Coffee Basics XA-TS01

Learn barista basics, milk frothing and espresso skills in this short course. Perfect for beginners, hospitality workers and coffee lovers. This hands-on short course will introduce you to the practical skills and knowledge needed for coffee making. Whether you're exploring a career in hospitality or simply love good coffee, you'll gain essential barista skills and confidence behind the machine. Through guided, step-by-step instruction, you'll learn how to operate and maintain a commercial coffee machine, master milk frothing and pouring techniques, and prepare a variety of popular espresso-based drinks. By the end of the course, you'll be ready to step into a junior barista role or impress friends with café-quality coffee at home. This is a non-accredited short course. Eligibility and entry requirements To enrol in this course, you must be aged 15 years or older, and be one of the following: • an Australian citizen or permanent resident • a New Zealand citizen • the holder of a permanent humanitarian visa • an eligible temporary visa holder as defined in the CIT Admission and Enrolment Policy. Delivery mode • Face-to-face course delivered on-campus (5 hours) What you will learn • Barista basics, including making espresso and preparing popular coffee styles. • How to use and clean a commercial coffee machine. • Techniques for steaming, frothing and pouring milk with professional consistency. • Hygiene, cleaning and safety practices essential in a cafe or hospitality setting. Who this course is for • Those interested in starting a career in hospitality or as a barista. • Current students (aged 15 years and over) or job seekers looking to gain practical, hands-on barista skills. • Coffee enthusiasts who want to learn how to make café-quality coffee at home. • Small business owners wanting to add coffee service to their offerings. • Anyone who loves good coffee and wants to learn more about how it’s made.