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Coffee business certification

Barista Training

Master Barista & Coffee Business Certification for aspiring baristas, cafe owners, coffee entrepreneurs, hospitality professionals, and investors.

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Certification outcome

Diploma in Barista Skills & Coffee Business Mastery

Sensory evaluation
Brewing and extraction
Coffee science
Cafe operations
Course foundation

Professional coffee education built for real-world business use.

The training program combines science, sensory mastery, technical skills, and business strategy in one professional course.

Barista course made by Phil Lac, Philippine Latte Art Academy.

Led by Mark Neil, founder, coffee master, and international coffee business consultant.

Designed for aspiring baristas, coffee entrepreneurs, cafe teams, and industry professionals.

Combines practical training, sensory mastery, coffee science, and business strategy.

Course modules

From sensory analysis to cafe operations.

The modules organize coffee fundamentals, hands-on skills, sensory work, and cafe operations into a practical learning path.

01

Sensory Analysis & Coffee Evaluation

Develop a professional palate through sensory perception, coffee testing protocols, aroma work, cupping, and defect awareness.

  • Fragrance and aroma
  • Acidity, body, flavor, and sweetness
  • Defects, taints, and scoring
02

History of Coffee & Global Influence

Understand coffee beyond the cup through its history, evolution, global trade, and cultural and economic influence.

  • History of coffee
  • Evolution of coffee beans
  • Coffee as a commodity
03

Coffee Chemistry & Extraction Science

Master the science behind cup strength, extraction yield, brew ratios, water behavior, and calibration.

  • TDS and extraction yield
  • Water chemistry and ratios
  • Temperature profiling
04

Coffee Bean Structure & Processing

Learn how cherry anatomy, processing method, and fermentation shape the final flavor profile.

  • Skin, pulp, mucilage, and parchment
  • Natural, honey, and washed processing
  • Fermentation control
05

Coffee Origins, Elevation & Flavor Profiles

Connect geography and altitude to flavor so teams can explain origin quality clearly.

  • High altitude fruit and floral notes
  • Medium altitude citrus and cacao
  • Low altitude chocolate and nutty notes
06

Brewing & Espresso Mastery

Build repeatable espresso and brewing habits through weight control, distribution, tamping, timing, and calibration.

  • Dosing and distribution
  • Tamping and extraction timing
  • Brew consistency
07

Milk Science & Texturing Techniques

Train teams to steam, stretch, spin, rest, and pour milk for professional-quality beverages.

  • Types of milk
  • Steaming temperatures
  • Stretching and whirlpool technique
08

Latte Art: Basic to Advanced

Move from foundational pouring skills into intermediate patterns and advanced flow control.

  • Basic pouring techniques
  • Intermediate patterns
  • Symmetry and flow control
09

Coffee Preparation Principles

Anchor great coffee in the practical fundamentals that protect quality across brewing methods.

  • Grind size and water ratio
  • Extraction control
  • Filtration and consistency
10

Cafe Operations & Business Application

Turn training into shop-level execution through menu development, workflow, service, and cost-aware operations.

  • Menu development
  • Workflow optimization
  • Customer service scenarios

Who this course is for

Aspiring baristas

Cafe owners and managers

Coffee entrepreneurs

Hospitality professionals

Investors entering the coffee industry

Why it stands out

Led by an internationally recognized coffee expert

Combines science, craft, and business strategy

Designed for real-world cafe success

Focused on quality, consistency, and profitability

Coffee excellence for business use

Train the team behind the cup, the service, and the business.

The next step is to discuss the training group, business goals, and certification expectations for the coffee program.

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