Trader Cafe - Specialty Coffee in Birmingham

We are an independent Coffee Shop, Coffee Roasters in Birmingham. We roast the coffee on premise. We like coffee. And we sell coffee. We want to share with you what we believe to be good, quality and price. If you like our coffee, we are exciting and encouraged. If you don't hate it, at least find us different (we should be), we are already very happy. ; )
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Showing posts with label Coffee Training. Show all posts

SCA Barista Skills Foundation - - - 09-MAY-2026, 23-MAY-2026

SCA Barista Skills Foundation

SCA Accredited Coffee Training

Certificate Option

New to coffee? Want to work as a Barista. This one day class will deliver essential knowledge of what makes a good barista. We will cover core skills required to deliver barista menu. 


WHAT WE WILL COVER 

Barista coffee knowledge: coffee jorney, coffee in closer look, Arabicas VS Robusta, coffee species and varities, how to store and preserve coffee, workspace management

Grind, dose, extract and brew a good cup of espresso: following a set of steps of industry standard 

Milk technique: how to steam different milk textures, which is the base of espresso based drinks 

Barista menu: learn barista menu and how to make them Workspace management: hygiene, health, safety, machine cleaning and basic maintenance 


PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE : No prerequisite required


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*Our course fee does not include SCA’s course enrolment fee €50. SCA introduced new accreditation enrolment in Feb 2023. Course fee and SCA’s enrolment fee will be paid separately.
*If you want to get a SCA certificate. First you have to register our course and pay course fee here, and provide your learner ID (register here) . You will then receive an email from SCA to pay the course enrolment fee. You have to pay the enrolment fee directly to SCA before the course date. Otherwise you can still attend the course without accreditation, but you cannot attend the exam and will not get a SCA certificate.
*Course fee is not refundable once booked, schedule and resource is occupied. If you foresee any change in advance we will try our best to reschedule to next available class, subject to availability and admin fee.

SCA Introduction to Coffee - - - 06-JUN-2026

Course Options

Introduction of Coffee (0.5 Day)


Introduction to Coffee is an ideal module for anyone who is new to the coffee industry or just has an interest in this wonderful drink. This half day class deliver essential knowledge of coffee. 

WHAT WE WILL COVER : Coffee Journey from its origin in Ethiopia to the major commodity it is today. From farming the cherries through drying, roasting, brewing and finally drinking, this module looks at the processes coffee goes through. Coffee cupping to taste the various flavors coffee has to offer.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE : No prerequisite required

*** READ CAREFULLY ***

*Our course fee does not include SCA’s course enrolment fee €50. SCA introduced new accreditation enrolment in Feb 2023. Course fee and SCA’s enrolment fee will be paid separately.
*If you want to get a SCA certificate. First you have to register our course and pay course fee here, and provide your learner ID (register here) . You will then receive an email from SCA to pay the course enrolment fee. You have to pay the enrolment fee directly to SCA before the course date. Otherwise you can still attend the course without accreditation, but you cannot attend the exam and will not get a SCA certificate.
*Course fee is not refundable once booked, schedule and resource is occupied. If you foresee any change in advance we will try our best to reschedule to next available class, subject to availability and admin fee.

SCA Brewing Foundation - - - 16-MAY-2026

Barista Training in Birmingham

Certificate Option

SCA Brewing Foundation


COURSE HOURS : Recommended course hours: 6 hours excluding exams Written exam 30 minutes Practical exam 30 minutes ***

 WHAT WE WILL COVER : Coffee Origin and Processes Brewing Guideline for extraction, ratio, time, turbulence, temperature Introduce core brewing skills and equipment How to grind and brew to the correct recipe

 PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE : Introduction to Coffee is a recommended (but not mandatory) pre-requisite module.


*** READ CAREFULLY ***

*Our course fee does not include SCA’s course enrolment fee €50. SCA introduced new accreditation enrolment in Feb 2023. Course fee and SCA’s enrolment fee will be paid separately.
*If you want to get a SCA certificate. First you have to register our course and pay course fee here, and provide your learner ID (register here) . You will then receive an email from SCA to pay the course enrolment fee. You have to pay the enrolment fee directly to SCA before the course date. Otherwise you can still attend the course without accreditation, but you cannot attend the exam and will not get a SCA certificate.
*Course fee is not refundable once booked, schedule and resource is occupied. If you foresee any change in advance we will try our best to reschedule to next available class, subject to availability and admin fee.

