The Program offers a Certificate of Completion to participants who successfully meet the established criteria. The decision to award the Certificate is merit-based, contingent upon the participant's performance and achievement throughout the Program.

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See the Terms and Conditions for the Olive Oil Times Education Lab Sommelier Certification Program

Various groups offer other educational sommelier courses that issue their certificates of completion. There is no governing body nor international recognition for such credentials, per see.

The certificate indicates that you completed the program and testing. The vast majority of participants have done well in the final evaluations because the comprehensive instruction provides the necessary preparations.

What you do with the expertise gained from the course is up to you. Those who have attended the program have gone on to embark on meaningful projects, improve their businesses and teach others.