In collaboration with the Gérard Basset Foundation

WSPC, through the Gérard Basset Foundation, is fully subsidizing a Skills Development Training Scheme for Single-Parent Mothers, with the action: “Now I Can Do It Too”. This training scheme includes training in Wine, Spirits and Coffee-Tea-Cocoa.

WSPC, through this action, aims to train and develop skills in 25 single-parent mothers by 2024. Mothers who are looking for a professional training and/or up-skilling opportunity in the field of Catering, Hospitality and Tourism. Applications can be submitted by either individual women who wish to join these markets, or by catering and hotel companies. Companies can submit an application for up to 4 women/employees in the same company and/or the same group of companies.

The three educational programs (WSET Level 1 Award in Wines, WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits, BSA Barista Level 1 Plus), are fully subsidized and their successful completion after the exams ensures that each student obtains three Certifications with global prestige and validity.

It is a great opportunity for individuals and catering and tourism companies, for multi-level professional empowerment of women/employees.

The Strategic Partners

The Gérard Basset Foundation, based in Great Britain, was created in memory of the Frenchman Gérard Basset (1957-2019), OBE MW MS MBA OIV MSc – the highest figure in the history of Oenology. He is considered the best Sommelier in the world and the only person to have held the title of Master of Wine simultaneously with the Master Sommelier, Bordeaux KEDGE Wine MBA and OIV MSc.

The WSPC, based in Athens, is the oldest, largest and most prestigious educational branch in Southern Europe, ensuring candidates excellent training in all areas of the Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages trade as well as Oenology.

The WSPC collaborates with leading international organizations, providing Certifications with Global Prestige and Power in its programs.