
• Successful candidates will be entered into the register of Beer Academy Accredited Beer Sommeliers.

Assessment Dates:

Please note the above time slots are available on a first come first served basis.

To Apply:
If you would like to register your interest, then please complete the application form found at the bottom of this page.