SCA Intermediate Barista Workshop
Take Your Barista Skills Further.
At Coaltown, we believe great coffee starts with understanding what’s in the cup and why it tastes the way it does.
Our SCA Barista Skills Intermediate course is designed for baristas and coffee professionals ready to take their technical knowledge and practical skills to the next level. Building on your existing experience, this hands-on workshop explores espresso preparation, extraction, workflow and milk-based drinks in greater depth, helping you develop greater consistency, precision and confidence behind the bar.
Led by Alysha Huxley, an Authorised SCA Trainer, you’ll train in the environment of a working specialty coffee roastery and professional training space, combining SCA theory with practical application.
Workshop Duration: 14 Hours
Why Train with Coaltown?
This isn’t just about making better coffee. It’s about understanding the variables behind it and learning how to control them.
You’ll work hands-on with professional equipment, develop a deeper understanding of extraction and espresso preparation, and learn how to identify and solve challenges that affect coffee quality and consistency.
As an SCA-accredited course, the training follows the Specialty Coffee Association’s Intermediate-level curriculum and provides an internationally recognised qualification on successful completion.
What You’ll Learn
Espresso & Extraction
Build on your existing espresso knowledge and explore the variables that influence extraction, flavour and consistency.
Dialling In & Sensory Skills
Develop a more analytical approach to tasting and dialling in, using sensory evaluation to identify and correct extraction issues.
Grinding & Dose Control
Explore how grind size, dose and yield interact, and learn how to make precise adjustments to achieve repeatable results.
Workflow & Barista Efficiency
Develop efficient bar workflow and preparation techniques that improve consistency, speed and quality during service.
Milk & Milk-Based Drinks
Refine your milk texturing and preparation techniques, with a focus on consistency, temperature, texture and drink quality.
Equipment & Troubleshooting
Build your understanding of professional espresso equipment and learn how to identify and troubleshoot common issues affecting extraction and performance.
Who Is It For?
The Intermediate course is ideal for:
- Experienced baristas looking to develop their technical skills
- Café and coffee shop teams looking to improve consistency and quality
- Hospitality professionals with existing barista experience
- Specialty coffee professionals looking to deepen their knowledge
- Anyone looking to gain an internationally recognised SCA qualification
Go Deeper. Brew Better. Lead with Confidence.
Designed to build on your existing experience, the SCA Barista Skills Intermediate course will help you develop a deeper understanding of specialty coffee and the technical skills required to consistently produce exceptional drinks.
Train with Coaltown. Learn from Alysha. Take your barista skills further.
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Our SCA Academy
Coaltown’s Coffee Workshop Academy is a dedicated training space for developing your skills and understanding of specialty coffee. Our SCA-accredited training combines industry-recognised education with hands-on experience, using professional La Marzocco espresso machines and equipment in a working café environment.
Whether you’re building your barista fundamentals, learning to dial in espresso, or refining milk steaming and latte art, our training is designed to build practical skills, knowledge and confidence.
For anyone looking for SCA-accredited barista training in the UK, Coaltown’s Academy provides the expertise, equipment and environment to take your coffee skills to the next level.
South Wales Based
Coaltown’s SCA-accredited training is proudly rooted in Ammanford, South Wales, offering professional, hands-on coffee education for baristas and coffee professionals across the region. Whether you’re searching for SCA training in South Wales, coffee courses near Swansea, or specialist coffee education close to Cardiff, our roastery-based academy provides the opportunity to develop your skills in a real working environment. Combining expert instruction, industry-leading equipment and the internationally recognised SCA curriculum, our courses provide a high-quality training experience for anyone looking to develop their knowledge and expertise in specialty coffee.
Meet Your Trainer: Alysha Huxley
Alysha Huxley is an Authorised SCA Trainer with a passion for specialty coffee, education and helping others build confidence behind the bar. With a practical, hands-on approach to training, Alysha combines technical knowledge with real-world café experience to make complex coffee concepts accessible and engaging.
Whether you’re new to specialty coffee or looking to refine your existing skills, Alysha will guide you through the SCA curriculum with a focus on understanding, consistency and practical application. At Coaltown, her aim is simple: to help you leave every session with greater knowledge, confidence and a deeper appreciation for the craft of coffee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
An SCA Barista Skills course provides internationally recognised training in the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to work confidently with specialty coffee, from espresso preparation and extraction to milk steaming and customer service.
Coaltown offers SCA-accredited Barista Skills training from our roastery and training academy in Ammanford, South Wales, combining the SCA curriculum with practical, hands-on experience. Available in foundation, Intermediate and professional level qualifications.
Our SCA courses are designed for baristas, café and hospitality professionals, coffee shop teams and anyone looking to develop their professional specialty coffee skills and gain an internationally recognised qualification.
You’ll develop practical skills across espresso preparation, grinding and extraction, dialling in, milk texturing, latte art, coffee knowledge, equipment and customer service, alongside the theory required by the SCA curriculum.
Yes. SCA education is internationally recognised within the specialty coffee industry, making an SCA qualification a valuable addition to your professional coffee experience and career development.
Coaltown’s SCA-accredited Barista Skills courses take place at our specialty coffee roastery and Coffee Workshop Academy in Ammanford, South Wales, within easy reach of Swansea and Cardiff.