SCA BARISTA SKILLS FOUNDATION
Course Format
This course is available both in-person and online. For remote participation, you’ll need reliable internet access and a laptop or tablet. Espresso equipment is optional.
Course Length – 6.5 hours
What You’ll Learn
- Coffee Beans
- Workspace Management
- Espresso Process
- Extraction & Brewing
- Sensory Skills
- Milk
- Espresso Menu
- Cleaning & Safety
- Water Quality
- Customer Service
Required Prerequisites
None
Recommended Prerequisites
Introduction to Coffee
Course Fees
$645 — includes instruction, coffee supplies, course materials (digital or print). Lunch is included.
Assessment
No practical exam is required. A written exam will be delivered via email. You’ll have 21 days to complete it, with two attempts allowed. A passing score is 60%.
Membership Requirement
Membership with the Specialty Coffee Association is required before registering for this class. Visit the SCA website and sign up for a free or paid membership. They will email you a link to create your SCA account and give you an account number. You will need to enter your SCA account number on the registration form. Here is a link to the SCA Membership page.