Beverage Standards Association Level 1 Certification – Full Day
Beverage Standards Association Level 1 Certification – Full Day

Beverage Standards Association Level 1 Certification – Full Day

Gain a solid foundation in barista skills with the Beverage Standards Association Level 1 Certification. This full-day course covers everything from understanding the journey of coffee from bean to cup to mastering the perfect espresso and milk steaming techniques. Ideal for aspiring baristas or coffee enthusiasts looking to deepen their knowledge.

Key Features:

  • Course Objectives: Understanding barista duties, coffee processes, espresso extraction, milk steaming, and preparation of five gourmet coffees
  • Location: On-site at our barista school in Kendal
  • Additional Information: Lunch provided. Please direct any dietary requirements to your point of contact at least one week before the course.
Core Barista Skills & Knowledge: Develop a clear understanding of barista responsibilities, coffee production processes, and professional café workflows.Espresso Extraction & Milk Texturing: Learn the fundamentals of espresso preparation, grind control, milk steaming, and consistent drink quality.Gourmet Coffee Preparation: Gain hands-on experience preparing five classic gourmet coffee drinks to professional standards.Dedicated Barista School Training: Delivered on-site at our fully equipped barista school in Kendal, designed for practical, hands-on learning.All-Inclusive Training Day: Lunch is provided, with dietary requirements accommodated when advised at least one week in advance.
£135.00

Who This Course Is For

Ideal for building confidence in a professional coffee environment or formalising existing experience.

Aspiring baristas starting their career

Perfect for anyone just starting in coffee who wants to build solid practical skills and understand the foundations of professional beverage service.

Front-of-House Staff

Ideal for café and hospitality staff who want a recognised qualification that proves competence and deepens product knowledge.

Business Owners & Managers

Great for operators who want to strengthen in-house training, improve service standards, and broaden team coffee literacy.

Course Breakdown

The course is one focused, practical day of training with guided demonstrations and assessments.

Morning:

Coffee basics, equipment overview, workflow

Midday:

Espresso preparation and milk texturing fundamentals

Afternoon:

Drink building, service standards, assessment

What You’ll Leave With

This full-day qualification isn’t just a tick-box — it equips you with usable skills and confidence:

Beverage Standards Association Level 1 Certification

Practical understanding of core coffee principles

Clear grasp of workflow and drink preparation standards

Competence in basic espresso, milk texturing, and drink assembly