About TQUK
Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) is one of the top 20 Awarding Organizations in the UK, regulated by the UK Parliament and directly overseen by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual).
Course Advantages
- Suitable for anyone, especially beginners.
- Covers basic coffee theory and provides hands-on guidance for operating espresso machines.
- Extended practice time is arranged, offering more hands-on machine operation opportunities for beginners.
- Upon passing the exam, you will receive a lifelong recognized certificate.
Learning Objectives
This qualification includes the following six learning objectives:
- Demonstrate product knowledge of coffee and other beverages.
- Understand how to set up and perform practical operations at the bar.
- Prepare for store opening, including workstation cleaning and equipment checks.
- Maintain hygiene and safety at the bar.
- Demonstrate beverage preparation skills.
- Provide customer service.
Course Content (Theory & Practice)
- Knowledge of coffee, tea, chocolate, and smoothie/juice theory.
- Learn preparation techniques for coffee, chocolate, tea, and smoothies.
- Learn to operate semi-automatic espresso machines.
- Understand coffee roasting.
- How to make espresso.
- Using the steam wand to create milk foam.
- Customer service knowledge.
- Demonstrating beverage preparation skills.
- Barista safety work guidelines.
- Bar safety and hygiene.
- Internship and practical operations.
- Revision and mock exam content.
Post-Course Certification
Upon completion, you can register for the TQUK Level 2 Award in Barista Skills (Certificate Level).
You can also simultaneously register for the SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) 'Introduction to Coffee' exam.
