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COURSE CURRICULUM

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CLASS 1

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Learn the essential bar skills and foundational knowledge you need to feel confident behind the bar, right from your very first shift.

WHAT YOU LEARN

MODULE . 1

  • The Hospitality Industry

  • Role's & Responsibilities

  • What is Mixology?

  • Bar Tools

  • Glassware

  • Ice

  • Operating Procedures

    • How to set up for success!​

  • Alcohol Classifications

MODULE . 2

  • How to Taste Spirits

    • Vodka​

    • Gin

    • Rum

  • Preparation Methods & Techniques

  • Measure Pouring & Free Pouring

HANDS-ON PRACTICE

  • Getting to Know Your Tools

  • Pouring 101

  • Shaking - Stirring - Building

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CLASS 2

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Explore the world of fermented alcoholic beverages while continuing to build and refine your bartending skills.

WHAT YOU LEARN

MODULE . 3

  • Intro to Beer

    • Fermentation & Brewing Methods

  • Intro to Wine

    • Fermentation & Aging Methods

  • Wine Service 101

  • Intro to Cocktail Modifiers

    • Fortified Wine​

    • Amari

    • Liqueurs

    • Bitters

MODULE . 4

  • Brewery Tour - Old Flame Brewing Co.

    • Beer Tasting​

  • Wine Tasting - Pelee Island Winery

    • Cabernet Franc​

    • Sauvignon Blanc

HANDS-ON PRACTICE

  • Wine Opening & Service

  • Bar Station Efficiency 

  • Intro to Common Cocktail Recipes

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CLASS 3

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Sharpen your customer service skills and expand your product knowledge to deliver exceptional guest experiences behind the bar.

WHAT YOU LEARN

MODULE . 5

  • The Art of Customer Service

    • 12 Steps of Bar Service​

  • Preparation

    • Garnishes​

    • Work Station

    • Ergonomics

MODULE . 6

  • The Flavour Wheel 101

    • How to Taste Spirits

    • Tequila & Mezcal

    • World of Whisk(e)y

    • Brandy & Cognac

HANDS-ON PRACTICE

  • Multi-Pouring

  • Glassware Handeling

  • Speed Rounds 

    • Staying Out of "The Weeds"​

    • 2(two) Drinks at Once

  • Free Form Practice

WHAT YOU LEARN

MODULE . 7

  • Finding Your Place

    • Establishment Types

    • Roles In Hospitality

  • Resume Building 101

  • Interview Etiquette

MODULE . 8

  • Smart Serve 101

    • Where to Take The Exam

    • How to Pass The First Attempt

  • Exam Review & Practice

WRITTEN EXAM

  • Theory Knowledge

    • Alcohol Classifications

    • Beer, Wine & Spirits

    • Tools of The Trade

  • Cocktail Recipes

PRACTICAL EXAM

  • Measurements & Pouring

  • ​Cocktail Recipes

  • Speed Rounds - 3(three) Cocktails

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CLASS 4

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Prepare to launch your bartending career with expert guidance on resume-building and interview skills to book the job!

UPCOMING COURSES

PRODUCT  TASTINGS

Students gain a deeper understanding of flavour, balance & quality first hand through our guided sampling of some of the most common spirits, cocktail modifiers, wine varietals & beer styles. It builds real product confidence & sharper recommendations, helping you craft better cocktails and upsell with credibility behind the bar!

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SPIRITS

Guided tastings of 9 of the most common spirits in the industry.

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COCKTAIL MODIFIERS

Guided tastings of 5 of the most common cocktail modifiers in the industry.

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BEER & WINE

Guided tastings of 2 wine varietals and a tour of 'Old Flame Brewing Co.'

PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE

Students don’t just watch, they work! Our courses are built around hands-on training behind real bar setups, giving you the repetition, speed, and muscle memory needed to feel confident, capable, and natural behind any bar.

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BAR TOOLS

All the bar tools you will use behind a real life bar setting.

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TECHNIQUE

Learn proper techniques from working bartenders.

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SPEED

 Step it up and become confident making multiple drinks at once.

BE JOB READY

We go beyond the bar with resume guidance, interview tips, and Smart Serve preparation so you’re confident not just in your skills, but in how you present them. You’ll leave knowing how to talk about your experience clearly and professionally when it matters most.

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RESUME BUILDING

Learn the formatting that catches the eyes of employers in the hospitality industry.

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SMART SERVE PREP

Be prepared to take you Smart Serve Certification necessary to work in the industry.

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INTERVIEW TECHNIQUES

Gain the confidence to present your new skills to book the jobs you want.

ENROLL NOW

FOR A LIMITED TIME SAVE $100

$499

+TAX

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FAST TRACK

CERTIFIED IN ONE WEEK

4 consecutive weekday classes
Monday - Thursday
9:30am - 4:30pm

ACCELERATED

CERTIFIED IN TWO WEEKS

4 weekend classes over 2 weeks
Saturday & Sunday
9:30am - 4:30pm

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Give the gift of knowledge

Valid for one complete Bartender Certification Course at The Toronto Institute of Bartending. An ideal gift for aspiring bartenders or anyone passionate about cocktails!

TORONTO'S MOST TRUSTED BARTENDING SCHOOL SINCE 2002

We’ve trained over 70,000 students with hands-on, employer-recognized training that gets results. Based in Toronto's Distillery Historic District, our graduates leave with the skills, confidence, and credentials to stand out and get hired in today’s hospitality industry!
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