SCA Brewing Professional

SCA Brewing Professional

£900.00

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    • Course Length: 3 days 9.30am-4pm
    • Skill level: This course is the most advanced qualification in the SCA Brewing Module, learners must have completed and passed the Intermediate level at least 3 months prior to taking this course. This 3-month wait is intended to give learners the opportunity to practice their knowledge and skills from the intermediate course and give them confidence to pass the practical exams at Professional level. 12 months experience as a professional barista recommended. Foundation Sensory and Barista Skills recommended.
    • Qualification: 25 SCA Diploma points and certification
    • Maximum Class size: 4
    • Exam requirements: 4 practical exams on day 3, and an online written exam to be taken within 21 days of course completion.
    • Coffee Knowledge – Impact of roast level and freshness on brewing.
    • Brewing Methods and Equipment – understanding different burr types, filter shapes, bed depth and filter papers and their impact on brewing.
    • Brewing Guidelines – 7 essential elements of brewing, understanding particle size distribution, water quality measurement and its impact on the sensory outcome of the brew.
    • Brewing Process – Brew phases and how they influence the brew.
    • Brew analysis – brewing for optimum extraction and navigating the brewing control chart. Measuring solubles yield and concentration.
    • Maintenance – Grinder burrs.

  • 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.