Fermentation Science

Walla Walla Community College ETPL
This certificate is dedicated to the science of wine making. Students must complete related instruction requirements in the following categories to receive this certificate: Written Communications, Oral Communications, Job Seeking Skills, and Human Relations. Students must complete the Viticulture Science Certificate before completing the Fermentation Science Certificate.

Financial information

Total tuition

$8,187.30

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Walla Walla, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

9 Months

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

55

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Students must be 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED to enroll in Enology and Viticulture. If you are considering our program we encourage you to contact our office to schedule a visit to our classrooms, labs, cellar, and tasting room. You will meet faculty and students and have an opportunity to learn what it’s like to join our hands-on program. If you do not live in Walla Walla, we are happy to schedule a Zoom meeting with you! Students must be physically able to safely perform the tasks required in the vineyard and winery, which will include pruning, lifting, climbing, bending, stretching, twisting, crawling and moving, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling items weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to taste, smell, and check for optical clarity of wine. Ability to visually inspect and sort wine grapes – checking for diseases and insects – during the growing season through harvest. (1) Apply to Walla Walla Community College. (2) Request official transcripts from all colleges you have attended be sent to the Office of Admissions. (A high school transcript also may be required.) (3) Complete placement test to determine eligibility to enroll in Math & English Courses. Note: Students in the Enology & Viticulture Program will be eligible to apply for an additional set of department scholarships. More information regarding the EV scholarships will be sent upon acceptance into the program.

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Viticulture and Enology

Completion rate

0%

Employment rate

0%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$0.00

Typical (median) annual earnings

$0.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Viticulture and Enology

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