Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) has a new certificate program for students interested in a career in craft brewing. Brewing and Fermentation Science is launching its first classes this fall under the college.
"Transform your passion for craft brewing into a new career at Rowan College at Burlington County," said RCBC President Dr. Michael A. Cioce. "Learn from experts in the field and earn credentials to work in a taproom or run your own microbrewery. I look forward to toasting all the future graduates of our Brewing and Fermentation Science certificate."
"I'm thrilled to be moving the wheels of this innovative certificate forward at RCBC. This certificate will enhance our students' skills to serve the growing craft brewing industry while creating a direct pathway from education to employment within our community,” said RCBC’s Dean of Humanities, Business, and Social Sciences Dr. Francis Canedo. “By launching in fall 2025 with back-to-back seven-week accelerated courses, we're empowering students to complete their credits sooner and transition seamlessly into this exciting workforce. The Brewing and Fermentation Science certificate represents our commitment to responsive education that meets both industry demands and student passions."
RCBC's brewery certificate is set to equip students with workforce-ready skills for starting their own microbrewery, working in a brewery setting, or bartending. They'll learn each step of the fermentation process with their own stainless steel brewing kits to produce high-quality beer. Hospitality and food safety will also be emphasized, and students will become acquainted with how to best communicate and work effectively in a brewing environment.
Students who start the certificate now can take two online courses this fall, Introduction to Brewing and Brewing Analysis and Quality Assurances. In fall 2026, two in-person courses will begin, Practical Malting and Brewing and a Brewing and Fermentation Science Internship. Students must be at least 21-years-old to take Practical Malting and Brewing, and the internship.
A partnership among RCBC, King's Road Brewing Company, and the Community House of Moorestown, plans to establish the first education-based microbrewery in New Jersey that will facilitate the curriculum of this certificate. Students can earn hands-on, authentic brewery experience with the accommodations of the space, which will include giant stainless steel tanks used in brewing and fermenting and a bar and tasting room.
Breweries have become popular commodities throughout the country, with more than 50 breweries in South Jersey alone. This certificate will prepare students for entry into this trending field.
Visit rcbc.edu/academics/business/brewing-and-fermentation-science to learn more.
