Congratulations to our Graduates!
Congratulations to the Level 1 - Prud'homme™ Beer Enthusiast graduates - Ian Bentley, Jay Burnett, Jordan Bushell, Cat Boni, Gary Brown, Foster Brown, Dean Campbell, Rob Cecile, John Crusoe, Don Chamberland, Dave Copeland, Sheldon Clement, Karen Demers, Dave Dick, Ross Danbrook, Robert Dero, Mario Di Paolo, Derek Drummond-Young, Brad Edwards, Fred Esford, Bruce Farrer, Dale Flynn, Jennifer Fraser, Linda Fritz, Steve Gligor, Bill Hanchar, Chris Houston, Jeff Jones, Tony King, Alex Kennedy, Bill Kasubek, Roy Kerling, Justin LaMontagne, Mike Lawther, John Lee, Mark Lynch, Jim Lister, Mark Lesperance, Hilary Lockie, David Maher, Suzanne Makins,Mark Mattson, Ted Moroz, Gerry Mazzili, Samantha McCaffrey, Jennifer Mason, Geoff Mayotte, John Melodysta, Susan Moscan, Steve Nangle, Mike Nichol, Sheila Nolan-Ozses, Ted O’Connor, Doug Ogilvie, Joe Pavelich, Dave Ramsay, Stuart Reece, Kelly Ryan, Chris Rendell, Pascal Robitaille, Francis Ronald, Barry Sessons, Doug Siren, Catherine Turchyn, Jason Valin, Brad Vaughan, Chris Watson, Adin Wener, Jay Wilson, Tom Wisener, Scott White, Steve Whitson
Level 2 - Prud'homme™ Beer Specialist graduates - Dean Campbell, Robert Dero, Justin LaMontagne, Jordan Bushell and Alex Kennedy
Welcome to Prud’homme™ Beer Certification.

Prud’homme - a skilled workman or a trustworthy citizen
Prud’homme Certification™ is Canada’s first beer education program. Its distinct three levels of certification offer something for everyone….
- An entry level for the Beer Enthusiast (beer drinkers or hospitality/beer industry workers looking to enhance their knowledge of Canada’s leading beverage alcohol).
- Our second level of certification is designed for the Beer Specialist; those folks working in the beverage alcohol industry who require an extensive knowledge of beer in order to meet the demands of a growing and ever changing environment
- Our final level of programming is geared to creating the title of Beer Expert with a more detailed, extensive look at the World of Beer and methods of designing, developing and facilitating beer education programs and events.
How is Prud’homme™ different from other certification programs?
- Prud’homme™ is designed and developed for the Canadian Beer Industry and is therefore uniquely Canadian
- Prud’homme™ is a comprehensive program held in a classroom setting, where learning is encouraged through group discussion and interactive sessions. The emphasis is on hands on experience mixed with some lecturette and theoretical formats
- Program content has been designed with the learners interest at heart
- Prud’homme™ incorporates a testing component to ensure education standards are met
History
Louis Prud’homme (1608-1671) was Canada’s first licensed brewer, established by Royal Decree in 1650
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Level 1 - Prud’homme™ Beer Enthusiast
Course Outline
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Pre-requisites: |
A thirst for knowledge, interest in beer |
Fees: |
$249 + GST |
Class Size: |
20 maximum |
Sessions / Weeks: |
Evenings (dependent on demand) - 14 hours |
Course Description: |
This course is focused on developing the participant’s overall knowledge and interest in beer. This course will introduce a wide range of topics to enhance the learner’s appreciation of beer. |
Passing Grade: |
70% on final exam and 100% attendance |
Learning Outcomes: |
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Availability:
| Summer | |||
| Mondays | 6 pm - 10 pm | The Cannery, Distillery District | August 16, 30 & Sept 20 |
| Fall | |||
| Saturdays | 9 am - 12 pm | The Cannery, Distillery District | Oct 2 & 16, Nov 6 & 20 |
| Fall | |||
| Tuesdays | 6 pm - 10 pm | The Cannery, Distillery District | Nov 2, 6 & 30 |
Level 2 - Prud’homme™ Beer Specialist
Course Outline![]()
Pre-requisites: |
Prud’homme Beer Enthusiast™ Certification and |
Fees: |
$499 + GST |
Class Size: |
20 maximum |
Sessions / Weeks: |
4 days |
Course Description: |
This course is designed for participants working in hospitality or as an agent for a brewer. It has been developed to provide learner’s with a greater breadth of knowledge of beer. |
Passing Grade: |
70% |
Learning Outcomes: |
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Availability:
| Fall | |||
| Wednesdays | 6 pm - 9 pm | Humber College North Campus | Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov 3, 10, 17 & 24 |
Level 3 - Prud’homme™ Beer Expert
Course Outline![]()
Pre-requisites: |
Prud’homme Beer Specialist™ Certification, 2 years industry experience |
Fees: |
$749 + GST |
Class Size: |
12 maximum |
Sessions / Weeks: |
Evenings - 9
weeks (3 hours each night) |
Course Description: |
This course is designed and developed for participants who will facilitate learning programs to others in the beverage alcohol industry. It has a comprehensive curriculum focused on enhancing the learning experience and developing facilitation skills. |
Passing Grade: |
70% |
Learning Outcomes: |
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Availability:
| 2011 | |||
| To be determined | |||











