SCA Barista Skills Foundation
Will I take an exam?
Yes. Every course ends with a practical assessment and a written test, both based on what's covered. Pass both and you'll receive an SCA certificate, which counts towards the SCA Coffee Skills Diploma.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. Once you pass the short practical and written exam, you'll receive an SCA Barista Skills Foundation certificate, recognised by cafés and employers worldwide. Processing fee included in price.
What should I bring?
Just yourself. We provide everything you need to learn. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes, as you'll be on your feet.
About SCA Barista Skills Foundation
About the course
A rigorous introduction to espresso. You'll study the variables behind extraction: grind, dose, yield, time and temperature. You'll also learn how each one shapes what ends up in the cup. Theory is taught to SCA standards by an Authorised SCA Trainer, then put to work on professional equipment.
What you'll learn
- The science of espresso extraction and the variables that control it
- Brew ratios and recipe design
- Grind size, particle distribution and flow
- The chemistry of milk and how heat affects sweetness and texture
- Sensory analysis: identifying under- and over-extraction
Who it's for
Home enthusiasts who want to understand the theory behind their setup, and anyone who wants a solid grounding in espresso science.
What's included
- 1 day of training
- Practical and written SCA exam
- SCA Foundation certificate (5 points towards the SCA Coffee Skills Diploma)
- Certificate fee included
Course details
- Trainer: Goiuri, Authorised SCA Trainer
- Group size: Minimum 3 people, maximum 8 people
- Location: Unit 1, LJ Works, Old Spike Roastery, 7 Gastineau Yard, London SW9 7FA
- Duration: 1 day, 10am-5pm
- Prerequisites: None
Celebrating 10 Years of social impact through coffee.
We roast in London and run cafés across the city. The business and the Employment Programme are the same thing: every bag, wholesale account and flat white funds training and paid work for people who have experienced homelessness.
