Food & Cooking

SCA Sensory Skills — Foundation

Issued by Specialty Coffee Association · US

Develop a framework for identifying coffee tastes and conducting basic cupping and sensory evaluation.

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A little more about it

Develop a framework for identifying coffee tastes and conducting basic cupping and sensory evaluation. A certificate is awarded after successfully completing the required training and assessment. The listed duration is the minimum scheduled course time. Courses are delivered by Authorized SCA Trainers. Delivery can combine remote learning and hands-on work; practical skills require hands-on assessment.

What this credential means

An industry credential issued by this organization. It is not a government license or an academic degree.

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What you receive

SCA Sensory Skills — Foundation

  • SCA Sensory Skills — Foundation

Format: not confirmed. The stated credential is included.

What it takes

Specific prerequisites have not been confirmed. Check the provider’s current requirements before applying.

Exam: required. Practical assessment: required.

Where you can get it

Courses are delivered by Authorized SCA Trainers. Delivery can combine remote learning and hands-on work; practical skills require hands-on assessment.

Worldwide eligibility has not been confirmed. Source-confirmed languages: English.

Validity & renewal

The validity period has not been confirmed. Check the provider for current terms.

Renewal requirements have not been confirmed.

Sources & verification

Official issuer page reviewed on 2026-10-25. Existence and award were checked; unknown details are retained as unknown.

Reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices, availability and requirements can change. The provider’s current terms take precedence.

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