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All of these courses include the SCA Certification Fee and Examination Cost, for courses not accredited please see our in house courses here: SEAM Courses. These prices are for local courses held at the Seam Training Lab in Johannesburg, South Africa. For international enquiries please contact: claire@seam.coffee
Groups of 4-6 people.
The Barista Skills Foundation course focuses on the foundational skills required to set an espresso grinder, make espresso, steam and texture milk for cappuccinos. This course allows one to gain an introductory understanding of the coffee itself and set a foundation from which to build practical skills for milk technique and latte art, while implementing health and safety practices and customer service.
Duration:9am to 3pm across 2 days
Prerequisites:There are no prerequisites for this course but aims to build on an existing basic understanding.
Inclusions:Exam and certificate fee, lunch & snacks each day, all equipment and necessary ingredients.
Certification:An online exam of 20 questions requiring 60% to pass. Practical application demonstrated. Contributes 5 points to SCA Coffee Skills Diploma.
Next Dates: TBC
Groups of 4-6 people.
The SCA Barista Skills Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course. This course requires both a practical application and a theoretical understanding of coffee itself, specifically looking at the impact of varietal, origin and processing methods on flavour. We will look in-depth at the parameters of quantity, grind size, water quality and extraction times as they interact in a brew recipe; constructing drinks and taste differences, workflow management and efficiency, milk handling techniques and latte art.
In addition to this we will explore the sensory aspects of espresso extraction, key aspects of health and safety, customer service skills and basic business practices.
Duration:9am to 3pm across 3 days
Prerequisites:There are no mandatory pre-requisites for this course but SCA Barista Foundation Skills is recommended.
Inclusions:Exam and certificate fee, lunch & snacks each day, all equipment and necessary ingredients.
Certification:Online exam requiring 70% to pass, a practical exam pass on each section. Contributes 10 points to SCA Coffee Skills Diploma
Course dates TBC
Groups of 4 people.
The SCA Barista Skills Professional course is designed to test advanced barista skills and to approach the professional barista environment through the application of science behind the processes used in the professional environment. Successful learners should have a detailed understanding of high quality ingredients and the techniques available to maximise quality in any drinks that are made. Knowledge in equipment maintenance, managing others to perform their best, and giving excellent customer service will be required.
Duration:9am to 3pm across 4 days
Prerequisites:There SCA Intermediate Barista Skills is a pre-requisite for this course. 6-12 months experience in a professional environment is encouraged.
Inclusions:Exam and certificate fee, lunch & snacks each day, all equipment and necessary ingredients.
Certification:Online exam requiring 80% to pass, a practical exam pass on each section. Contributes 15 points to SCA Coffee Skills Diploma
Course dates TBC
Groups of 4-6 people.
This course covers the SCA Barista Skills Foundation and Intermediate Course material in one course across the four days. It covers the foundations of coffee and espresso making as well as the more advanced understanding of the practical application of the impacts of varietal, processing, origin, brew parameters, brew recipes, water quality on espresso brewing. It also handles milk teaming techniques and basic latte art.
Duration:9am to 3pm across 4 days
Prerequisites:The are no prerequisites but a few months experience in a working environment is beneficial. Good for baristas and managers looking to pursue excellence in their workplace.
Inclusions:Exam and certificate fee, lunch & snacks each day, all equipment and necessary ingredients.
Certification:2 Online exams requiring 70&80% to pass, a practical exam pass on each section. Contributes 15 points to SCA Coffee Skills Diploma
Course Dates: TBC
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