WSET
We offer WSET Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 in Wines, and Level 1 and Level 2 in Spirits. Widely regarded as the global benchmark for product knowledge and wine education, WSET qualifications provide a structured path to develop in-depth understanding and tasting skills — ideal for both hospitality professionals and dedicated enthusiasts. They also lay a strong theoretical foundation for those who wish to pursue practical sommelier training through CMS programmes.
CMS
As the official East African partner for CMS Europe, we also deliver the Introductory and Certified Sommelier programmes. Widely regarded as the global benchmark for sommelier service and hospitality performance, CMS qualifications offer a structured, practice-driven track focused on tasting, service, and floor skills — ideal for professionals seeking internationally recognised certification and career progression in top-level hospitality and restaurant settings.
BOMA INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY COLLEGE
To support future talent, we partner with Boma International Hospitality College (BIHC), where WSET wine qualifications are embedded into the formal curriculum — giving students a head start in the job market and helping raise professional standards across the sector.
HCC AFRICA CERTIFIED SOMMELIER & BEVERAGE PROFESSIONALS NETWORK
With a growing network of certified sommeliers and beverage professionals, and a strong focus on globally recognized standards, we are contributing to the continued development of the hospitality and beverage sector in East Africa. Our graduates work across leading hotels, restaurants, and distributors in the region, bringing structured knowledge and practical expertise to their roles. HCC Africa remains an ongoing platform for professional development, connection, and industry engagement for all who complete our programs.
Contacts
Capital West Business Centre, Lantana Road, Nairobi, Kenya +254 114 879 661 info@africaconsulting.com
Our School
HOSPITALITY COMPETENCE CENTER EAST AFRICA
De Vries Premium Wines operates the Hospitality Competence Center Africa (HCC-Africa), the region’s leading provider of internationally recognised wine and spirit education. We are the only Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Approved Program Provider in East Africa, and the official hosting partner for the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS) Europe.