European Special Coffee Association (SCAE) barista certification standard

There are a large number of "barista training institutions" around the world, but there is no independent testing and certification mechanism based on knowledge and production capabilities. Just like getting a driver's license, the European Special Coffee Association will get our certification no matter where you received the training or even learned it yourself, you only need to pass our written, oral and hands-on tests. Our tests are based on the most common international standards.

Because the role of modern baristas has gone beyond espresso machines and bean grinders, our tests will include the use of other production tools, as well as general coffee knowledge.

The three levels we have divided are:

First-level standard, junior barista

A record of six months' working time is required, which can be in a coffee shop, a coffee roaster, or a coffee seller

The test includes three aspects of written test, namely, basic coffee knowledge, including coffee planting, processing, grading, roasting and tasting.

Basic knowledge of coffee making, theory of coffee extraction, and basic knowledge of other common coffee making methods

Basic knowledge of espresso, including coffee machine, bean grinder, machine operation, coffee, making and various coffee drinks

There are also simple practical tests.

Secondary standard, intermediate barista

One year's work record is required and passed the test at the next level.

The content of the written test is the same as before, except that it is more difficult.

The test is more difficult, and there is also an oral test.

Level III standard, senior barista

Two years of work record is required and passed the test of intermediate barista.

Written tests, oral tests, and practical tests are all in accordance with expert requirements, including coffee tasting.