SCA Barista Skills – Foundation

SCA Barista Skills – Foundation course, designed for learners with no previous experience to gain an introductory understanding of coffee. Also, one would gain the foundational skills required to operate an espresso bar. Further, it is the stepping stone to the coffee industry.
Using theoretical and practical hands-on training the Authorised SCA trainer will take you through this Barista Skills Foundation course. 

Note: Since the course is part of the foundation modules for the Coffee Diploma. On completion, 5 credits will be awarded.

What you will learn & Gain?

1. Definition of specialty coffee and criteria.
2. Introduction to espresso, espresso Extraction, and milk steaming/texturing.
3. The Essential Elements of espresso and milk
4. Introduction to standard milk-based coffee beverages.
5. The sensory aspect of espresso.
6. Learn the craft of Latte art.
7. Certificate of course completion from SCAI and SCA (if you opt. for 1).
8. Gain insight into the education system fashioned at “Specialty Coffee of India (SCAI).

Who Should Attend?

SCA Barista Skills Foundation is suitable for:

• Budding Home Baristas.
• Aspiring baristas / Individuals keen to pursue a career in the coffee industry.
• Coffee Enthusiasts.

Course methodology:

Language: English

• In-person classroom session (2 Days – inclusive of the practical exam).
• Module-specific lectures to explain concepts and theories about barista skills and coffee.
• Practical activities include demonstrations and practice time allocated for espresso extraction & milk texturing. Further, achieving recommended extraction, the texture of milk, and ratio.
• Mutual sharing and feedback.
• Practical exam to check your understanding and barista skills (Milk texturing, extracting espresso, latte art).
• An online exam will be held by SCA and the link will be shared with learners. Further, learners will have up to 20 days to finish it.

Note: Upon 2 failed attempts students may choose to pay a re-enroll/ re-exam fee for SCA certification or opt out of the exam if they choose to. Hence, no SCA certificate will be issued. However, a certificate of completion from SCAI will be provided. Further, The course fee includes course learning material, SCA examination, and certification. You will be eligible for the SCA Foundation Certificate (if you have opted for 1) once you complete the course and obtain a passing mark for the theory exam (online).