CAREERS IN COFFEE
Course Details
The qualification centres on coffee and, in particular, espresso. However, it also incorporates filter coffee, tea, chocolate, juices and smoothies. Four areas of learning are covered:
- Background to the raw materials
- Producing a range of speciality drinks
- How to operate, care for and maintain the equipment
- Looking after customers
The barista training course consists of a minimum of 20 hours of class time and practice in the workplace before practical and written assessments. The training course lasts for three days.