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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 job-search support to land your first shift.
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1,000+ Google reviews
Upcoming Start Dates
Next class starts Mon, Aug 17
Day Classes
10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Tue · Aug 18
Evening Classes
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Mon · Aug 17
Weekend Classes
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sat · Sep 12
📍 319 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC
Register NowThe Experience
A Day at Fine Art Bartending School Vancouver
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 ($50 value, yours to keep)
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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
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
50+ 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
$799
Includes all materials and certification
Days
Tue · Aug 18
Evenings
Mon · Aug 17
Weekends
Sat · Sep 12
🔒 Lifetime free retakes of the course
Graduates
They got jobs. So can you.
Real Vancouver graduates on the training, the certificate, and landing their first shift.
Elisa
Got hired two weeks after graduating.
Taiga
So worth every single penny.
Zoe
Best $799 I have ever spent.
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 $799 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 $799, 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.
Ready to learn bartending?
Small cohorts. Three flexible schedules. 7-day program.
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