Barista Skills Foundation - Tuesday June 16th 2026 | 10am-4pm

Barista Skills Foundation Level Our Barista Skills Foundation is a first taste of the Barista Skills discipline and is a great way to get insight into the world of Coffee. The Foundation level requires no previous experience Course Fee: €225 per person Our Barista Foundation course includes the SCA Certification fee. However, in addition you are also required to pay a student enrollment fee of €50 fee directly to the SCA. (details of how to register and pay will be provided once booked) Total fee for course is €275 (€225 + €50 SCA enrolment fee) Course Outline: This course will provide you with all the necessary skills required to make and deliver the key drinks menu for any coffee shop. You will learn how to make a great espresso & milk texturing among many other areas vital to beginning your journey as complete Barista. The following topics and more are covered in the course: Differences between Arabica & Robusta Coffee Cupping Espresso Process: Grind, Dose, Tamp Grinder Calibration Extraction & Brewing Sensory experience and evaluation Milk texturing Workspace Management & Workflow Influence of roasting degree Espresso Based Menu Cleaning & Health Safety Water Quality Customer Service & Cafe Management Certification and educational materials are also included in the cost. There is an exam at the end of this course. The course certificate will be issued only if the student passes an online exam with a pass rate of 60% - If successful you will also be awarded 5 points towards your Specialty Coffee Association Diploma Our SCA courses are recognised all around the world and are accredited by the SCA (Specialty Coffee Association). For more details visit www.sca.coffee Duration: The course starts at 10 am and finishes at 3.30pm approx. There is a lunch break 12.30pm. Location: The course is held at our training centre: UNIT 11 MG Business Park Tuam Co. Galway H54 F308