This class is for those that aspire to go above and beyond the standard work of a Barista. It is designed to prepare you to manage an espresso bar, create menus and oversee cost of goods, and lead a team of baristas. We will also be learning advanced equipment maintenance techniques as well as how to replace wear and tare parts of coffee machines and grinders.
PUT YOUR SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE TO THE TEST AND GET QUALIFIED!
Your skills and knowledge will be put to the test so you can get recognized for your detailed knowledge of the science and art to making espresso based beverages. It is for advanced students only, successful applicants should have a detailed understanding of their ingredients and the techniques available to maximize the quality of the drinks made.
This class is ideal for;
A Barista that has been working for 6 months or more and wants to learn the science of espresso extraction
Someone interested in sensory development for espresso
A Barista that wants the SCA Coffee Diploma
Someone that wants to know how to maintain 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
COURSE
trainers
lecturer & ASSESsor
Tristan Creswick
Experience
Barista: 22 years +
Coffee Trainer: 14 years +
Barista Judge: 11 years +
COFFEE Roaster: 10 years +
Hospitality/ F&B: 23 years +
Qualifications
CSP Coffee Skills Diploma
Cert IV Training & Assessment
Authorised SCA Trainer (AST)
SCA Professional Barista
SCA Intermediate Brewer
SCA Professional Roaster
SKILLS COACH
Marcela Serrano aka Blue
Experience
BARISTA: 15 YEARS +
COFFEE TRAINER: 6 YEARS +
BARISTA JUDGE: 4 YEARS +
HOSPITALITY/ F&B: 16 YEARS+
Qualifications
CSP coffee skills dipLoma
SCA PROFESSIONAL BARISTA
SCA professional sensory
SCA FOUNDATION BREWING
SCA FOUNDATION ROASTING
SCA foundation sustainability
CQI POST-HARVEST PROC. LECTURER
CQI Q PROCESSING GENERALIST
COURSE
details
Objectives
course outcomes
By the end of this class learners will be able to;
calibrate / dial in espresso extraction to SCA standards
program coffee machines and grinders
define and describe origin characteristics
identify under-extraction and over-extraction by tasting it
be able to prepare multiple beverage orders efficiently
pour advanced Latte Art patterns consistently
supervise and coach a team of baristas
manage business cost of goods
replace grinder burs and group head gaskets and screens
and so much more!
After completing this course learners receive an SCA Barista Professional certificate and 25 points towards the Diploma
VIEW THE FULL COURSE SYLLABUS HERE
Schedule
COURSE STRUCTURE
Theory: online video lectures with Tristan to watch before practical begins (2.5 hours total)
Practical: activities at the Coffee Commune with Blue from 9am to 3pm with a 30 minute lunch break (6 hours total)
When: Monthly on Thursday’s (see exact dates in the booking form below)
Where: at the Coffee Commune (see map below)
Total Course Length: 8 hours
TO SEE THE exact course DATES GO TO THE REGISTRATION SECTION BELOW
Assessment
COURSE EXAMS
Practical Exam: N/A
Written Exam (theory): multiple choice test (online) with a 60% pass rate (12 correct answers out of 20 questions), to be completed within 21 days of completing the practical activities.
Price
learner fee
Course Cost: $245 (AUD)
SCA Certification & Exam Cost: USD$100 ($154 AUD)
TOTAL COST: $399.00 (AUD)
All inclusive, no hidden fees!
Location
brisbane, queensland, australia
The practical activities are conducted at the Coffee Commune in Bowen Hills.
Why Train With Us
You will be taught by a coffee professional (not a classroom teacher) that teaches real world practices (not just theory)
Our trainers have years of experience working in the specialty coffee industry as well as owning and operating their own coffee businesses
We’ve trained over 3500 Baristas and have developed our own original course material
We are the only barista school offering internationally recognised certification (by SCA) in Brisbane
Our classes are designed to allow maximum interaction with the trainer so you can get personal attention