Become a Professional Barista in 5 Days
The complete journey from beginner to job-ready. 10 modules across 5 days on real commercial machines. Small groups of 4. Australian standards. No experience needed.
Taught by Tristan Creswick -- the only Australian AST in Southeast Asia.
Barista Skills That Actually Pay
Higher Starting Wage
Trained baristas in KL earn 20-40% more than untrained staff. In Australia, the gap is even wider.
Work Anywhere
Australian barista standards are recognised globally. Your certificate travels with you.
Open Your Own Cafe
Our graduates have launched 30+ cafes and roasteries across Malaysia and Australia.
Job Security
Skilled baristas are always in demand. Melbourne alone has 2,000+ cafes hiring year-round.
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Australian Barista Fundamentals
The perfect starting point. No experience needed. Max 4 Students.
- BAR-101: Espresso Fundamentals
- BAR-102: Latte Art 1 -- Love Heart
- BAR-103: Cafe Menu + Filter Brewing
- BAR-104: Australian Cafe Level 1
- BONUS: Opening & Closing SOP
- BONUS: Machine Maintenance
Australian Barista Complete
The full journey. Beginner to professional in 5 days.
- All 10 modules across 5 days
- Days 1-2: Beginner (BAR-101 to 104)
- Days 3-4: Intermediate (BAR-201 to 204)
- Day 5: Advanced (BAR-301, 302)
- Certificate: Complete Barista
Barista Skills Accelerator
For Fundamentals graduates. Level up to intermediate.
- BAR-201: Dialing In -- The Blend
- BAR-202: Latte Art 2 -- Tulip & Rosetta
- BAR-203: Dialing In -- Brazil
- BAR-204: Australian Cafe Level 2
- BAR-301: Dialing In -- Ethiopia
- BAR-302: Filter Brewing Fundamentals
Book Any Module Separately
Build your own path. Each module is a complete 3-hour session. Book one, or stack them into a full course later.
Australian Barista Career Coaching
Heading to Australia? Add a 2 hour private session with Tristan. Resume workshop, mock interviews, job search strategy, and insider knowledge on what Aussie cafe managers actually look for.
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The SCA Credential That Travels
An SCA certificate is not a piece of paper -- it is a passport. Recognised by employers and coffee institutions in 70+ countries, it tells the world you trained to an international standard. Whether you are applying for a visa-sponsored barista role in Melbourne, a specialty cafe in London, or a roastery in Singapore, this credential opens doors.
SCA Barista Foundation
Your first step into the global coffee community. Covers espresso preparation, milk technique, and cafe hygiene to SCA standards. Perfect if you are building a Coffee Diploma.
SCA Barista Intermediate
The level that separates hobbyists from professionals. Deep dive into extraction science, advanced milk texturing, workflow efficiency, and customer service. Required for AST pathway.
SCA Foundation + Intermediate
The smartest way to build your Coffee Diploma. Book both levels together, save RM399, and walk away with both certifications -- enough to unlock the Professional level and put you on the path to becoming an SCA Authorized Trainer.
SCA Barista Professional
The pinnacle of the SCA Barista pathway. Advanced sensory calibration, production workflow optimisation, training methodology, and business operations. Required to become an SCA Authorized Trainer (AST).
3+ months behind a machine? Submit 2 latte art patterns and a short questionnaire. If you meet the requirement, go straight to the 2-hour practical exam + online exam (PDF study guide included) -- RM990 instead of RM2,799. Same official SCA certificate.
Go Beyond the Basics
Specialist skills that set you apart in any coffee environment. Plus dedicated latte art sessions from Love Heart to Seahorse.
Matcha Specialist
Traditional whisking, modern matcha beverages, and menu integration for cafes.
Customer Service Expert
The art of hospitality. Read the room, handle complaints, turn regulars into advocates.
Cafe Manager
Operations, scheduling, inventory, team leadership and profit management for running a cafe.
Latte Art Studio
Five focused sessions from Love Heart to Seahorse. All levels welcome.
Launch Your Coffee Business
Everything you need to open your doors. From concept to launch, guided by 27 years of industry experience.
Launch Your Espresso Bar
Equipment selection, workflow design, menu engineering, supplier setup, hiring plan and launch strategy. Everything needed to open a focused espresso operation.
