SCA Certificate Programs
Elevate your career in coffee.
To elevate your career in the coffee industry, consider the SCA Certificate Programs. Based on extensive knowledge and real-world insight, they emphasise not just educational excellence but practical application — so the skills you gain apply directly in the coffee sector. An SCA certificate is esteemed by employers worldwide, giving your résumé a global edge. More than learning, it's about building a thriving, fulfilling career in coffee.
Explore the Skills Program →Three pathways
The SCA programs.
Internationally recognised certifications across skills, sustainability and technical mastery — taught by an SCA Authorized Trainer in Tokyo.
Coffee Skills Program
Comprehensive education across key coffee domains: Introduction to Coffee, Barista Skills, Brewing, Green Coffee, Sensory Skills and Roasting. Progress through three levels — Foundation, Intermediate and Professional — in each specialty, for both broad understanding and deep mastery.
Learn more →Coffee Sustainability Program
Integrating sustainability throughout the specialty-coffee value chain. Across Foundation, Intermediate and Professional stages, you build the skills to understand and address sustainability challenges, lead initiatives, and implement and evaluate efforts within your organisation.
Learn more →Coffee Technicians Program
A pioneering, globally recognised program for those aspiring to excel in maintaining and repairing coffee equipment. Standardised training equips you to handle the many aspects of coffee machinery — essential for specialising in the technical side of the industry.
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