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RVS® | REGISTER OF VINOLOGISTS AND SOMMELIERS
WTOL Academy offers unique, accredited continuing education for certified SVH Vinologists and Sommeliers. With a strong combination of online learning and in‑person instruction, we bring theory and practice together: learning and doing. This way, you continue to develop your professional knowledge and skills, and you stay up to date with the latest developments in the wine and hospitality industry.
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From €35,-
depending on the course
100 points
every 5 years
In-person & online
for every level
To retain your registration, you must accumulate a total of 100 training points within five years. As a general rule, one hour of training is equivalent to one training point. The points are divided between Category A and Category B.
Category A comprises accredited professional training courses and activities offered by WTOL Academy that have been accredited by the SVH. These activities can be found in the continuing professional development calendar.
Category B consists of optional activities related to the wine and hospitality sectors. These activities do not have to be offered by WTOL Academy.
A listing in the SVH Register of Vinologists/Sommeliers demonstrates that you have not only obtained a professional wine qualification, but that you continue to broaden and deepen your knowledge and skills thereafter. The registration is valid for five years. By earning sufficient training credits within this period, you can retain your registration and the rVS® title.
The register is intended for professionals who have obtained the SVH Vinologist/Sommelier qualification and can demonstrate that they are continuing to develop their skills within the wine industry.
Have you obtained a Level 4 wine qualification within a different educational system? If so, you may also be eligible for inclusion in the SVH Register of Vinologists and Sommeliers. Examples include: Vinologist from the Wijnacademie, WSET Level 4 and Weinakademiker. To apply, please submit a request to planning@wtol-academy.nl.
Within Category B, you can earn points through various subject-related activities. The activity must be submitted to the continuing professional development committee in advance. The committee will assess whether the activity counts towards your total and how many points will be awarded.
Do you run wine courses or specialist training at knowledge level 4, comparable to the level of a vinologist? You can earn a maximum of 10 training points for this. The application must be submitted to the continuing professional development committee in advance.
Taking part in a wine study trip, wine fair or conference can earn you up to 5 training points. The number of points available for each activity is specified for each year or study trip.
Do you work more than 32 hours a week in the wine or hospitality sector? If so, you can earn up to 10 training points. You must submit proof of your employment to the continuing professional development committee every year.
For writing articles in trade journals, books or other journalistic publications, you will receive 2 points per article, up to a maximum of 10 points. Please send proof of publication to the continuing professional development committee.
For taking part in the SVH Register Vinologist/Sommelier of the Year competition, you will receive 1 training point per round. The winner will also receive 2 extra points.
Other relevant activities may be submitted to the continuing professional development committee for assessment. A maximum of 10 training points per year applies to these.
SVH-CERTIFIED | RETAIN RVS® STATUS
Continue to invest in your knowledge of wine, accumulate 100 training points over five years and retain your listing in the SVH Register of Vinologists and Sommeliers.
20% discount
via De Horecabond
From €35,-
Depending on the course
100 points
every 5 years
In person or online
for every level
SVH-CERTIFIED | RETAIN RVS® STATUS
20% discount
via De Horecabond
From €35,-
depending on the course
100 points
every 5 years
In person or online
for every level
Continue to invest in your knowledge of wine, accumulate 100 training points over five years and retain your listing in the SVH Register of Vinologists and Sommeliers.
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SVH stands for Stichting Vakbekwaamheid Horeca (Foundation for Professional Competence in Hospitality).
The SVH Register Vinologist/Sommelier (rVS®) is an official register for vinologists and sommeliers who demonstrably maintain their professional knowledge through continuing education. With the rVS® registration, you show that you are actively investing in your professional development.
Vinologist or Sommelier is the diploma you have obtained. rVS® is an additional, temporary registration that shows you continue to invest in up‑to‑date knowledge and skills after completing your qualification.
Yes. rVS® is a recognized title within the wine and hospitality sector and is managed according to the guidelines of SVH. The registration is visible to employers, clients, and professionals in the field.
rVS® is intended for certified vinologists and sommeliers who take their profession seriously and wish to continue developing professionally—for example in hospitality, the wine trade, education, or as independent entrepreneurs.
You are eligible when you have obtained a recognized vinologist or sommelier diploma and are willing to collect continuing education points within a five‑year period.
For rVS® you need 100 continuing education points every five years. You collect these points by completing accredited continuing education activities.
Category A consists of compulsory, accredited continuing professional development.
Category B offers greater flexibility and consists of supplementary activities such as external courses, wine tours, specialist articles or industry events.
