The Barista Guild of America (BGA) offers certificate classes at regional SCAA Skill-Building Workshops throughout the year and at our annual events, the SCAA Exposition and BGA Barista Camp. Please check back for updates to course offerings and keep an eye out for events coming to your area. To learn more about Barista Guild Certificates and view the list of certified baristas, visit the BGA website.
* Please note: experienced baristas can choose to pursue and obtain Level 1 by achieving a passing score in CP190 AND attending CP103 (may test out of all other requirements).
To view details on Level 1, please click here.
To view details on Level 2, please click here.
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Governance & Administration Information
The BGA Certificate Programs are governed and administered by the Barista Guild of America and the Specialty Coffee Association of America. All coursework and tests are property of SCAA. Coursework and Tests are designed by the BGA and the SCAA Professional Development Committee. All tests and test scores are subject to SCAA's confidentiality policy.
Education Tracking and Test Scores: Tests will be graded and candidates will be notified of scores and pass/fail information within two weeks of testing. Education credits including test scores will be applied to the student's online profile at SCAA.org within 4-6 weeks of each class or test taken. All education credits, test scores and certificates completed/earned are tracked in each individual student's online profile at SCAA.org. Students are tracked using an individual email address, which can be updated by the student anytime online. Education tracking will not be provided to students who do not have an online profile at SCAA.org.
Appeals: Program participants may appeal scores, rules or requirements in writing. Whenever possible, candidates are encouraged to resolve any concerns or disputes first by phone or email with an SCAA professional development staff member or the BGA Certification Panel. Full information and dispute resolution is stated in the BGA Certification Handbook.
Level 1
SCAA Class Code |
Class Title |
|
CP101 |
Introduction to Espresso Part 1 |
|
CP102 |
Introduction to Espresso Part 2 |
|
GE103 |
Introduction to Cupping |
|
CP151 |
Introduction to Coffee Brewing & Extraction |
|
CP103 |
Introduction to Customer Service |
|
CP190 |
Level 1 Barista Certificate Test |
* Please note: experienced baristas can choose to pursue and obtain Level 1 by achieving a passing score in CP190 AND attending CP103 (may test out of all other requirements).
To view details on Level 1, please click here.
Level 2
| SCAA Class Code | Class Title | |
| CB100 | Seed to Cup | |
| CP203 | Milk & Latte Art | |
| CP201 | Grind, Dose, Tamp, Extract 201 | |
| CP202 | Espresso Bar Efficiency & Workflow | |
| CB204 | Exploring Espresso Equipment | |
| CP290 | Level 2 Barista Certificate Test |
To view details on Level 2, please click here.
Level 3
Coming Soon
Governance & Administration Information
The BGA Certificate Programs are governed and administered by the Barista Guild of America and the Specialty Coffee Association of America. All coursework and tests are property of SCAA. Coursework and Tests are designed by the BGA and the SCAA Professional Development Committee. All tests and test scores are subject to SCAA's confidentiality policy.
Education Tracking and Test Scores: Tests will be graded and candidates will be notified of scores and pass/fail information within two weeks of testing. Education credits including test scores will be applied to the student's online profile at SCAA.org within 4-6 weeks of each class or test taken. All education credits, test scores and certificates completed/earned are tracked in each individual student's online profile at SCAA.org. Students are tracked using an individual email address, which can be updated by the student anytime online. Education tracking will not be provided to students who do not have an online profile at SCAA.org.
Appeals: Program participants may appeal scores, rules or requirements in writing. Whenever possible, candidates are encouraged to resolve any concerns or disputes first by phone or email with an SCAA professional development staff member or the BGA Certification Panel. Full information and dispute resolution is stated in the BGA Certification Handbook.
