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Commercial Bartender Certificate · Vancouver
Get Certified as a Commercial Bartender in 7 Days.
A hands-on program behind a real 22-foot bar. Walk out with an industry-recognized certificate, the skills employers hire for, and access exclusive job opportunities for graduates.
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1,000+ Google reviews
Upcoming Start Dates
Next class starts Tue, Oct 5
Day Classes
10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Tue · Sep 22
Evening Classes
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Mon · Oct 5
Weekend Classes
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sat · Oct 17
📍 319 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC
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Cocktail Recipes
7
Days, start to certified
22 ft
Real working bar
Live
POS & ticket training
1
Practical exam
∞
Free retakes for life
course outcomes
No Experience Needed. Qualify for Bartending Jobs.
From first pour to graduation, here's what a real training day behind the bar looks like.
What's Included
Bartending Course Overview
Everything you need to walk in confident and walk out certified.
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7 days hands-on, 25+ hours behind the 22-foot bar
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Industry-recognized Commercial Bartender Certificate (awarded Day 7)
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Course textbook
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Resume review by people who hire bartenders
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Vancouver Bartender Job Board access
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Unlimited free retakes for life
REAL STUDENT STORIES
They got jobs. So can you.
Be one of the 100s of our students who have successfully secured bartending jobs after the program.
Elisa
Got hired two weeks after graduating.
Taiga
So worth every single penny.
Zoe
Best $799 I have ever spent.
The Program
Months of training in just 7 days
Our comprehensive 7-day program covers all the essential skills you need to launch your bartending career with confidence.
What You'll Learn
Job-Ready Skills
100 classic cocktails and modern recipes
Speed pouring and multi-drink techniques
Spirits knowledge and flavour profiles
Customer service and upselling strategies
Bar setup, stocking, and closing procedures
Resume writing and interview prep
Flair bartending basics and presentation
25 hours of hands-on practice with real bar equipment
How It Works
7-Day Structure
Day 1
Introduction to bartending and bar setup essentials
Day 2
Bar basics, tools, glassware, and your first 10 drinks
Day 3
Spirits deep dive: whisky, vodka, gin, rum, tequila
Day 4
Customer service, upselling, and handling difficult guests
Day 5
Opening and closing procedures, inventory, and cash handling
Day 6
Resume building, interview skills, and job search strategies
Day 7
Final exam, speed test, and graduation
Enrol
Class Times & Pricing
$899
Includes all materials and certification
Days
Tue · Sep 22
Evenings
Mon · Oct 5
Weekends
Sat · Oct 17
🔒 Lifetime free retakes of the course
Inside the School
The Bar. The School. Your Experience.
A look inside our Gastown school: the 22-foot bar, the room, and the hands-on work.
Google Reviews
What Vancouver Says About Us.
★★★★★ 5.0 average · 1000+ verified Google reviews.
Fine Art Bartending Guarantee
Unlimited Retakes, Free of Charge
We stand behind our training 100%. If you don't feel job-ready after completing the course, you can retake any class, anytime, for free. No expiration. No excuses.
Free Retakes
Come back anytime, no questions asked
Certified Instructors
Industry veterans with real bar experience
Job-Ready Skills
Graduate with skills employers actually hire for
No risk. If you're not job-ready, come back for free. Read our policy for details.
Before You Enrol
Questions about the course
Still deciding? Here are the things students most often ask before they sign up.
How much does the commercial bartending course cost?
The course is $899 CAD, all-in. That includes your textbook, the Commercial Bartender Certificate, resume review, access to the Vancouver Bartender Job Board, and unlimited free retakes for life. There are no hidden fees or add-ons.
How long is the course?
The program runs over 7 class days, spread across roughly two weeks. You can choose daytime, evening, or weekend sessions, all formats cover the identical curriculum, so pick the schedule that works for your life.
What if I don't pass the exam on Day 7?
Unlimited free retakes are included in your $899, for life. There's no fee and no expiration. Plenty of students retake to sharpen up; it's a normal part of learning.
Do you use real alcohol in class?
No. We practise with coloured water so you can make 50+ drinks per class and focus on technique, recipes and speed, without anyone drinking on the job.
Will this actually help me get a job?
That's the goal. You finish with a recognised Commercial Bartender Certificate, a reviewed resume, interview prep, and access to our Vancouver Bartender Job Board where employers post openings.
Do I need Serving It Right (SIR) too?
SIR is a separate ~$35 BC government certificate to serve alcohol on the job. It's not part of our course (and isn't needed to attend, since we don't use real alcohol), but we recommend completing it before you start applying.
Class Times
When Classes Run
The curriculum is identical across all schedules. If you need a custom schedule or can't make a day, get in touch. We will try our best to accommodate!
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Days
10:00am – 1:30pm
Week 1: Tue–Fri · Week 2: Tue–Thu
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Evenings
6:00pm – 9:30pm
Week 1: Mon–Wed ; Week 2-3: Tue–Wed
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Evenings (Holiday)
6:00pm – 9:30pm
Week 1: Tue–Wed ; Week 2: Mon–Wed ; Week 3: Tue–Wed
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Weekends
10:00am – 2:00 pm
Week 1-3: Sat & Sun
Tuition & Payment
Ready to start bartending?
This course pays for itself. Invest in yourself. Earn it back behind the bar.
$899
Total tuition, everything included
$300+
Typical weekend shift with tips
≈3
Shifts to earn back your tuition
Earnings vary by venue, shift and experience; figures reflect typical Vancouver hospitality wages plus tips.
Pay in Full
$899
One payment, everything included. No hidden fees, no upsells, ever.
- Textbook & all materials
- Commercial Bartender Certificate
- Resume review + job board access
- Unlimited free retakes for life
Reserve With a Deposit
$199
Hold your seat today. Pay the remaining $700 up to 48 hours before your first class.
- Secures your spot in the cohort
- Balance of $700 due before Day 1
- Pay by Interac, Visa, Mastercard, Amex or PayPal
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