SCA Courses
ABOUT SCA COURSES
The SCA CDS(Coffee Diploma System) is a internationally recognised education system aimed to meet the needs of coffee professionals everywhere.
The system has six modules:
- Introduction to Coffee
- Barista Skills
- Brewing
- Sensory
- Green Coffee
- Roasting
Each modules is avaliable at three different levels, points attached at every stage. Once you have achieved 100 points you will be awarded the SCA Coffee Skills Diploma.
- Introduction to coffee : 10 points
- Foundation level: 5points
- Intermediate level : 10 points
- Professional level: 25 points
You can acquire SCA Coffee Diploma.
Please click on the courses below for more information!
SCA Introduction to Coffee
SCA Barista Skills
SCA Brewing
SCA Sensory
Other Courses
Competition Training/Consultation
- 30%
SCA INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE
SCA Introduction to Coffee explains the origin and history of coffee, shows the different ways it is prepared and drunk, and introduces the huge variety of flavours that coffee can have. This module looks at the processes coffee goes through from farming to final consumption.
The half day course also includes a “coffee cupping” which allows you to taste the various flavours coffee has to offer. This course is suitable for those with no previous experience with coffee.
The class ends with a short written exam to test the knowledge learned during the course. The
successful pass of the course is rewarded with 10 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma System.
Course length: 5 hours. It includes snacks and unlimited coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Course length: 5 hours
Price: 149.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
- 30%
SCA BARISTA SKILLS
SCA Barista –
Foundation
This module allows you to develop coffee knowledge and practical skills to get you started in your barista career. The course is suitable for those with no previous barista experience, as well as for those with some experience that want to update their skills or develop their theoretical knowledge.
- Basic info on coffee
- History of coffee
- Types of coffee
- Espresso techniques
- Milk texturing techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Space management
- Basic health and safety
The class ends with a short practical and written exam to test the knowledge learned during the course. The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 5 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma System.
Course length: 1 day
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 149.900,- HUF
VAT and SCA Certificate fee included in the price
SCA Barista –
Intermediate
Intermediate Barista Skills provides a deeper understanding of the coffee itself and builds on existing practical skills. Milk techniques, including latte art, are introduced as well as health and safety, customer service and basic business. This course is suitable for people already working as baristas.
- Varieties, origins, processing methods & flavour
- Understanding grinders, grinding, dosing and tamping
- Espresso extraction and brewing
- Latte art
- Workflow strategies and workspace management
- Basic financial management
- Customer service
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Health, safety & hygiene
The class ends with a written and a practical exam to test the knowledge learned during the course.
The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 10 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma System.
Course length: 2 days
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 219.900,- HUF
VAT and SCA Certificate fee included in the price
SCA Barista –
Professional
Professional Barista Skills is suitable for highly experienced baristas who have also completed the Intermediate level. It takes both a scientific and managerial perspective to coffee and making espresso-based drinks.
- Insight into the coffee beans
- Cupping protocols
- Understanding the espresso flavours, aromas and textures
- Espresso extraction theory
- Water chemistry
- Milk chemistry
- Advanced latte art
- Cafe management
- Advanced hygiene, health and safety skills
The class ends with a written and a practical exams on day 3 to test the knowledge learned during
the course. The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 25 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma
System.
Course length: 3 days
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 319.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
- 30%
SCA BREWING
SCA Brewing –
Foundation
Foundation Brewing introduces the beginner to different brewing methods, using Chemex, V60, Aeropress and French press.
- Elementary aspects of coffee brewing
- Introducing to brewing methods
- Water to coffee ratio basics
The class ends with a short practical and written exam to test the knowledge learned during the course. The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 5 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma System.
Course length: 1 day
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 149.900,- HUF
VAT and SCA Certificate fee included in the price
SCA Brewing –
Intermediate
Intermediate Brewing course is a practical workshop where you will learn to analyse your grind profile, match your grind to your brewing method and to scientifically measure coffee strength and chart a coffee’s extraction.
- Elementary aspects of coffee grinding
- Grinders/Burrs types
- Grind analysis
- Brewing guidelines
- Brewing research
- Brewing process
The class ends with a written and a practical exam to test the knowledge learned during the course.
The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 10 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma System.
Course length: 2 days
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 219.900,- HUF
VAT and SCA Certificate included in the price.
SCA Brewing –
Professional
Professional Brewing is suitable for baristas with considerable experience who have also completed the Intermediate level. We explore the effects of temperature, pH, water quality, roast level, and grind size on flavour and extraction in brewed coffee.
- Roast level and Cup profile analysis
- Brewing with bypass
- Grind size and Cup taste analysis
- Extraction and Strength
- Temperature influence
- Acids – Coffee chemistry
- Water quality and its effect
The class ends with a written and a practical exams on day 3 to test the knowledge learned during
the course. The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 25 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma
System.
