Non-Award
This Course describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders.
It also includes pre-requisite unit SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety, this gives an understanding of hygienic practices used in a commercial environment for the safety of customers.
This unit applies to any hospitality organisation that serves espresso coffee beverages, including cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, function and event venues. It applies to espresso machine operators who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.
To gain entry to this course candidates must:
To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
To achieve VTP454 - Barista Training a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as detailed below.Students will be issued with a 'Statement of Attainment' upon the successful completion.The total Nominal Hours for the sequence listed below is 45.
Possible occupations relevant to this program include:
Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.