SCA INTRODUCTION TO COFFEE & GREEN COFFEE FOUNDATION
AST/LAGS Trainer Student ratio: 1 : 2
Due to COVID-19 regulations, all courses no more than TWO trainees can attend a session.
Introduction to Coffee
Introduction to Coffee is an ideal course for anyone who is new to the coffee industry or just has an interest in this wonderful drink. It charts coffee’s journey from its origins in Ethiopia to the major commodity it is today, enjoyed by millions of people around the world. From coffee process, roasting, brewing to tasting, this course gives a general overview of coffee’s supply chain. This half day course also includes a “coffee cupping” which allows you to taste the various flavors of coffee has to offer.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- What is speciality coffee
- Coffee history
- Understanding the beans
- Roasting
- Freshness
- Brewing
- Sensory Skills
- Water
- Cleaning & Maintenance
Green Coffee Foundation
The Green Coffee module covers the key concepts surrounding green coffee, from growing the plant, through processing, shipping, storage and arrival at a roaster. It includes principles of coffee growing, processing and green coffee grading and coffee contracts and green coffee portfolio management.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- from growing the plant,
- through processing,
- shipping,
- storage
- roaster
- an introduction to cupping
- coffee grading.
COURSE TUTOR
AST CHRISTINA CHAN
ASSESSMENT
Written Exam & No Practical Exam. (Introduction)
Written Exam & CSP Course skills report. (Foundation)
- Online written exam to be done within 21 days.
ACCREDITATION
15 POINTS FOR SCA COFFEE DIPLOMA (WITH CERTIFICATION)
The course is globally accredited via the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA).
Date:
SCA Introduction to Coffee (10 points)
1. (Sun) 24 Oct 09:00-12:00 or
2. (Tue) 2 Nov 18:45-21:45 or
3. (Sun) 14 Nov 10:00-13:00 or
*Also check other schedules for this course with us.
SCA Green Coffee Foundation (5 points)
1. (Wed) 20 Oct 10:00-13:00 or
2. (Tue) 9 Nov 10:00-13:00 or
3. (Sat) 13 Nov 10:00-13:00 or
4. (Sun) 28 Nov 10:00-13:00 or
5. (Tue) 30 Nov 10:00-13:00 or
*Also check other schedules for this course with us.
Bundle Discount: HK$5,600/head with SCA Introduction to Coffee (SCA Examination and Certificate fee included, SCA certificate will be issued if exams passed)
