This course allows learners to gain an introductory understanding of the coffee itself as well as foundational barista skills required to set a grinder, make espressos, foam and texture milk and latte art techniques as per SCA quality standards, while implementing health and safety practices and customer service.

This course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course. It is ideal for someone who has barista skills experience and wants to explore how to improve coffee quality and prepare for more complex job functions.

SCA Barista Skills Foundation completion required

This course is designed to test advanced skills and detailed knowledge of the science behind processes used by a professional barista. Successful candidates will have explored and demonstrated the advanced skills typically expected of a head barista. 

SCA Barista Skills Intermediate completion required

This course introduces the essentials of sensory evaluation in a practical and interactive manner. It investigates the way human senses influence perception and how to apply this knowledge when evaluating coffee’s characteristics. Learners gain the ability to differentiate certain sensorial aspects of coffee including body, acidity, bitterness, and more.

This course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course and prepares the learner for more complex job functions in the sensory evaluation of coffee and related products

SCA Sensory Skills Foundation completion required

This course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Intermediate course and prepares the learner for managerial job functions in the sensory evaluation of coffee and related products.

SCA Sensory Skills Intermediate completion required