During this course, you will learn the art of making and serving excellent coffee, as well as the history and evolution of coffee, technology, and different recipes.

An ideal course for the coffee enthusiast or trainee Baristas which covers the following theory and practical unit standards;

17284: Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production (Level 3 Credits 3) This entry-level unit standard is for people who are interested in working in the area of producing coffees. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of coffee origins, beans, harvesting, fair trade requirements, roasting, blending, decaffeination, and storage and handling.

 17285 - Demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso coffee equipment and prepare espresso beverages under supervision (Level 2 Credits 4) This pre-entry unit standard is for people training to use commercial espresso coffee equipment and make popular drinks that can be made with espresso equipment. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso equipment; making espresso and other beverages using commercial espresso equipment, and prepare espresso beverages under supervision.

 The cost of $269 includes the workbook, certificate, NZQA credits, and all materials

Course Fee Subsidy

This course is subsided by Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) for NZ citizens and permanent migrant adults, their partners on work visas or visitor visas, and refugees. To qualify, registrants should be over the age of 16 years and not currently enrolled in a secondary school. You must provide evidence of NZ citizenship, residency, or refugee status to our staff for sighting purposes.

For Non- Resident students there will be a surcharge of NZD$20.

Please note that the refund policy for this particular course is extended to 10 working days as we are required to order books from Service IQ for each student participating.

Please note: All courses need a minimum number to go ahead. If your course does not have enough enrolments, we regret that we will have to cancel and will let you know either by email or text. Courses are usually cancelled, when necessary, 2-3 working days prior to the scheduled start date.