Course Information

• Price includes SCA enrollment and certification fees
• Course Length: 2 days 9.30am - 4pm
  
• Skill Level: Intermediate. Sensory Foundation highly recommended.
  
• Qualification: 10 SCA diploma points and certification
  
• Maximum Class Size: 4
  
• Exam Requirements:  There is a short practical exam at the end of day 2, and an online written exam to be completed within 21 days of course completion.

Curriculum

• Sensory Assessment Overview
• Physiology and Sensory Attributes – Neurology, psychology and sensory perception, basic tastes, aroma and its influence on flavour perception, common mouthfeel sensations and impact of value chain on flavour.
• Difference testing and Triangulations, In/Out tests and Analytical Testing
• Cupping Protocol
• Setting up sensory programmes and panels

How it works

In order to attend the course, you must be registered as a learner with the SCA, which you can do here: https://specialtycoffee.my.site.com/s/login/

Arrive before the start time (9.30am) to our Emma St Eatery. Get directions

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