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SCA Barista Skills Professional
This course assesses advanced skills and deep understanding of the scientific processes employed by professional baristas.
Overview
The SCA Barista Skills Professional course is designed to test advanced skills and detailed knowledge of the science behind processes used by a professional barista.
Successful candidates will have explored and demonstrated the advanced skills typically expected of a head barista including a detailed understanding of drink ingredients and techniques available to maximise the quality of the drinks made, ability to develop brew recipes and beverage menus and able to consistently apply the highest standard of latte art and milk steaming techniques.
A written exam tests professional course knowledge while a practical exam tests the skills described above based on different working activities carried out during the course.
Learning Outcomes
- Learn a sophisticated tasting methodology and descriptive explanation of coffee flavours
- Gain a detailed understanding of drink ingredients and the techniques available to maximise the quality of the drinks made
- Understand how to manage the skills of others to produce quality drinks
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to develop brew recipes and a systematic method of structuring beverage menus
- Consistently apply the highest standard of latte art and milk steaming techniques
Certification
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a certificate of completion by Bettr Academy and Professional level certificate for Barista Skills by Specialty Coffee Association.
Who This Is For
Cafe Owners / Managers
Develop team capabilities. Elevate service quality. Improve retention. Invest in your people.
Coffee Roasters
You roast coffee and want to sharpen your craft and understand it more deeply.
Coffee Enthusiasts
You have a passion for coffee. Deepen your expertise. Connect with knowledgeable peers. Explore without professional pressure.
Working Baristas
You have foundational experience. Master the science. Earn credentials. Accelerate career growth.
Prerequisites
- SCA Barista Skills Intermediate
Funding and Pricing
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FAQs
Still have questions?
Get in TouchStart with your goals. Are you exploring coffee as a hobby, building barista skills, or shifting careers entirely? Each course is designed for different experience levels, from foundational to advanced. Browse by category or use our course finder for a guided recommendation.
Request to reschedule must be submitted in writing to academy@bettr.group at least 3 working days before course commences, subject to a $30 admin charge. If the request to reschedule is given less than 3 working days, it will not be approved unless accompanied by a valid medical certificate or equivalent, subject to a $30 admin charge. You may reschedule a class only once. After which, the course fees will be forfeited.
Yes, weekend slots are available for some of our courses. Weekend dates are very popular, so register early!
Upon successful payment of course fees and/or approval of SkillsFuture Credit claim, you will receive an e-mail confirmation within 7 working days. If you did not receive an e-mail confirmation, please write in to us.
