- Accredited by CPD
- Instant e-certificate
- Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
- Developed by qualified professionals
- Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
- 24/7 Learning Assistance
- Discounts on bulk purchases
Sneak Peek
Who should take the course
Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this Barista Course. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:- Know in-depth about the history of coffee and the coffee varieties
- Learn how coffee is grown and harvested and the different processing methods that are used
- Familiarise themselves on how to use an Espresso machine whether it be Manual, Semi-Auto and Full-Auto
- Learn how to use an Espresso Grinder and how to adjust the grinder if needed
- Get introduced to Espresso and Espresso Mechanics
- Understand the difference between Cappuccino and Latte Foam
- Gain the skills of Latte Art when pouring the frothed milk
- Discover the ways they can set up the menu
- Be aware of the importance of hygiene and cleanliness, and maintenance of the machines
Accreditation
This Barista course is suitable for anyone who wants to get a good grip over Barista or build a career as a Barista professional including:- Home Barista
- Professional Barista
- Waiters
Course Curriculum
The detailed curriculum outline of our Barista Course is as follows: Module 01: Introduction to Coffee- Coffee Tree and Brief History of Coffee
- Coffee Varieties
- Coffee Growing and Harvest
- Coffee Processing Methods
- Coffee Grading
- First, Second and Third Wave of Coffee
- Coffee Defects and Sorting
- Introduction to Espresso Machine
- Manual, Semi-Auto and Full Auto (Volumetric) Espresso Machines
- Working Principles of Volumetric Machines
- Espresso Machines Boiler Types
- Espresso Grinder
- Grinder Burrs
- How to Adjust the Grinder?
- Dosing
- Distribution
- Tamping and Tampers
- Inserting the Portafilter
- Starting the Pump
- Flushing the Group and Cleaning the Portafilter
- What is Naked Portafilter? Why is it used?
- The Importance of Water
- Understanding Time Concept and Practices
- Under and Over Extraction
- Chanelling
- Steam Boiler and Steam Wand
- Milk Selection
- Milk Frothing and Heat Targets
- Milk Splitting
- The Difference Between Cappuccino and Latte Foam
- First Half
- Second Half
- Maneuvers
- Heart – Positioning and Cutting
- Pouring Workouts
- Espresso Variations
- Espresso with Water
- Espresso with Milk
- Espresso with Ice
- Coffee Bar Layout
- Work Flow
- Clothing & Apparel
- Hygiene
- Real Life Scenarios and Simulation
- Espresso Machine Cleaning and Maintenance
Course Content
45 Lectures 7hr 47min
Module 01: Introduction to Coffee - 7 lessons
Coffee Tree and Brief History of Coffee
Coffee Varieties
Coffee Growing and Harvest
Coffee Processing Methods
Coffee Grading
First, Second and Third Wave of Coffee
Coffee Defects and Sorting
Module 02: Espresso Machine - 4 lessons
Introduction to Espresso Machine
The Photoshop CS3 Screen
Working Principles of Volumetric Machines
Espresso Machines Boiler Types
Module 03: Espresso Grinder - 3 lessons
Espresso Grinder
Grinder Burrs
How to Adjust the Grinder?
Module 04: Introduction to Espresso & Espresso Mechanics - 8 lessons
Dosing
Distribution
Tamping and Tampers
Inserting the Portafilter
Starting the Pump
Flushing the Group and Cleaning the Portafilter
What is Naked Portafilter? Why is it used?
The Importance of Water
Module 05: Let's Wrap Up - 3 lessons
Understanding Time Concept and Practices
Under and Over Extraction
Chanelling
Module 06: Milk Frothing - 5 lessons
Steam Boiler and Steam Wand
Using Tool Presets
Introduction to the Photoshop Palettes
Milk Splitting
The Difference Between Cappuccino and Latte Foam
Module 07: Latte Art - 5 lessons
First Half
Getting Started
Maneuvers
Heart – Positioning and Cutting
Pouring Workouts
Module 08: Menu - 4 lessons
Espresso Variations
Printing your Image
Espresso with Milk
Espresso with Ice
Module 09: Behind The Bar - 6 lessons
Understanding Digital Images
Work Flow
Image Size and Resolution
Hygiene
Working with Your Canvas
Espresso Machine Cleaning and Maintenance