SCA GREEN COFFEE
Course: 5 points
Duration: 1 Day
Course fee: R4000
SCA Green Coffee Foundtion
The SCA Green Coffee Foundation Course is an introductory programme designed to build essential knowledge of green coffee and its role within the coffee value chain. Ideal for beginners, hospitality professionals, and coffee enthusiasts, it provides a clear overview of how coffee moves from origin to roastery.
Participants will explore key stages including cultivation, processing, grading, and storage, while gaining insight into how these factors influence coffee quality. The course also introduces the basics of the global coffee trade, along with core terminology and industry standards.
Aligned with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) curriculum, this course serves as a strong foundation for further study in green coffee, quality control, and sourcing, equipping learners with the confidence to engage more effectively in the specialty coffee industry.
Course: 10 points
Duration: 2 Days
Course fee: R5200
SCA Green Coffee Intermediate
The SCA Green Coffee Intermediate Course builds on foundational knowledge to develop a deeper understanding of green coffee evaluation, trade, and quality control. Designed for professionals working in sourcing, roasting, and quality roles, this course focuses on the practical and analytical skills required within the specialty coffee industry.
Participants will explore green coffee grading in greater detail, including defect identification, moisture analysis, and sample evaluation. The course also covers contracts, logistics, pricing structures, and risk management within the global coffee trade.
Aligned with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) curriculum, this course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills needed to make informed decisions around green coffee purchasing, handling, and quality assessment, while preparing them for more advanced study in the discipline.
Course: 25 points
Duration: 3 Days
Course fee: R7000
SCA Green Coffee Professional
The SCA Green Coffee Professional Course is an advanced programme designed for experienced coffee professionals seeking expert-level knowledge in green coffee sourcing, evaluation, and trade. It focuses on strategic decision-making and the complexities of operating within the global coffee supply chain.
Participants will engage deeply with topics such as advanced quality control, contract negotiation, risk management, market dynamics, and long-term sourcing strategies. Emphasis is placed on applying analytical skills to real-world scenarios, ensuring consistency, sustainability, and quality across supply channels.
Aligned with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) curriculum, this course prepares learners to operate at a high professional level within green coffee, equipping them with the expertise to lead sourcing initiatives and drive quality-focused outcomes in the specialty coffee industry.