New SCAE Barista Skills Certification: Three Levels Explained

Published: Oct 22, 2026 Author: World Gafei Last Updated: Oct/22/2026 85 views

SCAE’s Barista Skills now has three clear levels: Foundation, Intermediate, and Professional. Here’s what each entails for aspiring baristas.

If you’ve been following SCAE’s Barista Skills path, you may have noticed a major update. As of April, the old Level 1–3 system has been replaced with a clearer, more rigorous three-tier structure: Foundation, Intermediate, and Professional. If you’ve already completed Level 1, your next step is now the Professional course—not Level 2. This restructuring brings more detail, higher standards, and a better skill progression for serious baristas.

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