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For: Aspiring baristas or coffee hobbyists looking to understand the basics of specialty coffee. Learn the practical skills you need behind the espresso bar.
This Course is a full face-to-face class -- Refer to "Inclusive of" section for more details.
SCA Barista Skills Foundation provides you with a first taste of the Barista discipline and is a great way to get insight into the skills required of a barista including espresso preparation, steaming and texturing milk for cappuccinos, and maintaining a clean bar. No prior knowledge is needed before taking this module.
Course Overview
The E-learning module of “What is Specialty Coffee” is provided to all students that sign up for our SCA Foundation Courses to teach the basic coffee concepts. All students are required to attend as it provides basis to the SCA framework.
What you will learn:
- Coffee journey from seed to cup
- Differences between Robusta and Arabica coffee
- Introduction of specialty coffee and trends
- Gain insight into the Bettr Barista coffee education system
(Face-to-Face Classroom Practical)
- Espresso Basics
- Grinder Adjustment
- Milk Steaming Techniques
- Hands-on Practice
- Cleaning and Maintenance
This course is also available as part of a combo (beginner + intermediate) and a series (foundation series). Get in touch to find out more. Discounts are applicable.
Despite her young age, Levina is passionate and knowledgeable. Outstanding, with a very good command of language and very clear in her explanation, smooth with her skills, like a veteran in the industry. Xueru Chng - Jul 19
This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible (for Singaporeans).
Additional UTAP training benefit is available for NTUC members.
Gloria is very professional and passionate about coffee. She sets very high standards and constantly pushed us to try to achieve those standards. Siwei Li - Jul 19
Hey Shaun! Thanks for the lesson today the guidance through the hands on sessions were GREAT. Hopefully I'll be able to attend your session again for future classes. Sequin - Nov 18
You will be eligible for the SCA Foundation Certificate once you complete the course and obtain a passing mark for the theory exam (online).
Note: Theory re-exam/re-enrolment fee is S$40.00 (upon 2 failed attempts)
Students may also opt out of the exam if they choose to. There will be no SCA certification given in this case, but a certificate of completion from Bettr Barista.
We require a minimum of 3 students to run the class on the stipulated dates, if we do not meet the requirement, students will be informed accordingly and moved to the next available date.
Please read our Terms and Conditions page to learn more about rescheduling/cancellation policies.
E-learning (45 mins) - What is Specialty Coffee? (You will only need to complete this once, if you are signed up for multiple SCA Foundation classes)
Face-to-Face Classroom (8.5 hours)- The theory and practical components of the module will be taught in person by an instructor at our Academy.
Exam - theory (online)
The course fee includes course learning material, SCA examination and certification.
$480.00 incl. GST
* Kit add-ons are not eligible for SkillsFuture credits
Barista Starter Kit - A Bag of Roaster's Choice Signature Blend (250g) + Milk Jug (400ml) + Shot Glass
Barista Pro Kit - A Bag of Roaster's Choice Signature Blend (250g) + Milk Jug (600ml) + Shot Glass + Counter Brush + Cafelat Tamper (58mm) + Barista Scale