Rennet & Rind | Level 1: Associate Certification






Why Choose This Course?
Join us for a unique hands-on cheesemongering experience at our Rennet & Rind, Shop in Stamford. This immersive course focuses on practical skills such as cheese tasting, pairing, and customer interaction. Learn how to cut, wrap, and serve cheese, handle food safety, and master the art of cheesemongering. Perfect for anyone passionate about cheese, whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge or step into the industry.
Starting with Level One ‘Associate of The Academy of Cheese’, and culminating with the ‘The Master of Cheese’. The Associate Level One course has been created to introduce you to the fundamentals of cheese; learn about the history of cheese, where it all began, why we have so many varieties, how cheese is made & matured, and how to taste cheese like an affineur.
Presented by our cheese experts, this one-day course includes plenty of cheese tasting, the Academy of Cheese delegate pack, access to online training materials & examination, a light lunch, and refreshments.
What You’ll Learn:
Cheese tasting and pairing techniques
Effective customer communication
Practical skills like glass wrapping and food safety
Course benefits at a glance
In-shop experience
A full day of practical cheesemonger training
Maturing Room Experience with Affinage Expert
Spend an hour in the Rennet & Rind Maturation Rooms with Perry James Wakeman - two-times winner of the Affineur of the Year award.
Award-winning expertise
Rennet & Rind is a multi-award-winning cheesemonger and affineur with over 30 years of experience, recognised for their commitment to quality and excellence in the cheese industry.
The perfect gift
For cheese lovers and foodies alike - The Academy of Cheese Gift Certificate would make a perfect gift for friends and family.
Rennet & Rind | Level 1: Associate Certification
Choose a date and time
Currently, no course dates are available.
What delegates are saying
A real insight into the complexities of cheese making and maturing delivered by super-experts. Fun, informative and all-in-all a great experience.
I have just taken the Academy of Cheese Level 1 with Perry and his colleagues at Rennet & Rind. It was informative, fun and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to enhance their knowledge of cheese and cheese making.🧀🧀🧀🧀🧀
Who is the course for?
For anyone who loves cheese and wants to know more, this is a fantastic opportunity to increase your enjoyment of cheese, gain a recognised industry-accredited certification, and become a cheese connoisseur.
Cheesemongers
Cheese Lovers
Chefs
Cheesemakers
Sommeliers
Food lovers
Gallery
Frequently Asked Questions
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To gain Level One Certification, candidates will need to take the Academy of Cheese® Level One Associate exam after completing the course. This exam is included in the course fee and can be taken online, at home and at the convenience of the student. Candidates who successfully complete the exam will receive a certificate and pin badge.
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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. We reserve the right to cancel a course at short notice should events beyond our control make this unavoidable. Should this occur, delegates will be offered a place on our next available scheduled course or a full refund.
Why Choose This Course?
Join us for a unique hands-on cheesemongering experience at our Rennet & Rind, Shop in Stamford. This immersive course focuses on practical skills such as cheese tasting, pairing, and customer interaction. Learn how to cut, wrap, and serve cheese, handle food safety, and master the art of cheesemongering. Perfect for anyone passionate about cheese, whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge or step into the industry.
Starting with Level One ‘Associate of The Academy of Cheese’, and culminating with the ‘The Master of Cheese’. The Associate Level One course has been created to introduce you to the fundamentals of cheese; learn about the history of cheese, where it all began, why we have so many varieties, how cheese is made & matured, and how to taste cheese like an affineur.
Presented by our cheese experts, this one-day course includes plenty of cheese tasting, the Academy of Cheese delegate pack, access to online training materials & examination, a light lunch, and refreshments.
What You’ll Learn:
Cheese tasting and pairing techniques
Effective customer communication
Practical skills like glass wrapping and food safety
Course benefits at a glance
In-shop experience
A full day of practical cheesemonger training
Maturing Room Experience with Affinage Expert
Spend an hour in the Rennet & Rind Maturation Rooms with Perry James Wakeman - two-times winner of the Affineur of the Year award.
Award-winning expertise
Rennet & Rind is a multi-award-winning cheesemonger and affineur with over 30 years of experience, recognised for their commitment to quality and excellence in the cheese industry.
The perfect gift
For cheese lovers and foodies alike - The Academy of Cheese Gift Certificate would make a perfect gift for friends and family.
Rennet & Rind | Level 1: Associate Certification
Choose a date and time
Currently, no course dates are available.
What delegates are saying
A real insight into the complexities of cheese making and maturing delivered by super-experts. Fun, informative and all-in-all a great experience.
I have just taken the Academy of Cheese Level 1 with Perry and his colleagues at Rennet & Rind. It was informative, fun and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to enhance their knowledge of cheese and cheese making.🧀🧀🧀🧀🧀
Who is the course for?
For anyone who loves cheese and wants to know more, this is a fantastic opportunity to increase your enjoyment of cheese, gain a recognised industry-accredited certification, and become a cheese connoisseur.
Cheesemongers
Cheese Lovers
Chefs
Cheesemakers
Sommeliers
Food lovers
Gallery
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Rennet & Rind - Cheesemongers of Stamford,
- 07828 159555
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