The rVS® registration is valid for five years. During this period, you must collect the required continuing education points to maintain or renew your registration.
After five years, you can renew your registration by demonstrating that you have obtained the required number of continuing education points. WTOL Academy supports you in this process by offering suitable continuing education options.
If you do not earn enough points, your rVS® registration will expire. You can reactivate your registration later once you meet the requirements again.
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You can also contact us directly. We are available by phone on weekdays between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. We’re happy to help you.
FOOD | WINE | HOSPITALITY
WTOL Academy offers unique, accredited continuing education for certified SVH Vinologists and Sommeliers. With a strong combination of online learning and in‑person instruction, we bring theory and practice together: learning and doing. This way, you continue to develop your professional knowledge and skills, and you stay up to date with the latest developments in the wine and hospitality industry.
After obtaining the SVH Vinologist/Sommelier diploma, you will be included in the SVH Register of Vinologists/Sommeliers. This demonstrates that you possess an excellent level of knowledge, can taste wine professionally, and actively maintain and develop your expertise.
By registering in the SVH Register of Vinologists/Sommeliers, you demonstrate that your professional competence is verifiably up to standard. You are permitted to use the recognized title SVH Registered Vinologist/Sommelier (rVS®) for a period of five years, and you may also include it after your name.
The rVS® title provides professional status and recognition in the market. To support this, a toolkit is available with official materials that you can use on, for example, your business card, website, or brochure.
The granting and retention of inclusion in the SVH Register of Vinologists/Sommeliers is carried out in accordance with the official regulations for training points. Within both Category A and Category B, the following applies:
1 training point = 1 hour of training.
Below you will find an explanation of the different categories.
Please note:
Have you obtained a level 4 diploma within another qualification framework? If so, you may also be eligible for inclusion in the SVH Register of Vinologists/Sommeliers.
Examples include: Vinoloog van de Wijnacademie, WSET Level 4, or Weinakademiker.
To request this, please submit an application via planning@wtol-academy.nl.
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Category A consists of accredited subject‑specific training and activities offered by WTOL Academy, which holds official SVH recognition for this purpose. These activities can be found in the continuing education schedule.
Category B consists of elective activities related to the wine and hospitality industry. These activities do not need to be offered by WTOL Academy.
Conditions:
Every SVH Vinologist/Sommelier earns training points for inclusion in the public register.
Further training that focuses on broadening the knowledge and expertise of the vinologist/sommelier from the perspective of wine & food pairing (wine & dine).
This primarily concerns a broadening of practical applicability, so that the vinologist/sommelier can operate and advise in a broader sense within the hospitality industry.
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SVH stands for Stichting Vakbekwaamheid Horeca (Foundation for Professional Competence in Hospitality).
The SVH Register Vinologist/Sommelier (rVS®) is an official register for vinologists and sommeliers who demonstrably maintain their professional knowledge through continuing education. With the rVS® registration, you show that you are actively investing in your professional development.
“Vinologist or Sommelier is the diploma you have obtained.
rVS® is an additional, temporary registration that shows you continue to invest in up‑to‑date knowledge and skills after completing your qualification.”
Yes. rVS® is a recognized title within the wine and hospitality sector and is managed according to the guidelines of SVH. The registration is visible to employers, clients, and professionals in the field.
rVS® is intended for certified vinologists and sommeliers who take their profession seriously and wish to continue developing professionally—for example in hospitality, the wine trade, education, or as independent entrepreneurs.
You are eligible when you have obtained a recognized vinologist or sommelier diploma and are willing to collect continuing education points within a five‑year period.
For rVS® you need 100 continuing education points every five years. You collect these points by completing accredited continuing education activities.
Categorie A bestaat uit verplichte, erkende nascholing.
Categorie B biedt meer vrijheid en bestaat uit aanvullende activiteiten zoals externe cursussen, wijnreizen, vakinhoudelijke artikelen of brancheactiviteiten.
The rVS® registration is valid for five years. During this period, you must collect the required continuing education points to maintain or renew your registration.
After five years, you can renew your registration by demonstrating that you have obtained the required number of continuing education points. WTOL Academy supports you in this process by offering suitable continuing education options.
If you do not earn enough points, your rVS® registration will expire. You can reactivate your registration later once you meet the requirements again.
Please fill out the contact form here. You can also contact us directly via
E: info@WTOL-Academy.nl
T: 085 27 35 181.
We are available by phone on weekdays between 09:00 and 17:00. We are happy to assist you.