Turnbulls | Level One: Associate Certification | Self-study
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- 9 Modules
- Online




Why choose Turnbulls Level One?
Turnbulls Academy of Cheese Level One course is perfect for anyone passionate about cheese, whether for personal enjoyment or professional development. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge through a flexible self-study programme, including on-demand videos, audio recordings, and live Zoom tutorials with cheese expert Charlie Turnbull.
The course covers nine comprehensive areas, from cheese tasting to industry knowledge, and offers recognised certification. With extensive resources, interactive learning, and expert guidance, this course is unmatched in its breadth and convenience.
Course benefits at a glance
7 Hours of video and audio (almost)
33 On-demand, bite-sized videos covering all the material. Not just what fits into a zoom call!
Listen & Learn
Audio recordings of each Academy Learning Road for your convenience.
Available 24/7 - Learn at your own pace
Learn where you like, when you like and as fast or slow as you like. And return to pieces you find challenging.
Quality & Consistency
The quality of the training doesn’t vary so delegates always receive a high-quality experience.
Live zoom tutorials
Join live Zoom tutorials with Charlie Turnbull for real-time learning and interaction.
Turnbulls | Level One: Associate Certification | Self-study
Choose a date and time
- Anytime
- Online - Any Time
Charlie Has A Huge Genuine Love And Appreciation Of All Things ‘Cheese’ – His Depth Of Knowledge Is Huge And His Enthusiasm Knows No Bounds.
I Loved Hearing About The History Of The Cheeses, I Found It Fascinating To Hear About The Different Origins. I Also Loved Learning About The Making Of The Cheese And It Is Easy To Forget The Amount Of Work That Goes Into The Process
The Tasting Wheel Was Great And Made Me Think Differently About How And What I Was Tasting. Excellent Highly Recommended.
Charlie’s Level 1 videos were a great way to get into the world of cheesemaking! He made everything really approachable. Can’t wait to start Level 2.
Who's this course for
Cheese is primarily pleasure, and the day is sociable, educational and full of enthusiasm. It’s also Academy of Cheese, Level 1 accredited, making this the perfect day for anybody with an interest in cheese
Cheese lovers
Who just love cheese and want more pleasure from it
Cheese talkers
People involved in promoting cheese
Wine lovers
Who want to know more about wine’s best friend
Budding cheese professionals
People starting or progressing a career in cheesemaking
Foody retailers
People working in farm shops, delis etc selling cheese
Nine Areas of Study:
Enhance your knowledge through self-study with a comprehensive programme of video, audio, and written materials that you can follow at your own pace. Join live Zoom tutorials with Charlie Turnbull for real-time learning and interaction.
Level 1 Introduction
1: Tasting Cheese the Academy way
2: The Academy Cheese Library
3: Milk Production and Cheesemaking
4: Maturing, Affinage & Grading
5: Buying & Distribution
6: Presenting & Serving
7: Regulation & Good Practice
8: Communicating: Talking about Cheese
9: Cheese Industry Knowledge
Meet your Cheese Trainer!
Unrivalled cheese knowledge. Easy to listen to. Excessively enthusiastic. And, he wears a bowler hat!
- Trainer
- Judge
- Expert
Sneaky Peak?
Take a look inside Turnbull's on-demand learning management system.
Why choose Turnbulls Level One?
Turnbulls Academy of Cheese Level One course is perfect for anyone passionate about cheese, whether for personal enjoyment or professional development. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge through a flexible self-study programme, including on-demand videos, audio recordings, and live Zoom tutorials with cheese expert Charlie Turnbull.
The course covers nine comprehensive areas, from cheese tasting to industry knowledge, and offers recognised certification. With extensive resources, interactive learning, and expert guidance, this course is unmatched in its breadth and convenience.
Course benefits at a glance
7 Hours of video and audio (almost)
33 On-demand, bite-sized videos covering all the material. Not just what fits into a zoom call!
Listen & Learn
Audio recordings of each Academy Learning Road for your convenience.
Available 24/7 - Learn at your own pace
Learn where you like, when you like and as fast or slow as you like. And return to pieces you find challenging.
Quality & Consistency
The quality of the training doesn’t vary so delegates always receive a high-quality experience.
Live zoom tutorials
Join live Zoom tutorials with Charlie Turnbull for real-time learning and interaction.
Turnbulls | Level One: Associate Certification | Self-study
Choose a date and time
- Anytime
- Online - Any Time
Meet your Cheese Trainer!
Unrivalled cheese knowledge. Easy to listen to. Excessively enthusiastic. And, he wears a bowler hat!
- Trainer
- Judge
- Expert
Charlie Has A Huge Genuine Love And Appreciation Of All Things ‘Cheese’ – His Depth Of Knowledge Is Huge And His Enthusiasm Knows No Bounds.
I Loved Hearing About The History Of The Cheeses, I Found It Fascinating To Hear About The Different Origins. I Also Loved Learning About The Making Of The Cheese And It Is Easy To Forget The Amount Of Work That Goes Into The Process
The Tasting Wheel Was Great And Made Me Think Differently About How And What I Was Tasting. Excellent Highly Recommended.
Charlie’s Level 1 videos were a great way to get into the world of cheesemaking! He made everything really approachable. Can’t wait to start Level 2.
Who's this course for
Cheese is primarily pleasure, and the day is sociable, educational and full of enthusiasm. It’s also Academy of Cheese, Level 1 accredited, making this the perfect day for anybody with an interest in cheese
Cheese lovers
Who just love cheese and want more pleasure from it
Cheese talkers
People involved in promoting cheese
Wine lovers
Who want to know more about wine’s best friend
Budding cheese professionals
People starting or progressing a career in cheesemaking
Foody retailers
People working in farm shops, delis etc selling cheese
Nine Areas of Study:
Enhance your knowledge through self-study with a comprehensive programme of video, audio, and written materials that you can follow at your own pace. Join live Zoom tutorials with Charlie Turnbull for real-time learning and interaction.
Level 1 Introduction
1: Tasting Cheese the Academy way
2: The Academy Cheese Library
3: Milk Production and Cheesemaking
4: Maturing, Affinage & Grading
5: Buying & Distribution
6: Presenting & Serving
7: Regulation & Good Practice
8: Communicating: Talking about Cheese
9: Cheese Industry Knowledge
Sneaky Peak?
Take a look inside Turnbull's on-demand learning management system.
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