TAFE Statement in Basic Barista Skills

This course gives participants the necessary skills and knowledge to prepare and serve coffee using an espresso machine in a variety of hospitality settings. Students will learn to prepare the work area, advise customers, prepare and serve coffee, and maintain the espresso machine. This course provides entry level training for coffee makers and others who are seeking work in a coffee service area. This is a 'stepping stone' course to further students' knowledge about the hospitality industry; an industry that offers a vast and exciting range of career opportunities at all levels. This is non-accredited training.

STUDY COMMITMENT

This is a part time day, face to face course. You will need to attend approximately 4.5 hours of class, over 1 day.


IS THIS COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?

This course will introduce you to a repertoire of coffee styles, teach you how to prepare and present coffee and teach you how to care for and maintain an Espresso Machine.

SERVICES AND STUDY SUPPORT

We offer student services and study support to ensure you can achieve your goals. Learn about TAFE NSW Student Services

As a TAFE NSW student in this course, you will have access to:

• LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
• Studiosity - online access to a real life tutor
• Easy computing online short courses
• Access to local TAFE libraries
• Accessibility and Disability Support Services
• Access to Read&Write learning support software at TAFE and at home

To keep you safe while studying, some of our face to face classes may be replaced with online or connected learning. We have also modified our face to face classes to meet physical distancing requirements and increased cleaning on campus. As restrictions ease, the way you attend your class may change again. If work placement and the demonstration of practical skills are requirements of your course, due to the impacts of COVID 19 there may be a delay or modification in being able to undertake these aspects of your course in the planned timeframe. Be assured, we'll keep you informed every step of the way.

This course is currently scheduled on Wednesday from 9.00am to 1.30pm.

Enrolling with us is easy, though the exact process does depend on your course and any prerequisites that go with it. Be sure to read all course information carefully to make sure it is the right qualification, location and study type for you. Enrol and pay online via our secure payment gateway to secure your place. As you progress through the enrolment process you will be prompted to provide additional information.

For further information or assistance, call 131 601.

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Core Units

This course provides a pathway to work in cafs and coffee shops.