Barista Skills - Level Foundation

The Barista Skills Foundation course allows learners to gain an introductory understanding of the coffee itself as well as the foundational skills required of a barista.

The course covers the following topics:

• Set of a grinder, make espressos, foam and texture milk and latte art techniques as per SCA quality standards
• Implementing health and safety practices and customer service
• Prepare the learner to conduct key foundational tasks of a barista

A written exam tests theoretical knowledge based on Foundation course learning objectives.

Barista Skills - Level Intermediate

The Barista Skills Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course. It is ideal for someone who has barista skills experience and wants to explore how to improve coffee quality and prepare for more complex job functions found in the barista profession.

The course covers the following topics:

• Deep understanding of the coffee itself, specifically the impact of a coffee’s variety, origins, and processing methods on flavor
• The parameters of coffee quantity, grind texture, water quality, and shot time and their interaction when dialing in a brew recipe
• Drink construction and taste differences
• Workflow management and efficiency
• Sensory aspects of the espresso extraction
• Milk handling and techniques as well as latte art
• Key concepts regarding health and safety, customer service, and basic business practices

A written exam tests Intermediate course knowledge while a practical exam assesses the learner’s ability in terms of grinder calibration, espresso extraction analysis, latte art skills, and drinks construction.

Additional Information:

• Levels: Foundation and Intermediate
• Date: Choose Date
• Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Duration: 4 days total (1 day for Foundation, 1 day off, 2 days for Intermediate)
• Location: Jeddah, Caffeinelab Coffee Roasters 
• A trainee will gain an SCA certificate for each level
• Required exams: Written exam with a passing score of 60% for Foundation, Written exam with a passing score of 70% and Practical exam for Intermediate
• Required Prerequisites: None for Foundation, Barista Skills Level Foundation for Intermediate
• The course will be conducted in Arabic,
• Limited 6 seats available