The University of Vermont’s Artisan Cheese & Sensory Fundamentals Professional Certificate is a foundational 4-week online program for cheese enthusiasts, food systems professionals, cheesemongers, and aspiring cheesemakers.
This one-of-a-kind online program focuses on the foundations of cheese and sensory evaluation.
Throughout the world, Vermont is recognized as a leader in the dairy and cheese industry. Tapping into the well regarded cheese industry that Vermont is known for, the 4-week program will support the educational needs of cheesemongers, restaurant staff, food systems professionals, and aspiring cheesemakers. There are no prerequisites and it is ideal for those new to the cheese industry or those who have some basic knowledge, but want a more holistic foundation.
UVM’s Professional Certificate program has been created for:
- Cheese enthusiasts, chefs and restaurant staff wishing to expand knowledge on artisan cheese
- Cheesemongers who want to learn more about cheese and sensory evaluation
- Food systems professionals, especially those in cheese food sales
- Aspiring cheesemakers who desire to grow and professionalize
UVM’s Professional Certificate is designed to:
- Equip students with the ability to conduct sensory evaluations for different types of cheese
- Teach students about different categories of cheese, rind development and aging
- Introduce students to the various career pathways in the cheese industry
- Help cheese enthusiasts, beginning cheesemongers, cheesemakers and other people working within the food system build knowledge around types of cheeses and the foundations of cheese
If have any questions about UVM’s Artisan Cheese & Sensory Fundamentals Professional Certificate, give us a call at 802-656-2085 or fill out the form to the right.
