Do you want to develop your coffee tasting and sensory skills?

The Coffee Sensory Skills Foundation Course by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is PERFECT for you!

The Sensory Skills Foundation course explores the essentials of sensory evaluation in a practical and interactive manner. It investigates the way we perceive what we taste and how to apply this knowledge when evaluating coffee’s natural characteristics. It also offers insight into identifying specialty coffee qualities, as well as an overview of how to implement this in business..

Course Length: 7-10 hours with combined online course calls, at-home activities and study/practice module guidance. This is an ONLINE COURSE which requires learners to call in and join discussions.

Pre-requisites: None; Introduction to Coffee Course is recommended. Any of the other SCA Coffee Foundation courses are also highly complimentary as Sensory Skills is a fulcrum connecting Green to Roasting to Brewing and Barista Skills.

Sensory Skills Foundation Resources

• SCA TasterWheel English 8.5x11

• SCA Protocols & Best Practices

• SCA Full Cupping Form x3.pdf

• SCAA Full Cupping Scoresheet x4.pdf

• Sensory Tasting Code Placemats

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Practical Exam Information: There is no required practical skills exam for SCA Foundation courses. All practical skills, exercises and activities included in the course are designed to help students prepare for future Intermediate certification in-person with an Authorized SCA Trainer (AST).

Also consider adding a Coffee Training and Sensory Kit: AVAILABLE HERE

Easy 3-Steps to Join

1. Purchase below with “Register Course”

   1. Price includes certification fees.

2. Request admission to purchased course date at https://specialtycoffee.my.site.com/s/course-list

   1. Hint: “Search for AST” and enter Adam Carpenter

3. Watch your email for your admission and course materials.