Internationally Recognised in 70+ Countries
SCA Barista Certification Pathway
Earn your Specialty Coffee Association credentials — the gold standard in coffee industry certification. Recognised by employers worldwide from Melbourne to London to Dubai.
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Why SCA?
The Credential That Opens Doors
Globally Recognised
Accepted by employers in 70+ countries. From Melbourne cafes to London roasteries to Dubai hotels.
Career Advancement
SCA-certified baristas command higher pay and better positions. The paper that proves your expertise.
Industry Credibility
The Specialty Coffee Association sets the global standard. Their certification is the most respected in coffee.
Your Pathway
Foundation → Intermediate → Professional
Foundation
RM1,499
1 Day
→
Intermediate
RM2,799
2 Days
→
Professional
RM4,499
3 Days
💰 Bundle & Save: Foundation + Intermediate = RM3,899 (Save RM399)
Certification Details
Choose Your SCA Level
Entry Level
SCA Barista Foundation
Internationally recognised entry-level certification
RM1,499
+ Add to 2-Day Fundamentals for only RM500
- BAR-101: Espresso Fundamentals
- BAR-102: Latte Art 1 — Love Heart
- SCA Foundation exam prep
- Written & practical exam
- Official SCA certificate
Advanced
SCA Barista Intermediate
The qualification employers actually ask for
RM2,799
+ Add to 5-Day Course for only RM500
- BAR-201 through BAR-204
- Advanced dialing in & latte art
- Cafe management skills
- SCA Intermediate exam
- Prerequisite: SCA Foundation
Best SCA Value
SCA Foundation & Intermediate Bundle
Both certifications — save RM399
RM3,899
Save RM399 vs booking separately (RM4,298)
- SCA Foundation (Day 1)
- SCA Intermediate (Days 2-3)
- Both official SCA exams
- Dual certification in 3 days
- Fastest path to dual-certified barista
Apex
SCA Barista Professional
The highest SCA credential
RM4,499
For serious professionals only
- Master-level espresso profiling
- Competition-grade latte art
- Cafe operations & leadership
- Sensory analysis
- Prerequisite: SCA Intermediate
Choose Your Path
Skills Bundle vs SCA Certification
Same world-class training. Different pricing. Choose what matters to you.
☕ Skills Bundle (Better Value)
2-Day Fundamentals: RM999
5-Day Complete: RM3,490
Skills Accelerator: RM2,390
Per day: ~RM500-700
Certificate: Cottle Academy
Best for: Hands-on learners who want practical skills
Add SCA later: +RM500 anytime
📜 SCA Certification (Prestige)
SCA Foundation: RM1,499
SCA Intermediate: RM2,799
SCA Bundle: RM3,899
Per day: ~RM1,300-1,500
Certificate: SCA (70+ countries)
Best for: Those who want the globally recognised credential
Status: The paper that opens doors worldwide
💡 Pro tip: Many students start with the Skills Bundle (better value) and add the SCA certification later for +RM500. You get the same training either way — just different pricing.