Are you a Coffee Roaster or a Green Coffee Trader?

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

The Green Coffee Foundation course is designed to introduce basic concepts regarding the consuming side of green coffee. Participants will learn about the specialty coffee supply chain from seed to cup, including cultivation, harvesting, processing, drying, shipping, storage, and delivery. The principles of coffee growing, processing, grading, and trade and portfolio management are also explored. This course is designed for individuals with no previous experience with the green coffee part of the supply chain.

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. Coffee Roasting Foundations and Sensory Skills Foundations are also highly complimentary.

Green Coffee Foundation Resources

• SCA TasterWheel English 8.5x11

• SCA Protocols & Best Practices

• SCA Full Cupping Form x3.pdf

• SCAA Full Cupping Scoresheet x4.pdf

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• SCA Washed Arabica Green Grading Form.pdf

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 kits: 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.