+ Brand Design -- RM3,000
+ Website Design -- RM1,000
Launch Your Cafe
Complete cafe build from scratch. Floor plan, kitchen integration, full menu development, staffing structure, POS setup, marketing launch and ongoing operations framework.
+ Brand Design -- RM3,000
+ Website Design -- RM1,000
Become a Barista Trainer
Learn to plan, facilitate and assess barista education. For experienced baristas ready to teach the next generation.
Barista Trainer Expert Programme
Train-the-trainer certification. Covers adult learning principles, assessment design, facilitation skills, and SCA-aligned training methodology. Includes supervised practice teaching sessions.
Tristan Creswick - Founder
The only Australian Authorised SCA Trainer (AST) residing in Southeast Asia. Over a 27 years in the coffee industry, covering everything from competition, cafe ownership, roastery, and training experience across Australia and Malaysia. Has trained over 5500 people from all over the world.
From Our Graduates
I completed the 5 day Barista Course with Ms Beatrice and it was such a memorable experience. She was so patient and kind with all of us and I learnt so much from her. The course was very well structured for beginners like me, and within those 5 days I manage to progress well and learn so much under Ms Beatrice's guidance. I can't wait to use the skills I've learnt in a cafe environment. Super grateful for this experience!
I joined the pourover coffee session and definitely came away with a lot of takeaways. I really enjoyed the class -- the trainer offered a hands-on, experimental experience while explaining the scientific facts behind making great coffee.
Came to do a 2 day barista course while I was back in Malaysia and it was so much fun!! Ms. Beatrice was such a patient and funny teacher, and she really focused on helping us individually get better! I was scared that I wouldn't be able to pick up the course fast enough as it was so short but I learnt so much in such a short time and improved so much thanks to Ms. Beatrice!!
Great coffee course with a very patient and knowledgeable instructor. They explained everything clearly, answered every question, and made learning enjoyable. I gained valuable skills and would definitely recommend this course!
Had a great experience during this 5-day Barista Course. My trainer was very patient, helpful, and made the learning process feel calm and easy. I learned a lot in just five days and gained valuable hands-on experience and confidence in my barista skills. Highly recommended!
I recently completed two excellent courses at Cottle Coffee Academy: the Two Day Barista Course and the Filter Fundamentals (Hand Brew Course). The instructors, Beatrice was fantastic -- very patient, knowledgeable, and great at explaining everything clearly while giving plenty of hands-on guidance. Both courses were well-structured with a good balance of theory and practice. The academy has a professional and comfortable environment with quality equipment. Excellent value and highly recommended for anyone serious about learning coffee. Big thanks to Beatrice! I had a wonderful experience and look forward to taking more advanced courses in the future.
Nice class..catered to what we want even when we ask to change the content..had so much fun
Beatrice was the most supportive and friendly teacher. She ensured I understood everything throughout and spent extra time and care where needed. Would highly recommend! Thank you once again I had a great time.
I feel truly fortunate to have been coached by Tristan and Matthew. Both of them bring not only expertise but also genuine kindness and professionalism into their teaching. Matthew, in particular, has an incredible gift for explanation! He makes complex things simple, practical, and easy to apply. His patience, kindness, and approachable attitude create a space where learning feels inspiring and enjoyable. Tristan's guidance is equally valuable...steady, supportive, and insightful. Together, they make a powerful team that uplifts students not only in skills but also in confidence.
Finished a 2 days barista course at cottle coffee. Fully satisfied matthew our teacher did a really good job. Great experience overall!!
Very well conducted. Pleasant and fun environment too. Matthew was friendly and well prepared. He was patient to teach each one of us and willing to take questions every time. Highly recommended for basic coffee skills and coffee art pouring sessions.
Just finished their 2-Day roasting course. It was a great experience, and got to have a lot of hands on practical experience.
We did the two day barista course and it was an amazing experience! Matthew (our instructor) was very knowledgeable. We got to taste the difference between different espresso brew times, grind size, and beans. Matthew was very patient teaching us how to steam milk properly and pour simple latte art. The class is perfect for someone interested in becoming a barista or simply wants to learn how to make a good cup of coffee.
Good experience... fun, pack with informations.
Good experience for beginner or who likes to drink coffee. Teacher was so patient. The class is not crowded.
Good environment and fun.
Excellent latte art class.
Barista Academy.. recommended..
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