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SCA Sensory Skills Intermediate
Are you eager to enhance your sensory skills? This course will dive deeply into the science of sensory analysis, covering advanced methodologies and the art of cupping.
Overview
This course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Sensory Skills Foundation course. If you've enjoyed what you learnt, this course will bring you deeper into the science of sensory analysis, methodology and cupping.
Learn about the physiology of taste and aroma; the types of sensory analysis tests, the operation of a cupping session; the diversity of coffee attributes; the use of the SCA Flavor Wheel and WCR Sensory Lexicon; and the implementation of a sensory analysis panel and session.
Note: The SCA Foundation and Intermediate levels within a specialist module will only be available as a combination. This aims to provide a more comprehensive coffee education, enhancing skill application and a more enriched learning experience.
Learning Outcomes
- Sensory analysis of coffee
- Sensory physiology
- Taste, perceive and interpret
- Cupping practice
- Sensory panels
Certification
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a certificate of completion by Bettr Academy and Intermediate level certificate for Sensory Skills by Specialty Coffee Association.
Who This Is For
Coffee Enthusiasts
You have a passion for coffee. Deepen your expertise. Connect with knowledgeable peers. Explore without professional pressure.
Coffee Roasters
You roast coffee and want to sharpen your craft and understand it more deeply.
Green Coffee Traders
You trade green coffee and want deeper knowledge of the beans you source.
Working Baristas
You have foundational experience. Master the science. Earn credentials. Accelerate career growth.
Cafe Owners / Managers
Develop team capabilities. Elevate service quality. Improve retention. Invest in your people.
Certification
Accreditation
Certificate of Completion by Bettr Academy
Prerequisites
SCA Sensory Skills Foundation
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.
