IFCO Vins

IFCO Formations is a French training organization specializing in careers across wine, viticulture and craft beer. With centres in Marseille-Aubagne, Paris, Bordeaux and Lyon, it offers professional, career-focused courses for people entering the industry, changing careers or developing their skills. Its programs include a BTSA in Viticulture and Oenology, training for wine and spirits sales advisers, zythologists, brewers and viticulture and oenology technicians, including specialist study in organic and biodynamic methods.

Courses also cover practical skills such as tasting, sales, vineyard work, grape harvesting and winemaking, with pathways available in work-study formats. IFCO describes its qualifications as state-recognized and registered with the RNCP, and the organization is certified Qualiopi. Its training prepares learners for roles such as vineyard technician, tractor operator, cellar worker, winemaker, cellar master, wine merchant, sales professional, brewer and beer specialist.

IFCO also supports students seeking employer partners and provides information about funding, student life and opportunities for businesses