Barista Skills Foundation: The first step in your professional journey into the world of coffee
The Barista Skills Foundation course is the first of the three modules in the SCA Barista Program and serves as the ideal starting point for anyone wishing to enter the world of coffee and professional espresso preparation.
Course Details
Barista Skills – Foundation
Duration: 7 hours (one day)
Price: €300
Practical Information
Location: KIVU Specialty Coffee
Group size: 4–8 participants
Available dates:
- Friday, October 31st – 15:00 to 22:00
- Saturday, November 1st – 11:00 to 18:00
What You’ll Learn
During the course, participants gain a solid theoretical foundation and their first essential hands-on experience with barista equipment.
Theoretical Modules
The training covers all the key topics every professional barista needs to know:
- Differences between Arabica and Robusta coffee varieties
- Principles of storage and preserving coffee freshness
- Roast levels and how they affect flavor
- Cupping and tasting to understand flavor differences
- Introduction to bar equipment, types, and key terminology
- Workstation setup and organization
- Espresso extraction principles
- Espresso-based recipes (espresso, lungo, macchiato, etc.)
- Milk composition and factors affecting texture
- Steaming and pouring techniques
- Cappuccino ratio and proper serving methods
- Health & Safety principles in the workplace
- Cleaning routines and efficient bar management
Hands-On Practice
Beyond theory, participants will gain practical experience with both the grinder and the espresso machine.
You will learn how to:
- Correctly adjust the grinder,
- Prepare basic espresso-based beverages,
- Apply the techniques you’ve learned in practice.
While the course does not include a practical exam, your recipe execution will be evaluated, and personalized feedback will be provided to help you improve your skills.
SCA Certification
After completing the course, participants will take an online test of 20 questions on the official SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) platform.
A minimum passing score of 60% is required to successfully complete the course.
Upon passing, you will receive the official SCA Barista Skills Foundation Certificate — an important milestone in your professional coffee journey.
How to Enroll
- Become a member of the global SCA community:
👉 https://specialtycoffee.my.site.com/s/login/ - Log in to your account → My Education → Find a Course → Search by AST (Panagiotis Nikas) and select the date that suits you best.
Contact Us
For more information or to register, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Our team is happy to assist you with any questions regarding the program details, duration, or available dates.