SCA training Courses

Official Specialty Coffee Association training courses for baristas and coffee professionals

  • Official SCA Certifications at the International Level
  • Practical training courses with plenty of personalized guidance
  • Practical knowledge about coffee, flavor, and technique
  • In addition to the scheduled SCA training dates, sessions are also available by appointment in Schiedam
At Barista Studio, you can take official SCA coffee training courses where quality, hands-on learning and personal development come together. The courses are suitable for anyone looking to develop their coffee knowledge and skills to a professional level, from ambitious home baristas to experienced specialty coffee professionals.
You’ll work with professional equipment, follow the latest SCA standards and, most importantly, spend plenty of time putting theory into practice. With small group sizes, there’s plenty of room for personal guidance and individual attention. This allows you to improve not only your technique, but also your understanding of flavour, extraction, workflow and the key factors that determine coffee quality.

All of our SCA training courses

Barista Skills Foundation

The Official Introduction to Professional Barista Skills

  • €459.80 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Intermediate Barista Skills

Greater control over flavor, extraction, and quality behind the espresso machine
  • €853.05 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 2 × 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Barista Skills Professional

Master espresso, quality, and bar management at a professional level

  • €1,240.25 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 3 x 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Brewing Foundation

The official introductory course on brewing, extraction, and flavor balance

  • €471.90 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Intermediate Brewing

Measure, analyze, and control extraction for better and more consistent filter coffee

  • €883.30 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 2 × 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Brewing Professional

Professional Focus on Extraction, Quality, and Brewing Precision
  • €1,482.25 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 3 x 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Sensory Foundation

Develop your sense of taste and learn to evaluate coffee like a pro

  • €496.10 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Sensory Intermediate

Enhance your testing skills with sensory science, testing methods, and calibration

  • €1,295.91 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 2 × 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Sensory Professional

Develop, lead, and interpret professional sensory programs

  • €2,057.00 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 3 x 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Introduction to Coffee

The Official Introduction to the World of Specialty Coffee
  • €209.00 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 4 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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SCA CTechP Water & Preventive Maintenance Foundation

Greater control over water quality, equipment, and coffee quality
  • €780.45 per person (including VAT and certificate fees)
  • 8 hours
  • 1–4 people
  • Schiedam
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

That depends on the level. Foundation courses are suitable for beginners, while Intermediate and Professional courses are intended for participants with more experience in the coffee and hospitality industries.

Yes, after successfully passing the exam, you will receive an official SCA certificate that is internationally recognized within the specialty coffee industry.

Yes, we deliberately work with small groups so that each participant receives plenty of personal guidance, hands-on experience, and immediate feedback during the training.

Absolutely. Theory and practice are combined so that you can immediately apply what you’ve learned behind the espresso machine or during cupping and brewing exercises.

Yes, the SCA training courses are organized into different levels. You can progress from the Foundation level to the Intermediate level and eventually to the Professional level within various disciplines.

Why Take an SCA Course at Barista Studio...

  • Hands-on learning from specialty coffee professionals
  • Small groups and plenty of personalized guidance
  • Internationally Recognized SCA Certifications
  • Greater control over quality, taste, and technique

⭐ 8.6

“Barista Studio offers exactly what you’re looking for if you’re serious about growing in the specialty coffee industry. The training courses are professionally structured, yet remain personal and hands-on. You receive plenty of individual guidance and actively work on extraction, flavor, workflow, and technique. What stands out most is the trainers’ knowledge and passion. Everything is clearly explained and directly linked to real-world practice. Thanks to the small group sizes, you receive plenty of feedback and visibly improve the quality of your coffee.”

Our workshops are rated: ⭐ 8.8

  • Experienced specialty coffee professionals
  • Hands-on learning with professional equipment
  • Available in both Dutch and English

Give a workshop as a gift

Looking for an original gift for a coffee lover? With a workshop from Barista Studio, you can give the gift of a unique experience. From latte art to pour-over coffee and comprehensive barista workshops. There’s always a workshop that suits the recipient’s tastes and interests. Perfect as a birthday gift, corporate gift, or a fun outing for friends, family, or coworkers.

Need advice on education?

Not sure which SCA course best suits your experience, goals, or work environment? We’d be happy to help you with personalized advice. Together, we’ll determine which course best fits your skill level and ambitions in the specialty coffee and hospitality industries.
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