Course Content

Barista Academy may be chosen as a course in S5/6. Pupils who wish to select the Barista Academy should have a strong interest in the hospitality sector and customer service. This course aims to help candidates develop the knowledge, understanding and technical skills required for the role of a barista. This qualification is also paired with the Level 5 Princes Trust Achieve award and the Level 4 Events Management NPA.

Barista Skills Unit:

• Pupils will demonstrate knowledge of coffee and other beverages served by a barista.

• Pupils will prepare and serve a range of coffees and other hot beverages using specialist equipment. • Pupils will prepare and serve a range of cold beverages using specialist equipment.

Princes Trust Achieve Units:

Pupils will cover a range of units which will help prepare them to work collaboratively to deliver a drinks service in school. Units include Customer Experience, Teamwork Skill, Managing Money and Digital Skills.

Events Management

Pupils will develop an understanding of the processes involved in planning and delivering events, from birthday parties to weddings and conferences. Communication, planning and customer service skills are developed.

Career Pathways

This is a one-year course and pupils may wish to take the following courses in the future which are linked to the hospitality sector.

- Bakery

- Cake Craft

- Practical Cookery

Achievement in the Barista Skills award is nationally recognised and would suit pupils who are keen to seek employment within the Hospitality industry