SCA Brewing Intermediate - - - 29-30 MAY 2026 - - -

Certificate Option
Brewing Intermediate (2 Day)

Build up coffee skills through practical and theoretical training. To develop competency to make a great espresso-based coffee to next level professionally. 

WHAT WE WILL COVER : Designed to introduce the concept of scientifically measuring coffee extraction and to explore the elements of coffee brewing Brewing intermediate helps the coffee professional manipulate brew techniques to improve coffee quality. All coffee brewed during this course will be measured and charted by the AST for Strength and Extraction. Allow for discussion and questions. 

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE : Brewing Foundation 


*** READ CAREFULLY ***

*Our course fee does not include SCA’s course enrolment fee €50. SCA introduced new accreditation enrolment in Feb 2023. Course fee and SCA’s enrolment fee will be paid separately.
*If you want to get a SCA certificate. First you have to register our course and pay course fee here, and provide your learner ID (register here) . You will then receive an email from SCA to pay the course enrolment fee. You have to pay the enrolment fee directly to SCA before the course date. Otherwise you can still attend the course without accreditation, but you cannot attend the exam and will not get a SCA certificate.
*Course fee is not refundable once booked, schedule and resource is occupied. If you foresee any change in advance we will try our best to reschedule to next available class, subject to availability and admin fee.

SCA Barista Skills Intermediate - - 1-2 MAY 2026 - -

Barista Training in Birmingham

Certificate Option

Barista Intermediate (2 Days)


Build up coffee skills through practical and theoretical training. To develop competency to make a great espresso-based coffee to next level professionally.

WHAT WE WILL COVER : Look more deeply into coffee beans, blends to single origins, Bourbons to Caturras Look at workspace and work flow for an optimum layout Refine your espresso skills and dial in a specific recipe Deliver sets of drinks to specification Test your knowledge and skill with a series of written and practical assessments.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE : This course is aimed at baristas with some experience looking to refine their skillset.


*** READ CAREFULLY ***

*Our course fee does not include SCA’s course enrolment fee €50. SCA introduced new accreditation enrolment in Feb 2023. Course fee and SCA’s enrolment fee will be paid separately.
*If you want to get a SCA certificate. First you have to register our course and pay course fee here, and provide your learner ID (register here) . You will then receive an email from SCA to pay the course enrolment fee. You have to pay the enrolment fee directly to SCA before the course date. Otherwise you can still attend the course without accreditation, but you cannot attend the exam and will not get a SCA certificate.
*Course fee is not refundable once booked, schedule and resource is occupied. If you foresee any change in advance we will try our best to reschedule to next available class, subject to availability and admin fee.


New Course Fee Schedule

*** SCA has announced new fee schedule due to launch in Feb 2023. Course fee with SCA accreditation will be paid separately and updated shortly ***

Get Coffee Training Now 2023

All SCA courses in 2023 are listed

For coffee professional and new comers who want to join the coffee industry. Contact us if you are interested and would like to explore new area, hobby or career to develop.

SCA auhtorised coffee trainer, our courses are accredited for specialty coffee association qualification which is recognised by the coffee industry and professional. We provides course for beginners and professional alike. See our website and listing for more information.

Coffee Training - SCA Brewing Professional 28-30 Jan 2022

 

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We hold the SCA Brewing Professional course on 28-30 Jan 2022. This is the only one scheduled in first quarter 2022. We have a special discount price for this class. Check above if you are interested.


Brewing Professional - SCA Accredited Course, Coffee Training in Birmingham (3 Day)

The course is designed for industry professional, head of coffee, head Barista for utlimate skills of brewing. It is for those who are responsible for their coffee quality and development.

