Our Barista Training Courses offer recognisable value to your business and improve customer satisfaction. With the only two SCA Authorised barista trainers located in the North East – we are local to Newcastle.
Our Barista Training Courses offer recognisable value to your business and improve customer satisfaction. With the only two SCA Authorised barista trainers located in the North East – we are local to Newcastle.
Currently we offer:
We will be offering more SCA courses in the future, stay tuned!
Authorised SCA Trainer
Born in the US, and after stints in Australia and New Zealand, Kaitlin joined Ringtons in 2022 to help our customers with serving great coffee and providing training to baristas in their own environments.
7 years of experience in the industry – most of that time spent behind a café counter making drinks for customers.
“I love teaching baristas about the exciting world of the coffee supply chain and the journey every bean must take from seed to cup.”
Favourite latte art pattern: “Swan. Next one to learn is the rose!”
Favourite café drink: “I love ordering a pour over when they are offered as I think it gives the coffee a chance to really shine and show off all of the processing it’s been through on it’s journey to the cup.”
Authorised SCA Trainer
Alfie found his passion for coffee whilst travelling Australia 2017 – 2019. Since returning to the UK he invested all his time into coffee. From working in cafes, to roasting specialty coffees, training many individuals and clients.
Favourite latte art pattern: “My go to latte art is a swan however I love the simplicity of a tulip!”
Favourite café drink: “My order – Flat white, guest espresso and a pour over (assuming all 3 are offered) This gives me enough caffeine for the day.”
Though the SCA does not require learners to take these courses is order, we believe taking the courses in order is essential to supporting our learners’ education.
Learner’s do not have to have taken previous courses with Ringtons in order to take the next level in the module. Learners who can provide proof of certificates for previous courses may enrol in the next level of the module.
There is a limit of 5 learners per course.
If you would like to book a group of 3 or more students, please contact us for assistance.
Courses require a minimum of three learners in attendance. We reserve the right to cancel an under-enrolled course and issue a full refund with a minimum of one week’s notice.
If for any reason you can’t attend your booked course then we will do everything we can to change your booking to a future date which suits you.
If you require a refund please cancel at least two weeks in advance.
Cancellations less than two weeks in advance will be eligible for a 50% refund. Cancellations within three days of the booking will not be eligible for a refund.
Our Barista Training Courses take place locally to Newcastle in our Ringtons Head Office, Byker. Click here to view the location on Google maps.
Introduction to Coffee is an ideal course for anyone who is new to the coffee industry or just has an interest in this wonderful drink. It charts coffee’s journey from its origins in Ethiopia to the major commodity it is today, enjoyed by millions of people around the world.
From coffee process, roasting, brewing to tasting, this course gives a general overview of coffee’s supply chain. This half day course also includes a “coffee cupping” which allows you to taste the various flavours of coffee.
The Barista Skills Foundation course focuses on the key skills required to set a grinder, make espresso and foam, and texture milk for cappuccinos.
This course allows one to gain an introductory understanding of the coffee itself and set a foundation from which to build practical skills for milk technique and latte art, while implementing health and safety practices and customer service.
The Barista Skills Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course.
It is ideal for someone who has barista skills experience and wants to explore how to improve coffee quality and prepare for more complex job functions found in the barista profession.
The Barista Skills Professional course is designed to test advanced skills and detailed knowledge of the science behind processes used by a professional barista (for example, a barista with 12 months or more of work experience).
Successful candidates will have explored and demonstrated the advanced skills typically expected of a head barista.
All courses can be taken with or without the SCA certificate and can be used towards the new SCA Cafe Diploma. We would recommend certificates for anyone either already working in, or seeking a career in the industry. Please note the quoted price includes the cost of the certificate.
Gain the skills are knowedge you need to unlock your full barista potential.
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With around 70 Authorized SCA Trainers in the UK. The only two between Leeds and Berwick work for Ringtons.
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Not sure where the training takes place?
All of our courses are ran local to Newcaslte, at Ringtons Head Office in Byker.
If you would like to arrange for a private course at an additional charge, please contact us to make arrangements.