Course length: 3 days
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 319.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
- 30%
SCA SENSORY
SCA Sensory –
Foundation
On this course we cover the fundamentals of sensory evaluation. Through practical and interactive
methods we will learn to detect an array of aromas and flavours in coffee.
- Understand the importance of sensory in coffee and the cupping process
- The physiology of sensory aspects; olfaction and gustation
- Identify the different tastes and aromas
- Understanding cupping protocol
The class ends with a short practical and written exam to test the knowledge learned during the
course. The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 5 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma
System.
Course length: 1 day
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Max 4 people.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 149.900,- HUF
VAT and SCA Certificate fee included in the price.
SCA Sensory –
Intermediate
This Intermediate Sensory Course is aimed at professionals who want to get a deeper understanding of sensory science and how can it be applied in the coffee industry.
- How do we taste, perceive and interpret
- Setting up and running a cupping session
- Applying sensory methodology to your business
The class ends with a written and a practical exam to test the knowledge learned during the course.
The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 10 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma System.
Course length: 2 days
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 219.900,- HUF
VAT and SCA Certificate included in the price.
SCA Sensory –
Professional
Professional Sensory course is suitable for those with considerable experience who have also completed the Intermediate level. The aim of the course is to raise the tasting skills of the candidates to a professional level.
- Sensory skill leadership
- Profiling and quality identification
- Setting up the sensory facilities
- Screening, training and managing a panel
- Advanced sensory methodology
The class ends with a written and a practical exams on day 3 to test the knowledge learned during
the course. The successful pass of the course is rewarded with 25 points in SCA’s Coffee Diploma
System.
Course length: 3 days
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Please email us for available places and dates!
Price: 319.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price
- 30%
other courses
Coffee School Workshop
If you are looking for a job in the coffee industry, this course is perfect for you, no previous barista
experience required.
- Espresso theory and history
- Understanding your equipment
- Espresso techniques
- Understanding your grinder
- Milk chemistry and milk texturing techniques
- Intro to Latte art
- Drinks menu
- Understanding café workflow
- Equipment maintenance and cleaning
The class ends with a short practical and written exam to test the knowledge learned during the
course. Successful pass of the course is rewarded with a Roastar Barista Certificate.
Course length: 1 day
It includes snacks and coffee during the course.
Price: 119.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
Team building 3-4 hours
Our studio is an excellent choice for teams of up to 10 people. We showcase the coffee roasting process, various coffee preparation methods, and highlight different coffee-growing regions. Spend an exciting, experience-filled day with us!
- From farm to cup
- Coffee cupping (tasting)
- Water/Coffee ratios
- Water temperature/quality
- Grind settings
- Different brewing methods
Course length: 3-4 hours
Price: 254.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
Team Building 4-6 hours
Our studio is an excellent choice for teams of up to 10 people. We showcase the coffee roasting process, various coffee preparation methods, and highlight different coffee-growing regions. Spend an exciting, experience-filled day with us!
- From farm to cup
- Coffee cupping (tasting)
- Water/Coffee ratios
- Water temperature/quality
- Grind settings
- Different brewing methods
Course length: 4-6 hours
Price: 444.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
Coffee Cupping Workshop
For coffee lovers who would like to get an insight on how coffee tasting looks like. It is a very relaxed training with lots of sensory exercise through cupping.
Objective: During the course we will learn the cupping protocol and techniques first than we will practice . We will taste coffees from different regions and also different varieties and processes . All coffees will be analysed focusing on all attributes with the use of the Flavor wheel. Expect some real fun through learning about the properties of some beautiful coffees.☕️
Course length: 4 hours
Price: 39.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
Sensory Workshop
It is a structured sensory workshop. Main focus is to develop our organoleptic properties through lot of practical exercises.
Objective:
- Aroma, Olfactory nasal excercise. Detecting different aromas and learning about negative and positive aromatics in coffee.
- The Basic tastes practice using solutions.
- Learning about Organic acids found in coffee . We will use memory games to be able to detect them in coffee.
- With the use of different coffees through cupping method we will analyse taste characteristics to each sample on the table.
- Mouthfeel and body definition and how we precieve them though each coffee we taste.
Price: 109.900,- HUF
VAT included in the price.
- 30%
COMPETITION TRAINING/CONSULTING
Whether you are ready to try yourself in competitions for the first time or just would like to take yourself to the next level, we will help you to get the most out of the competition experience.
Barista (WBC) and Brewers Cup (WBRC) competitions:
- Help in coffee selection
- Training sessions
- Presentation development
- Tips and advise for making best impression
Latte Art competition (WLAC):
- Latte art patterns development
- Training sessions
- Building presentation
- Tips and advise on presentation and techniques
Please email us for available places and dates!