Academy of Cheese: Level 1 Associate

Learn to taste cheese like a pro.

Do you have a passion for cheese? If so, why not expand your knowledge with The Academy of Cheese level 1 course.

For all lovers of cheese, increase your knowledge to share with family & friends or to enhance your career. This course is an introduction to all types of cheese, cheese making and learning to taste cheese the Academy way.

Join our Academy of Cheese® Training Educator as they take you through the basics of how cheese is made, how to make a great cheese board selection and the flavours and profiles of the level one syllabus of 25 cheeses.

What can you expect:

The course is completed within one day, you will learn all about the world’s classic cheeses, how they are made, their history and what they taste like. We use specialist training materials from the Academy of Cheese, taste 12 classic cheeses and learn about cheese in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Who’s it for?

Anybody with an interest in Cheese! Level 1 is for anyone who wants to understand the basics of cheese and cheesemaking whether out of their own passion or as a stepping-stone in their career.

Students may elect to sit the Academy of Cheese® Level 1 Associate exam after completing the course - this exam can be taken online, at home and at the convenience of the student. Anyone who successfully completes this exam will receive a certificate and badge - as well as the right to say they are qualified in cheese!

Will There Be Wine?

A tasting of 6 wines will be included in the course fee - we are a wine  school after all! While the focus of the day is very much on cheese, students will also have the opportunity to taste 6 wines on the day chosen specifically to help demonstrate cheese pairing principles.

What's Included for the course fee?

• 1 full-day classroom course with a certified Academy of Cheese® Training Partner
• Taste 12 cheeses over the course
• Learn about 25 different cheese styles
• Taste 6 wines to learn about cheese pairing principles
• Academy of Cheese printed delegate pack
• Hardcopy of the Level One Cheese book (detailing 25 different cheese styles)
• 12 month access to the Academy of Cheese online
• Access to online Learning Road and Cheese Library
• Level One Exam (taken online in your own time)
• Certificate and Pin Badge upon completion of the exam