Advanced level in Sake in English in Paris - LTE Certification
Develop in-depth sake knowledge, precise tasting skills and strong English, certified by the LTE: internationally recognised and valid for life.
- Location
- Paris
- Duration
- 90 hours
- Samples tasted
- 45 sake
- Price
- 1790 €
Next session: 19 April
Take your sake expertise international with LTE certification
This course with LTE certification is designed for professionals already working in the sake industry looking to expand their careers with English-speaking partners, as well as for passionate enthusiasts wishing to deepen their global knowledge of sake and Japanese food culture.
- Professional English: You’ll be prepared to work in English within the sake industry.
- Who it’s for: This programme is ideal for anyone considering an international professional transition in the world of sake and hospitality.
TASTINGS
You will taste 45 sakes from some of Japan’s most renowned producers.
Our selections are made with care, and the majority of the sakes are produced by small family-owned producers.
AIM FOR 100% SUCCESS
Prepare with confidence thanks to online access to our international platform before your in-person course — the perfect way to boost your chances of passing the exam.
Why prepare your LTE certification with Weeno?
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Proven excellence: A highly acclaimed course, rated 5/5 by our students in 2025.
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Hands-on classroom learning: In-person classes in Paris, in a small group led by a certified educator, with every tasting done together in class.
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Taught in English: Classes and study materials in English, to master the international terminology of sake.
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Professional English: Build the English vocabulary to describe, present and sell with confidence to international clients.
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State-recognised English certification: Certify your level of English with the LTE test, taken online after your course.
Qualiopi certification
Teaching excellence recognised by the French State, eligible for funding (CPF, OPCO).
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Additional information
Who is the training aimed at?
Who is the training aimed at?
The course is designed for experienced sake professionals and experts who wish to refine their mastery of English in order to discuss sake with precision and nuance during high-level presentations, tastings, and international industry events. It prepares you to communicate confidently and persuasively in English across all facets of the sake business — from production and brewing to branding, global sales, and education. This programme is also ideal for those seeking to advance or reposition their careers at an international level within the sake and hospitality sector.
Objectives and programme
Objectives and programme
During this course you will: - Develop in-depth and precise knowledge of the natural and human factors that shape the diversity of sake styles in Japan. - Gain a detailed understanding of the key characteristics of the major sake producing regions. - Be able to clearly express, both orally and in writing, the cause-and-effect relationships between natural and human factors and sake styles. - Learn how to present, describe, and sell a sake to English-speaking clients. - Master the essential English vocabulary used by sake professionals. - Gain confidence in speaking and writing to clients in English. - Learn how to explain labelling terms related to sake. - Describe a sake in English using the Systematic Approach to Tasting. - The course is delivered 100% in English and is suitable for learners with a B2 to C2 level. This training is designed to develop your oral and written language skills, including: - Identifying and using vocabulary appropriate to professional contexts in the sake industry - Using key grammatical structures to build coherent sentences of varying complexity - Understanding short texts and identifying both general meaning and specific details - Understanding spoken statements, instructions, or questions from an interlocutor - Communicating in social-professional, professional, or industry-specific situations using appropriate expressions - Holding a conversation on a professional topic - Communicating naturally and enhancing oral interaction - Being understood through clear pronunciation
The structure of the course
The structure of the course
The advanced level in sake training with LTE includes 30 hours of classroom lessons, taught by certified trainers, and 60 hours of personal study. The course takes place over two weeks and consists of a first 3-day session, followed by a break dedicated to practice and preparation for the LTE test and a second 2-day session. Your teaching materials will be provided upon registration to help you prepare in advance. They include key learning points covered in the course, tasting grids, and self-assessment exercises. We recommend a minimum of 60 hours of personal study to make the most of your training. You will also receive online access to our international platform before your in-person course — the perfect way to boost your chances of passing the exam. Your LTE English test is taken online and must be completed within two months of the end of your training. By registering, the candidate undertakes to follow the training in its entirety.
Assessments and certificates
Assessments and certificates
Completion of all three components of the LTE 4 Skills certification is mandatory within 30 days following the end of the training. By registering, you commit to completing all four parts of the assessment: Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing (2.5-hour test). Within 30 days after course completion
Access and prerequisites
Access and prerequisites
Having followed our intermediate level in Sake or being able to prove an equivalent level of knowledge is strongly suggested in order to succeed in this training. You must be 18 years old on the day of training. Registrations close 10 working days before the start date of the session or as soon as the maximum capacity of the session is reached. It is important to allocate 60 hours of personal work before starting the training. Each session accommodates 10 participants maximum. A B2-C2 level in English is recommended to follow our English training courses / FULL ENGLISH All our training courses are open to people with disabilities. If you have a disability or require special adaptations falling within our scope, contact us at [email protected]. We will study the best possible solution together. By registering, you acknowledge having read and accepted our general conditions of sale and our internal regulations.
Satisfaction rate
Satisfaction rate
Participants gave an overall satisfaction rating of 5/5 in 2025.
Are LTE certifications recognised by the French government?
Are LTE certifications recognised by the French government?
RS7106 / 6633 - Certification en anglais LTE (écouter, lire, écrire, parler) – LanguageCert The LanguageCert Test of English (LTE), developed by PeopleCert, is an international English language certification recognised for its alignment with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), covering levels from A1 to C2. Designed to assess listening, reading, and writing skills, it is particularly well-suited for both professional and academic contexts. In France, the LTE is officially recognised by France Compétences, making it eligible for funding through the Compte Personnel de Formation (CPF). Internationally, the LTE is regulated by Ofqual in the United Kingdom and is recognised by public and private institutions in over 60 countries. Thanks to its flexibility (online testing with remote proctoring or at an approved test centre), quick results (within 2 working days), and global recognition, the LTE is a reliable and efficient solution to certify one’s English level. The test is valid for life.
How does your "Advanced level in Sake in English in Paris - LTE Certification" training work?
How does your "Advanced level in Sake in English in Paris - LTE Certification" training work?
The textbook is sent to you before the course: it should be studied carefully beforehand, which represents about 60 hours of personal study. We recommend taking Level 2 before Level 3. Thorough preparation before you come to the in-person course is essential to passing your exam. The WSET exam takes place on site, at the end of the course, and lasts 3 hours. The English test is taken online and will be available a few days after the course. If you are financing this programme through your CPF, please note that the WSET exam itself is not covered: it is payable separately, at a preferential rate, once you have obtained your English certification.
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