SCA Green Coffee - Foundation (1 Day) $700
This course is designed to introduce you to basic concepts regarding the consuming side of green coffee, and provides you with valuable knowledge and skills for roles in green coffee buying, roasting, and quality control.
It is also essential preparation for components of the Q Grader course, including:
- Recognising sensory defects.
- Using grading screens, moisture meters, and density meters.
You will learn about the coffee supply chain from seed to cup, including:
- Botany basics - The origins of species and varieties.
- Cultivation - Where coffee is produced, and the limits of where coffee can be grown.
- Farming - Farm types, plant management, and certification schemes.'
- Harvesting and processing methods.
- Grading systems.
- Trading markets.
- Transport and storage.
- Decaffeination.
Practical activities include:
- Cupping coffees of different species and processes.
- Comparing green coffee samples of different species and processes.
- Recognition of sensory defects in brewed coffee.
- Using a moisture meters, density meter, and grading screens.
Participants who successfully complete the online exam after the course will receive the internationally recognised SCA Green Coffee Foundation certification. SCA Green Coffee Foundation certification earns credit towards the SCA Coffee Trade Diploma and the SCA Sustainable Coffee Diploma.
Details
You will learn
- The difference between species and variety in coffee
- The origins of the 2 main species of coffee
- Where coffee is produced
You will get
- Access to the world’s leading coffee education program
- Detailed course notes
- Participants who successfully complete the written & practical exams will receive internationally recognised certification, and earn points towards the SCA Coffee Diploma.
Appropriate for
Pre-requisites: SCA Introduction to Coffee is recommended.
Preparation
What to bring
- Your interest to learn!
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Genovese Coffee
222 reviewsGenovese Coffee has been in coffee for 4 generations, and we have over 60 years experience.
We offer a range of courses to suit new or experienced baristas, as well as those who want to improve their home espresso. All our courses have practical, detailed theory, as well as activities so you can apply your skills during the course.
Our courses are led by award winning, highly experienced, and internationally certified professionals who provide outstanding training using state of the art equipment. Course content is carefully designed to be engaging and easy to understand for all students from novices to experienced professionals.
For those wanting to take their coffee career to the next level, we also offer courses from SCA's internationally recognised coffee education programs, including Sensory Skills, Green Coffee, Barista Skills, Brewing, and Q Grader.
Our dedicated SCA training campus meets SCA's highest specifications for "Enhanced Compliance" training venues, and our small classes ensure you get personalised training.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 14 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$20.00 applies.
- A transfer can be requested 14 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
Terms & Conditions
We appreciate your choice of Genovese Coffee for your coffee education, and our course pricing reflects the following:
- The quality of the training provided.
- Pre-class preparation.
- The quality of the equipment & the cost of materials used.
- Small class sizes.
- The ongoing development of our trainers.
Once your booking is confirmed, we begin the process of preparing your class. Although we understand unexpected events or illness may require that you reschedule or cancel your booking, our refund policy reflects the costs incurred in the preparation of the scheduled class.
Electronic Devices in the Classroom
Electronic devices (including mobile phones) should be switched off or silent to avoid distractions in the classroom.
However, your instructor may allow you to use a device for translation assistance where necessary.
Student Behaviour
We provide a safe and respectful environment for our students and staff.
Inappropriate or disrespectful behaviour will not be tolerated.
Privacy
We respect your privacy. Student names and contact details collected by Genovese Coffee will not be shared with any other person or enterprise without authority.
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