The fast track to becoming a professional roaster
EUCA Roasting Coffee Science Certification
EUCA (The European Universal Coffee Association) is a non-profit global organization representing thousands of coffee professionals?from producers to baristas?built on openness, inclusivity, and shared knowledge.
At First Barista Academy, we follow EUCA’s six-module curriculum?Barista Skills, Roasting Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Latte Art Design, Brewing Craft, and Q-Grader Training?to train third-wave coffee experts who put customer needs and individuality at the center of their craft.
In the Roasting Coffee Science module, you’ll master coffee characteristics and roasting principles, develop the ability to communicate flavor profiles effectively, and gain the practical experience needed to become an intuitive, highly skilled professional roaster.Who should take the EUCA Roasting Coffee Science course?
- Aspiring cafe employees or cafe entrepreneurs
- Those planning to work or study abroad in the coffee industry
- Baristas aiming for international career opportunities
- Future coffee instructors or AET (Authorized EUCA Trainer) supervisors
Course Overview
| Start Dates |
59batch Weekdays : 07/07 (Mon) Weekends : 07/12 (Sat) 1:1 Start Anytime |
60batch Weekdays : 07/21 (Mon) Weekends : 07/26 (Sat) 1:1 Start Anytime |
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| Capacity | 8persons | |
| Duration | 2 to 4-month program | |
| Class Format | Twice a week / Thrice a week / Weekend only | |
| Class Times | Morning / Afternoon / Evening / Weekend ※Please contact each branch for exact times. | |
Coffee Culture as a Lifestyle
Coffee has evolved from a standardized product into an artisan’s creation like wine, reflecting emotion, space, and personal taste, and has become a true lifestyle.
1st & 2nd Generation Coffee Trends
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MACHINE
Mechanization of CoffeeFocus on mass production & distribution Consistent taste & quality Factory-style franchise coffee
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ABILITY
Required SkillsAbility to make coffee quickly Machine operation & coffee theory
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MACHINE
Required CertificationDomestic barista license SCA European barista license * Focus on methods & theory
Customer-focused premium coffee: 3rd wave trend-based EUCA European Certification
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DIFFERENT
DifferentiationFlavor-focused demand shifts Custom green bean sourcing Diverse coffee consumption
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ABILITY
Required SkillsUnderstanding customer needs Communicative baristas Crafting unique flavors
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LICENSE
Certification
EUCA European Barista Certification * Trend-focused practical skills
EUCA (European Universal Coffee Association) is a non-profit organization representing thousands of coffee professionals?from producers to baristas?built on openness, inclusivity, and shared knowledge.
As a leading international coffee association, it conducts comprehensive research to develop and analyze industry data, advance barista and cupping standards, improve coffee quality, and expand the specialty coffee market.
EUCA Brand Story (Association Introduction)
As an international association committed to strengthening the core competencies required for the sustained growth, professionalization, and globalization of the global coffee industry, we conduct comprehensive research to build and analyze industry data, advance barista and cupping standards, improve coffee quality, and expand the specialty coffee market.
Through a variety of initiatives?including developing educational programs, publishing specialized books, providing management consulting, and hosting seminars?we cultivate top coffee leaders and, via strategic partnerships that positively impact the entire coffee supply chain, enhance the capabilities needed for the industry’s continuous growth and global advancement.
We also promote cultural and economic exchange within the worldwide coffee industry and foster a global community to drive the expansion of coffee culture and a professional collaborative network, serving as a guide for those exploring exceptional coffee and beyond.
Address. Am Carlusbaum 22, 65812 Bad soden, Germany
Recommended Candidates for the EUCA Diploma Program
EUCA is not a theory-based certification like traditional SCA, but focuses on practical training to develop coffee artisans aligned with today’s industry trends?specialty coffee and unique roasting that reflect changing consumer patterns and prioritize individuality.
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Barista
Baristas needing trend-focused coffee training
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Roaster
Roasters needing flavor-analysis-based roasting training
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Coffee researchers & menu developers
Coffee professionals seeking growth and new menu innovation
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Coffee quality managers
Professionals needing training in cost reduction, process improvement, and bean storage & distribution
EUCA Barista Certification
6 Modules
At First Barista Academy, we offer six EUCA certification tracks based on The European Universal Coffee Association curriculum: Barista Skills, Latte Art Design, Roasting Coffee Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Brewing Craft, and Q-Grader. This credit-based program awards the EUCA Diploma upon completing all six modules, certifying you as a top-level barista.
