The package includes:
The FWS study manual, access to interactive e-learning modules, and review webinars for one year as well as registration for the FWS online exam-sit. Does not include the one-year membership subscription.
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Detail of the package:
French Wine Scholar study manual, 6th Edition
- A 274-page, full-color study manual on the wines of France
- The most current and comprehensive resource on the wines of France (6th edition)
- Manual doubles as a reference book for wine professionals
Professional instructor support with acclaimed wine educators Sharon Mclean, DipWSET, FWS and French Programs Director Matthew Landry
- A schedule of study with learning objectives for each region
- 8 live webinars recorded for on-demand replay
- 12 interactive e-learning modules with loads of illustrations and full audio narration
- Online quizzes and learning games for self-evaluation
- A list of recommended wines to sample on your own or in a tasting group organized by students enrolled in the online program
- Instructor Q&A forum for assistance as well as Student Community forums
- Downloadable maps
- Access to repeat-after-me pronunciation exercise
- Study materials are available 24/7 and registration is for one full year
Registration for the FWS online exam-sit
- The exam is composed of 100 multiple-choice questions and must be completed in 60 minutes.
- The French Wine Scholar credential will be conferred to those individuals who sit the exam and achieve a score of 75 or higher.
- Online exam candidates must have a computer (tablet not compatible), a good internet connection, a webcam and a microphone with speakers for proctoring purposes.
- Candidate has one year from registration date to take the exam. When ready, the candidate may contact Andrea McEwan at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to schedule the exam.
Important notice: You can cancel or reschedule your exam at any point before your scheduled exam time by logging in to your ProctorU account and using the rescheduling link.
If not cancelled or rescheduled prior to the exam start time and you are not showing up for your exam or more than 15 minutes late, a $75 re-scheduling fee payable to WSG will be applied.