Please note that we will be adding sessions as needed, so check back frequently to keep advised of all that we have going on! All times stated are in Central Time.
- Click here to download a list of webinar recordings available on SWE’s Webinar Library: SWE Webinar Library
February 2026
The Insider’s Guide to the CWE Exam
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
If you are considering stepping up to the Certified Wine Educator credential, this session is for you! We’ll discuss the exam itself (multiple choice, essay, and tasting portions) as well as the resources available to students for study and skills practice. You’ll also have a chance to ask any questions that have been weighing on your mind. If you are considering whether the CWE is your next step (or just want to know more about the process), this 60-minute session is for you!
Login Instructions: At the appointed time, just click on this link: Wednesday, February 11—at 7:00 pm am central time—The Insider’s Guide to the CWE Exam. There is no need to register in advance.
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- When the SWE Adobe Connect homepage appears, click on “enter as a guest,” type in your name, and click “enter room.” There is no need for a dial-in number; audio will be available via the speakers on your computer or mobile device.
- If you have never attended an Adobe Connect event before, it is also a good idea to test your connection ahead of time (just click on the link).
- If you are having any trouble with your Adobe Connect connection, please see our SWE webinar Trouble-shooting page.
The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
If you are currently pursuing the CSW Certification, or considering the CSW as your next stage of professional development, this one-hour session is for you! This online workshop will cover all aspects of the CSW, including what the test covers, how difficult the test is, what type of questions to expect, the resources available to students, and how long SWE recommends for study before sitting the exam.
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- This webinar is open to the public, and there is no need to register in advance.
- If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org
- Login instructions will be posted a few days before the scheduled date.
- If you can’t make this session, have no fear…this webinar is repeated at least once a month.
Bordeaux Blanc
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
Bordeaux is known for big red wines, fancy châteaux, and luscious dessert wines. While these certainly show up in many a wine lover’s dreams…the dry white wines of the region represent a lighter (and, perhaps, more accessible) side to Bordeaux. Join Jane A. Nickles, SWE’s Director of Education and Certification, on a deep dive into the dry white wines of Bordeaux.
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- This is a members-only webinar, and advance registration is required.
- To secure your spot, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org.
- A recorded version of this webinar will be available on the member portal of the SWE website after the conclusion of the live session.
March 2026
The Low-down on Low Alcohol
This session will be presented by Ben Coffelt, CSE, CWE
Consumers and guests continue to show a growing preference for low and no-alcohol beverage options in restaurants and at the store. What is driving this category? What can restaurants and suppliers do to help meet this need? We’ll analyze the various motivations and trends that might be driving consumer behavior, profile who the typical low/no-alcohol consumer is, highlight several ways the beverage industry is responding, and look at how strong the trend may be.
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- This is a members-only webinar, and advance registration is required.
- To secure your spot, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org.
- A recorded version of this webinar will be available on the member portal of the SWE website after the conclusion of the live session.
The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam March
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
If you are currently pursuing the CSW Certification, or considering the CSW as your next stage of professional development, this one-hour session is for you! This online workshop will cover all aspects of the CSW, including what the test covers, how difficult the test is, what type of questions to expect, the resources available to students, and how long SWE recommends for study before sitting the exam.
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- This webinar is open to the public, and there is no need to register in advance.
- If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org
- Login instructions will be posted a few days before the scheduled date.
- If you can’t make this session, have no fear…this webinar is repeated at least once a month.
April 2026
The Insider’s Guide to the CSS Exam April
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
This is one for the spirits crowd!! if you are interested in pursuing the CSS Certification, or just a spirits lover-bartender-mixologist-beverage aficionado that is interested in learning more about spirits and the CSS, this one-hour session is for you! Join our Director of Education, Jane A. Nickles, and learn what to expect from the CSS!
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- This webinar is open to the public, and there is no need to register in advance.
- If you can’t make this session, have no fear…this webinar is repeated several times a year.
- Login instructions will be posted a few days before the scheduled date.
- If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org.
- A recorded version of this webinar will be available on the member portal of the SWE website after the conclusion of the live session.
The Insider’s Guide to the CWE Exam April
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
If you are considering stepping up to the Certified Wine Educator credential, this session is for you! We’ll discuss the exam itself (multiple choice, essay, and tasting portions) as well as the resources available to students for study and skills practice. You’ll also have a chance to ask any questions that have been weighing on your mind. If you are considering whether the CWE is your next step (or just want to know more about the process), this 60-minute session is for you!
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- This webinar is open to the public, and there is no need to register in advance.
- If you can’t make this session, have no fear…this webinar is repeated several times a year.
- Login instructions will be posted a few days before the scheduled date.
- If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org.
- A recorded version of this webinar will be available on the member portal of the SWE website after the conclusion of the live session.
- If you have any questions about SWE’s webinars, please contact our Director of Education, Jane Nickles, at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org
Mount Etna and Beyond—the Wines of Sicily
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
For more than 2500 years, the island of Sicily has been a significant center of wine production in the Mediterranean. From the slopes of Mount Etna to the coastal plains, Sicily produces a range of wines—from Marsala to Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Moscato di Pantelleria, and beyond—the wines of Sicily are both ancient and timeless…and consistently delicious! Join Jane A. Nickles, SWE’s Director of Education and Certification, on one-hour tour of the wines of Sicily.
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- This is a members-only webinar, and advance registration is required.
- To secure your spot, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org.
- A recorded version of this webinar will be available on the member portal of the SWE website after the conclusion of the live session.
May 2026
The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam May
This session will be presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE
If you are currently pursuing the CSW Certification, or considering the CSW as your next stage of professional development, this one-hour session is for you! This online workshop will cover all aspects of the CSW, including what the test covers, how difficult the test is, what type of questions to expect, the resources available to students, and how long SWE recommends for study before sitting the exam.
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- This webinar is open to the public, and there is no need to register in advance.
- If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jane Nickles at jnickles@societyofwineeducators.org
- Login instructions will be posted a few days before the scheduled date.
- If you can’t make this session, have no fear…this webinar is repeated at least once a month.
