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Coffee Skills Program

Specialty Coffee Association

Certificate

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The Coffee Skills Program is our modular training system designed to build practical expertise across all aspects of specialty coffee. From foundational barista techniques to advanced sensory analysis, you'll gain hands-on skills you can immediately apply in the industry.

Duration

4-6 hours

Format

Hybrid

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Detailed information about this program

1) Choose Your Program Select from our range of certificate programs, each focusing on different aspects of coffee expertise — from brewing and roasting to green coffee and sustainability. 2) Complete Your Training Take part in a mix of hands-on and remote learning, delivered by authorized SCA Trainers. The delivery method of your course will depend on your location and module — either in-person, online, or a mix of both. 3) Pass Your Assessment Demonstrate your knowledge and skills through practical and written examinations. Once successful, you'll earn your globally-recognized certificate, while earning credit towards an SCA Skills Diploma.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Operate espresso equipment to SCA standards
  • Steam and texture milk for espresso-based beverages
  • Create latte art using SCA techniques
  • Calibrate grinders for espresso extraction
  • Develop brew recipes for espresso
  • Manage workflow in a café environment
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Baristas35-3023.01
  • Food Preparation Workers35-2021.00
  • Waiters and Waitresses35-3031.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Multiple payment methods including cash, card, and mobile pay — process efficiently and reconcile minor discrepancies independently during a standard café shift.
  • Full hot and cold beverage menu including espresso drinks, blended coffees, and teas — prepare consistently and to brand standards with minimal oversight.
  • Concurrent customer orders during moderate rush periods — coordinate intake and relay across a two- to three-person service team without supervisor prompting.
  • Daily cleaning schedule for equipment and service zones — execute independently and flag maintenance needs to shift leads in a high-traffic café.
  • Customer preferences and dietary questions — address using solid menu knowledge and suggest suitable alternatives in a routine counter-service interaction.
  • Dining room and service counter cleanliness — monitor and restore between customer waves using established sanitation protocols.
  • Baked goods and light food accompaniments — serve and upsell paired items by applying basic product knowledge during customer interactions.
  • Salad and sandwich preparation — complete orders accurately within ticket-time targets in a café with a light food menu.
  • POS system reports and end-of-shift sales summaries — review and hand off to a shift lead with accurate totals and noted variances.
  • Social cues and customer mood — read and adapt communication style to de-escalate minor complaints and maintain positive service interactions.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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