SCA Barista Intermediate
2026 dates: May 27-28 (Wed-Thurs), 9 AM-5 PM each day June 8-9 (Mon-Tues), 9 AM-5 PM each day July 7-8 (Tues-Wed), 9 AM-5 PM each day August 12-13 (Wed-Thurs), 9 AM-5 PM each day Please email lab@highergroundstrading.com to inquire about custom dates for this two-day course. // The SCA Barista Intermediate course builds on the skills and content of the Foundations course. This is the ideal class for anyone with barista experience who wants to improve the quality of their preparations and learn more complex skills behind the bar. We'll explore the impacts that coffee's origin, variety, and processing methods have on its flavor. You'll learn: In depth techniques for dialing in espresso recipes Drink construction and technique Latte art Workflow for maximum efficiency Sensory aspects of espresso extraction Key elements of health and safety Basic business practices Intermediate Level (Two-Day Course). This intermediate level course is for experienced baristas. The SCA Foundations cou