The Cicerone Certification Program released new info about the Advanced Cicerone exam on Sept 21st, 2015. Here's a summary of the important stuff:

  • The first AC exams will be in Chicago on Feb 2nd and 3rd. If you want an exam you'll need to enter a lottery starting on Oct 1st.

  • East Coast and West Coast AC exam dates will also be announced on Oct 1st. It's a one day exam with 24 seats.

  • The AC exam will cost $595. Retaking the tasting portion will be $200. Retaking the written portion will be $275.

  • The exam will include two oral sections involving hands-on presentations.

  • You'll need an 80% overall and 75% minimum on the tasting portion to pass.

More info can be found here:

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