Our training lab is a certified SCA Campus and exceeds the standards set by the Specialty Coffee Association. This certification — which extends from our instructors' credentials to the temperature and pH of the water — allows SDCTI to provide high-level training and certifications.
DurationCombines both SCA Intro to Coffee + SCA Barista Foundations (2-Day Class Bundle)
Intro to Coffee
This course is designed to cover broad-spectrum foundational coffee knowledge and is recommended for anyone desiring to go from coffee lover to coffee professional. This is a full-day course (9:30am to 5:00pm) . This class covers:
The history and origins of coffee
Coffee as a commodity: scope of industry
Differences between commercial and special grade coffees
Arabica and Robusta: growing, sensory and application of product
Processing: sensory and application differences
Scope of cupping and sensory evaluation processes
Learning tasting mechanisms, language and processes
Palate development
Roasting: phases, equipment and language
Keeping coffee fresh: storage and treatment
Brewing: methods, controls and extraction
Water quality and cleaning: making great coffee
This course is designed to supplement the SCA diploma program for Coffee Skills. Passing a written test is required for course certificate.
Barista Foundations
This course is designed for baristas with little to no experience who desire to gain fundamental espresso preparation and milk steaming skills. This is a full-day course (9:00am to 5:00pm).
This class covers:
Arabica and Robusta differences
Freshness of coffee
Influence of roast degree
Grinder components
Espresso machine components
Safe us of grinder and espresso machine
Cleaning and organizing
Espresso recipes: SCA definitions and regional variations
Grinder calibration and dosing
Distribution and tamping techniques
What is espresso
Barista routine
Extraction: describing and modulating flavor
Milk steaming techniques: temperature, air and turbulence
Drink-making: components and construction
Safe and hygienic work practices
Regular cleaning of equipment
Impact of cleaning on drink quality and machine function
The customer experience
This course is designed to supplement the SCA diploma program for Coffee Skills. Passing a practical and written test is required for a course certificate.
The San Diego Coffee Training Institute (SDCTI)'s mission is to empower and elevate vulnerable populations to self-sufficiency through the advancement of coffee.
We are an SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) Certified Campus offering paid courses for individuals working in the specialty/craft coffee industry who wish to become SCA Certified Baristas and Coffee Roasters, as well as various courses and one-on-one education to improve overall skills and understanding for devoted coffee enthusiasts.
SDCTI is the first SCA campus in San Diego and the only one in the country that is also a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. One hundred percent of the tuition fees paid by students taking any of our offered courses are used to fund the programming costs for students from various vulnerable and at-risk populations in the San Diego area, including youth aging out of foster care, homeless adults and teens, and individuals recently released from incarceration.
In addition to immersive coffee education and highly-regarded SCA certifications for these marginalized populations, the non-profit program also assists with job placement, through our strategic partnerships with other local community organizations, and supplies each of these individuals with general workforce skills that help them retain employment in the coffee industry or any hospitality-related industry.
You will learn secret science in milk in the Latte Art Class and how it affects foam’s quality to get world-class level latte art. You will learn how to steam the milk, pitcher grip and pour basic heart, tulip, rosetta, and more.
That way we can promote our partner's outstanding skills at the origin so that your coffee gets better every year.
Training is included with the purchase of commercial espresso equipment.
These muffins are soft, spongey, and most importantly yummy! They are subtly sweet with hints of lemon, cinnamon, and nutmeg. You will also make a creamy glaze and mixed berry sauce for a perfect final touch.
Learn your preferences for various coffee origins [Americas, Africa, & Indo-Pacific] and processing methods [Natural, Honey, Washed].
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