WSET ANNOUNCES DIGITAL CERTIFICATES!

We’re excited to share some great news with you! Digital certificates will soon be available for all our Level 1 and Level 2 courses, and we’re happy to give you further details about this exciting development.

What is a digital certificate?

A digital certificate is essentially an online version of a paper certificate that you receive after you finish a course. Instead of being a physical piece of paper, it’s a unique webpage that is linked to your email address, which can easily be shared on social media, or to potential employers.

What are the key benefits of digital certificates?

Digital certificates will bring a huge range of benefits, including the following:

  • You will receive your certificate much faster via email than by post
  • You will also be able to share your result more easily on social media, with employers, and will be able to print your own certificate
  • Digital certificates are secure and easily verifiable online
  • Digital certificates are better for the environment and more sustainable in the long-term

How do they work?

The process will be as follows:

  • All students should register for a WSET account at wsetglobal.com/registration/ – this allows WSET to verify your email address to ensure that they only provide digital certificates to verified candidates
  • WSET will automatically send an email to those who have not claimed their certificate five days after we release the grade list. (Note: This email can only be sent to candidates who have verified their email address).

Digital credential Q&As

We understand that you may have some questions about these changes. Below are answers to some common queries:

Q: Is there any additional guidance for students? 

A: Yes, a step by step guides is available on Global Campus (also linked below for more information – please make sure you’re logged in to the platform to access):

Step by step guide for students

Q: Can International Wine Center request digital replacement certificates on behalf of a student? 

A: Yes, we can. Please submit a request following the process outlined above. Please ensure that you provide all details so that WSET can locate your record.

Q: Can I request a digital replacement certificate for a Level 3 or Level 4 (Diploma) qualification?

A: No, this isn’t possible yet. However, this service will be available following the migration of these qualifications to WSET new platform later in 2025.

Q: Can I request a digital replacement certificate for an older qualification e.g. Level 2 Wine & Spirits?

A: No. Currently, we can only issue digital credentials for our current Level 1 and Level 2 courses. WSET is reviewing the viability of adding this option for withdrawn qualifications and they will update us if/when this service is available.

Stay tuned!

 

Questions? Reference our FAQs.

IWC FAQs
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