PROFESSIONAL BARISTA COURSE | PART TIME | 10 WEEKS

Launch Special, normally $2000, NOW $1200 for a limited time!

THE ONLY COURSE THAT GIVES YOU REAL WORK EXPERIENCE IN A SPECIALTY COFFEE BAR

DURATION | 30 HOURS PRACTICAL + 5 HOURS ONLINE + 12 HOURS WORK EXPERIENCE

WHO IS THIS COURS FOR? | This course is for people who want to work in the Specialty Coffee Industry and make coffee to the Australian standard.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN 

• Learn about coffee growing, processing and other factors that affect flavour in coffee
• Tour through the roastery, looking at green beans and learning about the roasting process
• Dose, tamp, extraction technique
• Working with scales and adjusting the grind
• Using and understanding recipes
• Spinning milk
• Coffee variations (flat-white, latte, cappuccino, mocha, long-black, piccolo, macchiato)
• Latte art basics – heart, tulip, rosetta, swan
• Working with dairy free milk alternatives
• Setting up & closing down the machine
• Advising customers and taking orders
• Working with different grinders and popular specialty machines
• Using distribution tools
• Slow brew methods – Pour over, aero-press, cold brew
• Working as a high volume barista
• Working with Single origins
• Developing recipes for coffees
• Weighing out for precise brewing ratios
• Cupping and coffee tasting

NEXT COURSE DATES

WEEKLY, THURSDAY 4pm – 7pm

MAY 16TH  – JUNE 18TH

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PROFESSIONAL BARISTA COURSE – PART TIME – 10 WEEKS

Unlock your Barista skills with our comprehensive Professional Barista Course, a dynamic 10 week program designed to teach you the skills and knowledge you need to work in Specialty Coffee in Australia. 

Over the course of five immersive days, you’ll embark on a journey through the fundamentals and finer nuances of the barista craft. Hands-on training sessions will give you the opportunity to hone your skills behind the espresso machine, perfecting your technique under the guidance of industry professionals. 

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

Whether you dream of opening your own coffee shop, enhancing your career opportunities, or simply indulging your passion for coffee, our Professional Barista Course is the ultimate stepping stone towards your goals. It is our most extensive course and is designed for people who want the knowledge and skills required to work as a Barista. 

COURSE OUTLINE

Over five intensive days, you’ll dive deep into the world of specialty coffee, covering everything from coffee theory, latte art, customer service, filter coffee and equipment maintenance. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

Day 1: Building Foundations

• Coffee theory and origins
• Introduction to equipment setup and operation
• Espresso making and milk steaming basics
• Introduction to latte art techniques

Day 2: Refinement and Practice

• Setting up for the day and machine maintenance
• Adjusting grind settings for optimal extraction
• Exploring various milk variations and beverage preparation
• Taking orders and honing customer service skills

Day 3: Mastering Technique

• Filter extractions – batch brew, cold brew and pour over
• Guided practice on milk variations and beverage preparation
• Latte art practice
• Grinder cleaning and maintenance procedures

Day 4: Precision and Quality

• Utilizing distribution tools for consistent shots
• Working with different grinder types and single origins
• Weighing out coffee for precise brew ratios and flavour exploration
• Practical shop layout and workflow optimisation

Day 5: Sensory & Assessment 

• Guided practice to refine skills
• Cupping and coffee tasting
• Practical assessment of barista techniques
• Theoretical assessment to evaluate knowledge retention

Join us on this transformative journey and unlock your full potential as a professional barista. With expert guidance and hands-on experience, you’ll emerge equipped to thrive in the dynamic world of specialty coffee. 

After successful completion of the course, you will receive:

• Professional Barista Digital Credential
• Black Market Training Barista Certificate
• A digital CV and reference written by us
• Feedback on what you need to work on, to get even better!

COURSE DELIVERY

Practical component = 10 x 3hr sessions (weekly on Thursday 4pm – 7pm)

Work experience component = 2 x 6 hours shifts (12 hrs) working in Black Market Coffee Marrickville Cafe. You will work in all the roles in the cafe including, kitchen hand, customer service and barista assistance.

Online component = done in your own time and at your own pace

Enrol now and take the first step towards a rewarding career in coffee excellence.