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Barista Skills
We cover essential barista abilities?espresso extraction and latte art?as well as coffee machine maintenance and customer service communication training.
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Latte Art Design
Learn latte art fundamentals and practice various patterns to craft creative designs.
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Roasting Coffee Science
Practical training to master coffee characteristics and roasting, preparing you to become a professional roaster.
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Sensory Cupping & Tasting
Train your sensory skills: learn to detect flavors and evaluate coffee characteristics.
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Brewing Craft
Learn hand-drip techniques based on brewing science and practice to unlock diverse coffee flavors.
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Q-Grader Training
Train coffee graders to evaluate green and roasted beans’ flavors and assign quality grades.
First Barista Academy
X EUCA Diploma
Barista Skill, Latte Art Design, Roasting Coffee Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Brewing Craft, and Q-Grader Training
are taught at three levels (Basic / Intermediate / Expert). Complete any five (excluding Q-Grader) to earn the EUCA Diploma.
First's Exclusive EUCA Certification Program
1:1 Hands-On Training
EUCA-standard barista skills, brewing, sensory, roasting, and green coffee courses are delivered through individual hands-on practice.
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Step 1
Theory Training
Clear, simple lessons on coffee theory
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Step 2
Instructor Live Demo
Expert barista demonstrations conducted step-by-step as in the practical exam
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Step 3
1:1 Personalized Practice
Based on the instructor’s demo, students perform hands-on coffee practice
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Step 4
Recipe & Service Training
Coffee recipe & barista service training conducted one-on-one
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Step 5
Practical Exam Feedback
Identify areas for improvement and guide students to correct them
Roasting Coffee Science
This course sets the standard for both beginners and industry roasting professionals. You will learn the physical and chemical reactions that occur during roasting, design overall roast profiles based on these principles, and apply them in practice. Beyond theory, you’ll measure roast changes using standardized techniques and analyze flavor development.
Today’s roasters must leverage vast data to standardize roast profiles objectively. To achieve the finest coffee, they need to master the green bean’s origin, variety, processing, flavor and aroma. They must also create new taste experiences through blending, design a balanced body, and refine quality through rigorous evaluation.
* Current Roasting Trends
Develop a deep understanding of coffee characteristics and roasting, and learn to communicate them effectively to customers.
Grow into a professional roaster with the intuition and extensive experience to make the right calls in any situation.
Before roasting, a roaster must know exactly which green beans they’re using; the deeper your knowledge of green beans?the raw material of coffee?the better your results. Bean variety impacts quality, as different varieties reveal flavor differences more clearly. Higher-altitude, cooler growing regions produce beans with greater density and superior quality due to larger day-to-night temperature swings.
The processing method critically shapes flavor: washed coffees feature bright acidity, lighter body, and delicate, refined aromas, while natural-processed beans offer lower acidity, fuller body, and sweet aromatics. When profiling a roast, these bean variables are essential considerations.
Roasting provides the framework for a coffee’s flavor potential to unfold, guiding the creation of a unique coffee profile?part science, part art.
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Blending reshapes aroma, flavor, and texture to create a distinctive profile. Maintaining balance and consistent quality is key. A great blend harmonizes taste, aroma, and mouthfeel?smoothing bitterness, enhancing sweetness and acidity, and bringing out the coffee’s character.
The goal of QC is to maintain and improve coffee quality through evaluation methods. There are sensory and physical assessments. Sensory evaluation uses the senses to judge aroma, flavor, texture, and other organoleptic properties of the coffee.
EUCA Barista Certification Curriculum
To earn top-level EUCA certification, we offer 2?3 levels of training from coffee fundamentals to
Barista Skills, Latte Art Design, Roasting Science, Sensory Cupping & Tasting, Brewing Craft, and Q-Grader Training.
The Barista Academy for Me,
Reasons to Choose First Barista Academy
Student Testimonials
Satisfaction
5★★★★★
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Q. What motivated you to attend First Academy?
I have always been interested in coffee, and my interest grew even more after starting a part-time job at a cafe. When I decided to seriously study to become a barista, I researched several academies, and First Academy’s curriculum appealed to me the most, so I chose it.
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Q. What was the most memorable part of the classes?
I was impressed that the instructors corrected my posture during the practical exam and provided detailed feedback on all my questions. Combining theory and practice improved my understanding of coffee trends, and the classes were always enjoyable thanks to the instructors’ cheerful preparation.
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