Certificate in Barista and Service Skills Micro-Credential
Food & Beverage
A course by
New Zealand School of Food & Wine
A 5 day full time, NZQA accredited micro-credential course for beginners offering practical barista and service skills training on campus in Auckland.
NZ$368
inc GST
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NZ$368
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Prepare Espresso and Chocolate Beverages
Develop the ability to produce high quality espresso and chocolate-based drinks using professional machines.
Operate and Maintain Coffee Machines
Gain hands-on experience in the safe operation and cleaning of commercial coffee machines.
What You're Signing Up For
This hands-on course introduces beginners to the world of coffee, teaching them everything from coffee origins to beverage preparation and professional machine operation. Over five days, students receive practical training in making espresso and chocolate-based drinks, customer communication, and service, preparing them for entry-level roles in cafés or hospitality. Upon completion, students earn an NZQA Micro-Credential Certificate.
Course Content
- Coffee origins and growing regions
- Roasting process and flavour profiles
- Preparation of espresso and chocolate beverages
- Operating and cleaning professional coffee machines
- Taking orders
- Professional customer service and communication
- Serving customers
What you need to know first
Ability to speak and understand English
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