Adjust and Try Again (ATA)

Up to 70% SkillsFuture funding. Over 18,000 students trained.

Adjust and Try Again (ATA)

A life lesson, learnt the Bettr way. Through coffee skills, students develop a positive approach and resilience to challenges and failures, and continue trying in life.

Duration:

3 hour weekly sessions, 3 - 6 sessions

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Programme outline

Duration:

3 hour weekly sessions, 3 - 6 sessions

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Programme outline

Falling down. Making a mistake. Feeling disheartened by challenges. These are all things that life throws repeatedly at us. Learning early on to cope, learn and pick yourself up is thus an all-important skill that will never go obsolete. Adjust And Try Again (ATA) aims to inculcate a specific attitude to life: to evaluate triggers systematically, to adjust to a challenge, and to apply with discipline adjustments one step at a time to continuously improve. All this is illustrated using coffee skills. It’s a life lesson, learnt the Bettr way.

Discover and learn

Introduction to espresso and drip coffee skills
Resilience training through coffee skills simulation
Reflections through circle time and group learnings

ATA helps students develop a positive approach to mistakes and hurdles to increase resilience when they are discouraged, and practise the tenacity to continue trying. We have successfully completed runs of this programme with students from Damai Secondary School, Pei Hwa Secondary school and Clementi Town Secondary School in the last year, with excellent feedback.

Who is this for?

This programme features a class size of 6-12 secondary school students, and is aimed at those aged 13-17.
- Students who prefer hands-on learning
- Students At-risk (Long-term Absenteeism, Mainstream School Leavers)
- Teachers and Educators
- Student Welfare Officers / Student Development Team

Notes

Students are expected to be tasting coffee.
Maximum of 2 teachers in the class at anytime.

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100% Reviews Straight from the Community

"The training covered espresso preparation, various brewing methods, as well as coffee tools, equipment management, and hygiene best practices. Trainers Jimmy and Ros were knowledgeable, patient, and clear in their instruction, providing a good balance of theory and hands-on practice. Overall, a valuable and well-delivered course. Highly recommended for anyone looking to build or strengthen their barista fundamentals."

Keck Teng Hong Benjamin

Academy Student

"Enjoyed and learnt a lot from this course. The trainers (Sonny and Oscar) were extremely skilled and helpful. The lessons were well structured and the content of the classes is comprehensive. The practical sessions are also really good for hands on practice. Will highly recommend."

Nicole

Academy Student

"Great classrooms setup and machines, trainers with good humour and precise teaching, especially Dhinesh, Shirley & Oscar. They guided us well, from the basics to the advanced and technical. All in, the sessions were more enjoyable from their positive energy and calm professionalism. Glad I was recommended this school, and being a small part of supporting their social enterprise, makes it more meaningful."

Phay Yeo

Academy Student

"The barista course with Bttr academy was intense but rewarding learning experience. Get ready to learn and do things fast, appreciate the process and workflow and learn new skills. Great experience for coffee enthusiasts and aspiring baristas."

Swathi Ramalingam

Academy Student

"I thoroughly enjoy these classes, WSQ Provide Specialty Coffee Services and SCA Barista Skill Intermediate. The trainers are particularly professional and friendly, ensuring that you comprehend both the theoretical and practical aspects of the training. I strongly recommend these classes to beginners who are new to coffee or those who aspire to become professional baristas. "

Alvi Gan

Academy Student

"Attended the 3 days course WSQ Provide Specialty Coffee Service conducted by Bettr and was extremely impressed by the conduct of the course. Instructors (Oscar & Dhinesh) were very engaging and knowledgeable. Classroom and equipment are very clean & well maintained, and I believe everyone walked out of the course achieving all the learning outcomes."

Kenneth T

"Enjoyed the foundation and intermediate barista courses immensely! Sunny was an amazing instructor and so patient with us, we learnt a lot and will recommend anyone who is aiming to get their SCA certification to come here!"

Eyu Zang

Academy Student

"Skillsfuture claimable. Great Experience – Informative and Fun! The instructors were highly professional yet managed to keep the class engaging and enjoyable throughout. One of the highlights was the hands-on experience—we had plenty of time to actually try making coffee ourselves, which made the learning so much more fun and practical.

H Y

Academy Student

"I recently completed the WSQ Provide Specialty Coffee Service course using my SkillsFuture credits, and it was a great experience. The course was well-structured, comprehensive, and easy to follow, with a good balance of theory and hands-on practice. The trainers were knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about what they do, which made the learning process enjoyable. Highly recommend Bettr for anyone looking to build solid foundations in specialty coffee."

Tina Tan

Academy Student, WSQ Provide Specialty Coffee Service

"The course was comprehensive, covering both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in coffee brewing. The instructors Rachel & Sunny were professional and passionate, making the learning process enjoyable and engaging. What sets Bettr Academy apart is their commitment to social impact. They run programs for marginalized groups and adopt sustainable practices, which resonated with me on a personal level."

EightBitRockz

Academy Student, WSQ Provide Specialty Coffee Service

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