SCA Barista Skills Intermediate
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- Course Length: 2 days 9.30am-4pm
- Skill level: Intermediate. Completion of the SCA Foundation course or minimum 1 year barista experience required.
- Qualification: 10 SCA Diploma points and certification
- Maximum Class size: 4
- Exam requirements: 3 short practical exams on day 2, and an online written exam to be taken within 21 days of course completion.
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- Coffee beans – understanding varieties, species and processing methods.
- Workspace management – improving workflow and health and hygiene practices.
- Grinding, dosing and tamping – Impact of grinder models and consistency of puck prep.
- Extraction and brewing – Understanding under- and over-extraction and how to build brew recipes to impact flavour and body.
- Sensory analysis – understanding the SCA flavour wheel and how to taste espresso with more confidence.
- Milk – foaming techniques, latte art, and pitcher sharing.
- Espresso menu – Drinks construction and consistency
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In order to attend the course, you must be registered as a learner with the SCA, which you can do here: https://specialtycoffee.my.site.com/s/login/
Arrive before the start time (9.30am) to our Emma St Eatery. Get directions
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Training & Development Manager
Rose Nicholson
Rose Nicholson has been with Ozone Coffee for 3 years, where they guide and support baristas as the Training and Development Manager.
As an authorised SCA trainer in Barista Skills, Sensory Skills, and Brewing since 2018, Rose is passionate about sharing knowledge and helping others grow in their coffee journey.
Their experience includes serving as Head Judge for competitions like the UK and Danish Barista Championships and Brewers Cup, as well as supporting global events like the World Barista Championships and World Latte Art Championships as a stage manager.
Rose takes pride in fostering community and collaboration in the coffee world, always aiming to help baristas and coffee enthusiasts develop their skills and confidence.
