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
Click here for PowerPoint presentation of Prud’homme™ Certification program
Congratulations to our 2009 Graduates!
Congratulations to the Level 1 - Prud'homme™ Beer Enthusiast graduates - Ian Bentley, Jay Burnett, Jordan Bushell, Sarah Byford, Dean Campbell, Rob Cecile, Ross Danbrook, Robert Dero, Brad Edwards, Dale Flynn, Fred Ford, Jennifer Fraser, Steve Gligor, Chris Houston, Jeff Jones, Alex Kennedy, Tony King, Jim Lister, Hilary Lockie, David Maher, Mark Mattson, Gerry Mazzili, Samantha McCaffrey, Sheila Nolan-Ozses, Nick Porcellato, Stuart Reece, Chris Rendell, Pascal Robitaille, Francis Ronald, Kelly Ryan, Bernie Turcotte, Jason Valin, Brad Vaughan, Adin Wener, Scott White.
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: |
Weekday - 2 sessions (7 hours each)/ 2 days |
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: |
75% |
Learning Outcomes: |
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Availability:
| Summer | |||
| Mondays | 11 am - 4 pm | The Cannery, Distillery District | June 1,15 & 29 |
| Fall | TBD |
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: |
75% |
Learning Outcomes: |
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Availability:
| Summer | |||
| Mondays | 9 am - 5 pm | Fionn MacCools, Financial District | May 10, 17 & June 7, 21 |
| Fall | TBD |
Level 3 - Prud’homme™ Beer Expert
Course Outline (coming fall 2010 - please email for details and course content)![]()
Pre-requisites: |
Prud’homme Beer Specialist™ Certification, 2 years industry experience |
Fees: |
$749 +GST |
Class Size: |
12 maximum |
Sessions / Weeks: |
Evenings - 7 sessions / 5 weeks |
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: |
75% |
Learning Outcomes: |
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Availability: coming Fall 2010












