Master the Art of Specialty Coffee
Elevate your professional journey with the Certificate in Barista Skills (CBS), a premier 10-credit qualification designed for aspiring coffee professionals. This intensive one-year program bridges the gap between coffee theory and technical mastery, focusing on the precision required to excel in the global specialty coffee market.
Industry-Immersive Training
Forget the traditional classroom. This program is delivered exclusively through workplace-based training environments and specialized industry partnerships. By training in localized professional hubs, you will gain hands-on experience with commercial-grade espresso machinery, mastering the mechanics of grind adjustment, extraction variables, and advanced milk texturing techniques.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our curriculum is built on the pillars of speed, efficiency, and sensory excellence. You will explore:
- Technical Proficiency: Expert operation and maintenance of commercial espresso equipment.
- Sensory Analysis: Understanding coffee origins, flavor profiles, and the global supply chain.
- Workflow Optimization: Developing the muscle memory needed for high-volume hospitality environments.
- Service Excellence: Refining customer interaction skills within a professional retail context.
Career Outcomes
Designed for immediate employability, the CBS program equips you with the credentials and real-world confidence to step into high-end cafes, roasteries, and hospitality management roles. Gain the technical edge needed to stand out in the competitive specialty coffee industry.
What you will learn
- Demonstrate technical proficiency in calibrating commercial burr grinders and espresso machines to achieve optimal extraction variables.
- Execute advanced milk texturing techniques to create micro-foam suitable for latte art and traditional espresso-based beverages.
- Analyze the chemical and physical properties of coffee beans based on roast profile, origin, and processing method.
- Implement rigorous health, safety, and hygiene protocols specific to food and beverage service environments.
- Manage high-volume service workflows while maintaining product consistency and quality control standards.
- Evaluate sensory attributes of espresso through professional cupping protocols to identify defects and flavor profiles.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the 'Seed to Cup' journey and its impact on sustainable industry practices.
Programme structure
Term 1
- Barista Skills · 6 credit hours
- Research Project · 2 credit hours
- Food Safety Level (II) · 2 credit hours
Fees
Pakistan
PKR 230,000
Total program fee
For a full fee breakdown and available scholarships, please contact our admissions team at [email protected] or call 0302-4090092.
Entry requirements
- Completion of a secondary education diploma or equivalent vocational qualification.
- Valid food handler's certification (Level 1) or regional equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to stand for extended periods and perform manual tasks requiring fine motor skills.