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Academy of Cheese Level 2 Member Certification at Sparkenhoe Farm

Name: Academy of Cheese Level 2 Member Certification at Sparkenhoe Farm
Price: 595 GBP
Availability: InStock

9am - 5pm

£595

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Why Choose This Course?

We are excited to offer our Level Two cheese course at the Leicestershire Handmade Cheese Co, home of Sparkenhoe Red Leicester, in the heart of the UK.

Enjoy two spectacular days filled with cheese tasting, dairy tours and cheesemaking demonstrations, all backed up with the theoretical knowledge to set you up for success to gain your Level Two Member Certification.

Course Summary
If you are looking to deepen your understanding of cheese and cheesemaking, this immersive Level Two course is for you, taking place in the picturesque surroundings of Sparkenhoe Farm, situated between Leicester and Birmingham, on the premises of a working dairy and artisanal cheesemakers. Enjoy a superior, guided tasting experience as you sample over 20 cheeses from the Level Two Cheese Library. You’ll also be treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of this artisan cheesemaker’s, renowned for their raw milk Red Leicester cheese. Start by witnessing the milk production process up close in the dairy, then step into the cheesemaking room to observe the creation of their legendary cheeses. Finally, conclude your tour with a visit to the maturation rooms, where these exceptional cheeses reach perfection.

Benefits of attending this course
Becoming a Level Two Member, through attending the course and subsequent successful completion of the study modules and coursework, will be of significant benefit to cheesemakers, cheesemongers, fromelliers and other cheese professionals. By the end of the course, you will be able to:
• Exhibit a refined knowledge of cheesemaking and the different styles of cheese, allowing better negotiation with suppliers and customers.
• Demonstrate advanced mongering skills to staff, peers, managers, and the public.
• Confidently use your palate to objectively assess and eloquently describe a cheese.
• Gain an understanding of cheese and its applications within a restaurant environment, including pairing and accompaniments.
• Fast-track your cheese career through commitment to continued professional development.

Additional to attending the two-day course you will also receive access to:
• Level Two online Learning Road, consider this your digital course book.
• Printed delegate pack with 75 cheeses book.
• Knowledge check questions to test your progress as you study.
• Downloadable Tasting sheets.
• Level Two Exam.
• Cheese Library containing over 450 cheeses.
• 12 months access to your Learning Road and all of the resources within.
• Pin badge and certificate, suitable for framing, upon successful completion of the exam.

Course benefits at a glance

Bring Your Learning To Life at Sparkenhoe Farm, the home of Red Leicester

Spend two days at Sparkenhoe Farm and observe the real-life workings of a milking parlour, cheesemake room and maturation room, all amidst the picturesque Warwickshire countryside.

Comprehensive Theoretical Content

The course covers the essential modules of the Level Two Certification, setting you up for your exam.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with fellow cheese enthusiasts and professionals, fostering a community of like-minded individuals passionate about cheese.

Become a Member of the Academy of Cheese

Upon successful completion of the online exam, receive the Level Two Member Certification, recognized within the industry and among cheese connoisseurs.

Academy of Cheese Level 2 Member Certification at Sparkenhoe Farm

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Testimonials

What Previous Delegates are Saying

Such a great location for a fabulous course. Brilliant two days. Can't wait to start teaching soon in the East Midlands.

Debbie Ault

Notts Derby Local Wine School

Absolutely amazing couple of days ... learning loads about cheese. Taking in history, biology, chemistry, economics, geography and more, it was an amazing opportunity to really get under the rind of what makes cheese so delicious.

Ian Hardwick

East London Local Wine School

I've just spent a fabulous two days learning all about cheese, preparing for the Level 2 Award in Cheese. Thank you to our trainers Katie and Tracey for guiding us through the day and sharing their passion and expert knowledge with us. Another thank you to Jo and David Clarke from Leicestershire Handmade Cheese for hosting us and bringing everything to life on a tour around their wonderful farm. I've never eaten so much cheese and my head is bursting with loads of new ideas for cheese and wine pairings.

Jeremy Dunn

Norfolk Local Wine School

Who is the course for?

The course has been designed for cheese industry professionals and passionate consumers alike that have completed the Academy of Cheese Level One Associate Certification.

Cheesemakers

Cheesemongers

Chefs

Cheese Writers

Cheese Enthusiasts

Sommeliers

Cheese Educators

Course Content

As well as examining, by way of group activities and discussion, the theoretical topics covered by the Level Two course modules, this two-day course will bring to life the more practical aspects of the Member Certification, including:

Milk Production, Cheesemaking & Affinage

• Starting in the milking parlour, you will get to meet the Sparkenhoe herd of Holstein-Friesians and experience the workings of a busy dairy.
• Head into the cheese room where you will learn how pH, titratable acidity, and flocculation play a role in cheesemaking
• Observe at close range, a range of different cheesemaking equipment and the processes behind making the iconic Sparkenhoe Red Leicester, including milling and cheddaring
• Understand the essential elements of Food Safety in a cheesemaking context and see how Regulation and Good Practice is applied in a working dairy.
• Get a tour of the Sparkenhoe maturation rooms
• Back in the classroom, your practical work is backed up with innovative teaching methods demonstrating the science behind cheesemaking.

Level Two Cheese Library, Tasting & Sensory Analysis

• Develop your tasting skills and calibrate your palate with those of your fellow delegates, whilst completing your Level Two Tasting Sheets. We will take you through the science, theory and practical aspects of tasting cheese, using the Structured Approach, highlighting the difference between simple tastes and complex flavours.
• Taste 20 of the 75 cheeses studied at Level Two.
• Learn how to taste and describe a cheese objectively, overcoming any prior personal bias.

Cutting & Wrapping Skills

Fine tune your mongering skills with a masterclass of cutting and wrapping. Learn how to cut and wrap a variety of shapes and sizes of cheese, using a range of different cheese tools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Places are limited to 12 delegates. We reserve the right to cancel a course should events beyond our control make this unavailable or if minimum numbers are not met. In the unlikely event of this happening, delegates will be offered a place on our next available scheduled course, or given a full course refund. Please note once the course is booked it is non-refundable. All bookings are final, however, if you are unable to attend you can reassign your booking to a new available date or to another person. We require 14 days’ notice prior to original booking date.