Whether you want to become a grape grower, a winemaker, or just expand your knowledge of this growing industry, Northampton Community College's new "Wine Specialist Certificate: From Vineyard to Table" program will give you everything you need to get started.

The program is designed to deepen your knowledge about growing grapes and producing wine. The certificate program includes eight classes with classroom instruction and vineyard visits, for a total of 58 hours.Beginning in the spring, and continuing through summer and fall, participants will first study grape growing and continue to wine production. Additional wine appreciation courses will be scheduled each semester. Vineyard trips will be scheduled on weekends.To receive a certificate, all courses must be completed within a two-year period. Participants must be at least 21 years of age. Courses include: Wine Essentials, The World of Wine and Its Vineyards, The Growth of PA Vineyards, Great Grapes, Grape Expectations, From Vine to Wine, Finishing Touches and Tasting Like a Pro.The first certificate course, Wine Essentials, will be offered on Tuesdays, Feb. 9 to March 1, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at NCC's Bethlehem Campus. The fee is $119. Other courses offered for spring and summer semesters include:The World of Wine and Its Vineyards: March 15 to April 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $145The Growth of PA Vineyards: April 26 to May 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $119Great Grapes: June 14-June 28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $96For more information or to register, visit

www.northampton.edu/lifelearn.