About this Certification
Level Two has been designed for cheese industry professionals and passionate consumers alike. If you are looking to deepen your understanding of cheese, the Level Two course is for you.
Becoming a Member, through the successful completion of the study modules and coursework, will be of significant benefit to anyone working in the industry wanting to continue their professional development.
For those that have completed Level One, there will be a significant progression in the teaching and application of the Academy’s Make and Post Make Model and our Structured Approach to Tasting.
What will I learn at Level Two?
All topics covered at level two will build upon the knowledge gained in level one . You’ll learn everything you need to know to take your Level two exam and become an Academy of Cheese ‘Member’.
Here are the 9 modules which structure the course.
Assessment criteria
Undertaking Level Two requires 18-24 hours of classroom study and 54-72 hours of additional home study. This will include the time to visit a cheesemaker and see or take part in the cheese making process. The online exam is a mix of multiple choice and short written answers. You have 40 minutes to take the exam and there are 40 questions. If you fail first time fear not, you can retake the exam for a retake fee of £50.
How to Study
There are three ways you can study for your certification:
Self Study
Study in your own time, at your own pace via the self study eLearning platform. You’ll receive 12 months access to the online Learning Road (your digital course book), you study the content and take the online exam when it suits you. The course fee does not include cheese, offering the perfect excuse for a trip to the cheesemongers!
Virtual
Study as part of a small group online, in a virtual classroom. Level Two virtual courses are hosted by an Academy Training Partner via live webinars, you can tune in from wherever you are in the world (just check the time zones!). You can request a home cheese delivery when you buy your course, or you can choose to shop for your own.
Classroom
Study as part of a small group in a traditional classroom setting. Level Two classroom courses are hosted in person by an Academy Training Partner but you’ll still receive access to the online Learning Road (your digital course book) and take your exam online. Classroom course fees include cheese to taste during the class.
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Frequently asked questions
All topics covered at Level Two will build upon the knowledge gained in Level One. You’ll learn everything you need to know to take your Level Two exam and become an Academy of Cheese ‘Member’.