This class is ideal for;

  • A Barista that has been working for 1 month or more and wants to know more about coffee extraction

  • Someone interested in sensory development (for espresso based drinks)

  • A Barista that wants the SCA Coffee Diploma

  • A Barista that can already pour basic love heart patterns and wants to start doing more advanced patterns

  • Someone that wants to know how to program coffee equipment

  • Anyone that wants to know how to use a refractometer and the SCA extraction standards

  • An aspiring barista trainer that wants to know a tried and tested delivery method for teaching

 

Training Outcomes

lesson goals

by the end of this lesson you will be able to calibrate / dial in espresso extraction to SCA standards, program coffee machines and grinders, identify under-extraction and over-extraction by tasting it, be able to prepare multiple beverage orders efficiently, and pour Latte Art patterns consistently, .


Prerequisites (mandatory): SCA Barista Intermediate certificate (dated 3 months prior to Professional course date)

 
 

Course Structure

ONLINE;

  • Introduction Video’s - (2.5hrs) to watch from your smart phone anytime before day one

First Day;

  • Practical - 10am to 4pm (complimentary lunch around 12:30pm)

Second Day;

  • Practical - 10am to 4pm (complimentary lunch around 12:30pm)

Third Day;

  • Practical - 10am to 4pm (complimentary lunch around 12:30pm)

ONLINE;

  • Study - you’ll receive the course booklet to study

  • Online Exam - completed within 21 days of completing practical

 
 

Why train with us?

  • You will be taught by a coffee expert (not a class room teacher) that teaches real world practices (not just theory)

  • We’ve served over 70,000,000 cups of our coffee to more than 1,400,000 happy customers at our Melbourne Cafe & Roastery

  • We’ve trained over 3000 Barista’s and have developed our own course material over 12+ years (most teachers just copy other teachers)

  • Our course material is up to date and current (not traditional “Italian” or “European” out of date practices)

  • The classes are designed to allow maximum interaction with the trainer so you can get personal attention (2 per grinder, group & steam wand)

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where are the classes held?

A: The classes are held at our partner cafe Kalico in Taman Titiwangsa KL (see map below)

Q: Do I need to bring anything to the class?

A: You are welcome to a bring pen and paper if you like to write your own notes but everything you need for the course will be provided, including a PDF handout with all the course material

Q: What languages are available?

A: Currently we only have classes available in English

Q: Is the SCA Certificate included in the price?

A: Yes it is!

Q: Can I arrive and pay on the date?

A: Unfortunately not, we need to plan accurately for each class and require prepayment