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BARISTA PROGRAM

Brewing a future as warm as coffee

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What participants will learn

Learn the craft. Build the confidence.

  • Learn the foundational techniques of espresso preparation, milk steaming, and drink customization
  • Participants grow more independent over time, needing fewer prompts, less coaching, and more room to rely on their knowledge.
  • Build independence by using equipment like espresso machines, grinders, and steamers safely and correctly
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Goals and outcomes

Purpose of this program.

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    Hands-on experience with the real craft of coffee, from pulling the perfect shot to steaming milk.

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    Participants grow more independent over time — needing less reminding and less coaching.

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    By the end of the program, participants can prepare multiple espresso-based drinks on their own.

Program format

  • Frequency

    Twice

    a week

  • Class time

    2-hour

    per class

  • Class ratio

    1:1 or 1:2

    teacher to student

Your learning journey

  1. Learning the origins of coffee and the tools of the cafe
  2. Building preparation and presentation skills for a variety of drinks
  3. Practicing proper hygiene and workplace professionalism
  4. Completing a final skills assessment and hands-on test at the end of 16 weeks
  5. Participating in a paid internship with job placement support
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A Supportive Learning Environment

  • Individualized

    Our instructor meets each participant where they are, offering guidance at every step and gradually stepping back as confidence grows.

  • ISP Reports

    Every participant begins with a personalized baseline assessment. Then, we develop individualized goals, track progress, and provide detailed reports.

  • Coffee Preparation

    Participants gain hands-on experience and learn to craft Americanos, pour-overs, and lattes.

  • Executive Function

    Participants strengthen executive functioning skills by learning how to manage schedules and follow multi-step directions.

  • Workplace Readiness

    Participants develop professional habits such as teamwork, communication, and workplace etiquette.

  • Food Safety & Sanitation

    Participants learn hygiene, cleaning procedures, and food safety practices to maintain a safe environment.

Inquiry form

Take the Next Step

  1. Fill out our Inquiry Form, and a team member will contact you within 24 hours.

  2. You may also reach out directly to discuss whether this program is a good fit for the learner's goals and needs.

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