Certificate in Barista and Service Skills Micro-Credential
Food & Beverage
A course by
New Zealand School of Food & Wine
A 5-day part-time micro-credential course for beginners to learn practical barista and service skills, designed to prepare students for hospitality roles in cafes and bars.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 1 week
Core skills this course teaches
Coffee Preparation Skills
Ability to prepare espresso coffee beverages using professional equipment.
Milk Frothing Techniques
Competence in steaming and frothing milk, including soy, oat, and almond alternatives.
Cocktail and Bartending Skills
Foundational skills in making cocktails and bartending for hospitality service.
What You're Signing Up For
This 5-day part-time Certificate in Barista and Service Skills Micro-Credential immerses beginners in the world of coffee making and hospitality service. Designed to prepare students for part-time work in the hospitality industry, the course balances practical skills, job readiness, and enjoyable learning. Students gain NZQA accredited micro-credentials upon completion, covering espresso coffee preparation, milk texturing with various milk types, and bartending and mixology fundamentals.
Course Content
- Barista espresso coffee preparation techniques
- Milk steaming and frothing with dairy and alternatives (soy, oat, almond)
- Speed and efficiency in coffee making
- Bartending basics and cocktail making
- Customer service skills in a hospitality environment
- Food and beverage service skills
- Professionalism and workplace readiness
Learning Outcomes
Coffee Preparation Skills
Ability to prepare espresso coffee beverages using professional equipment.
Milk Frothing Techniques
Competence in steaming and frothing milk, including soy, oat, and almond alternatives.
Cocktail and Bartending Skills
Foundational skills in making cocktails and bartending for hospitality service.