COURSE HOURS 21 hours including exams 

WHAT WE WILL COVER 

The course tests the ability of the professional brewer to navigate the Brewing Control Chart. Extend the practical and sensory brewing capabilities of the professional brewer. Every brew in the course must be recorded in brewing worksheets 

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE 

Must have Brewing Intermediate 

Recommended Barista Intermediate


***Acceptance of students not studied our Foundation and Intermediate Courses, will be evaluated and assessed individually, to ensure meeting of requirement to SCA Professional Level. For students who cannot meet the standard they can attend the course but they cannot take the examination and accreditation from SCA. You understand and agree this terms before purchase.


*** READ CAREFULLY ***

*Our course fee does not include SCA’s course enrolment fee €50. SCA introduced new accreditation enrolment in Feb 2023. Course fee and SCA’s enrolment fee will be paid separately.
*If you want to get a SCA certificate. First you have to register our course and pay course fee here, and provide your learner ID (register here) . You will then receive an email from SCA to pay the course enrolment fee. You have to pay the enrolment fee directly to SCA before the course date. Otherwise you can still attend the course without accreditation, but you cannot attend the exam and will not get a SCA certificate.
*Course fee is not refundable once booked, schedule and resource is occupied. If you foresee any change in advance we will try our best to reschedule to next available class, subject to availability and admin fee.

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Coffee Making Class (1 to 1) | How to Operate Commerical Espresso Machine

You want to make a better coffee, for yourself or for your shop. But you don't have time. Neither you don't have interest in a group class. You don't like books (well understood, coffee is not about books) ! So here is the coffee making class, 1 to 1, no books, only practice. Focus only on espresso machine coffee making, 2 hours, 1 to 1, so it ensures lots of practice.

Coffee Making Class (1 to 1)
Time: 3 hours
Date: weekday 10am-12pm. Use Contact Form in homepage to confirm
Price: £200 (1 to 1 price. 2 persons in same class for £300)

Payment in advance before class. --> PAY HERE !

Course schedule for 2024 SEP OCT

 

Here we have the coming course schedule.

These courses are SCA accredited - for those who want to join the coffee industry, or further develop their skills. We offer discounts in some courses. 

Contact us if you are interested.

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Course Arrangement During COVID-19

COVID-19 WARNING

Class is limited to max 2 to ensure social distance and prevention of Covid-19. Student who has symptons of flu, sore throat, or coughing MUST NOT come to the class. Temperature will be checked in arrival and those have temperature cannot be admitted to the class. Course in other date/ time, on site or online, will be re-arranged. Course material will be delivered in advance, reading before the class is required in order to reduce contact time. Pratice will be done in sequence, one by one, rather than crowding all at the same time.


Coffee Training - Barista Skills Professional

Barista Professional (3 Days)
Certificate Option
In the 3 days course, we’ll look at the scientific elements & develop advanced understanding of coffee extraction. 

WHAT WE WILL COVER : Fully understand all components of coffee and able to describe taste, aroma and tactile experience. Understand brewing parameters that affect cup quality and how to dial in the recipe to best suit the coffee. Understand café operation layouts and how to arrange Look at water quality, measure TDS, alkalinity and PH Understand a café operation - Test your knowledge and skill with a series of written and practical assessments

 PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE : Ideal for someone who has completed the intermediate level with a further 12 months experience working towards a professional career in coffee.

COURSE FEE: £680
VENUE: 824 Bristol Road South, Birmingham B31 2NS

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***Acceptance of students not studied our Foundation and Intermediate Courses, will be evaluated and assessed individually, to ensure meeting of requirement to SCA Professional Level. For students who cannot meet the standard they can attend the course but they cannot take the examination and accreditation from SCA. You understand and agree this terms before purchase.


*** READ CAREFULLY ***

*Our course fee does not include SCA’s course enrolment fee €50. SCA introduced new accreditation enrolment in Feb 2023. Course fee and SCA’s enrolment fee will be paid separately.
*If you want to get a SCA certificate. First you have to register our course and pay course fee here, and provide your learner ID (register here) . You will then receive an email from SCA to pay the course enrolment fee. You have to pay the enrolment fee directly to SCA before the course date. Otherwise you can still attend the course without accreditation, but you cannot attend the exam and will not get a SCA certificate.
*Course fee is not refundable once booked, schedule and resource is occupied. If you foresee any change in advance we will try our best to reschedule to next available class, subject to availability and admin fee.
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