Course Modules
Module 1: History of Coffee
- History of coffee
- Origins and development of coffee
- How coffee travelled around the world
- Evolution of coffee culture
- Understanding the coffee journey
Module 2: Introduction to Specialty Coffee
- What is specialty coffee?
- The specialty coffee movement
- How the specialty coffee movement began
- Why specialty coffee matters
- Importance of specialty coffee in a barista’s career
Module 3: All About Espresso
- Introduction to espresso
- Understanding espresso as the foundation of café beverages
- Espresso preparation fundamentals
- Espresso calibration
- Techniques for achieving consistent and naturally balanced espresso shots
Module 4: The Art & Science of Extraction
- Fundamentals of coffee extraction
- Understanding grind size
- Coffee-to-water ratio
- Water temperature
- Brewing time
- How brewing variables affect the final cup
- Applying extraction principles to achieve balanced coffee
Module 5: Proper Steaming Milk for Perfect Latte Art
- Introduction to milk steaming
- Milk stretching and texturing
- Proper steaming techniques
- Creating the correct milk texture
- Introduction to professional latte art
- Techniques for achieving clean and consistent latte art
Module 6: Practical Barista Skills & Career-Ready Techniques
- Application of coffee fundamentals
- Practical espresso preparation
- Grinder and espresso machine use
- Calibration and consistency
- Milk preparation and latte art
- Developing café-ready barista techniques
- Professional standards and workflow
Training Methodology
The programme combines expert instruction with hands-on practical training. Participants train using real espresso machines and grinders in a fully equipped training environment, allowing them to develop practical skills alongside their theoretical understanding.
Certificate
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Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the programme. The certificate can be attested by the Qatar Chamber.Â
