I'm interested in getting certified as a beer sommelier. Are there any programs that are legit and recognized by the craft brew world?
Cicerone is the word you are looking for. And this is generally considered the most respected certification. http://www.cicerone.org/index.php And here is the list of cicerones and master cicerones and who they work for http://www.cicerone.org/certified/cicerone/index.php?page=1&ipp=All&