Level 2 Barista Skills Course in Redbridge. Evening classes run at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs over 43 weeks, part-time. You'll develop the practical skills behind the coffee bar, from espresso extraction to milk texturing and customer service. City and Guilds is the awarding body, and the qualification is recognised by employers across the hospitality and coffee sector. This barista skills qualification gives you a solid grounding whether you're new to coffee work or looking to formalise what you already know.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll learn how to set up and operate a commercial espresso machine.
You'll develop skills in grinding, dosing, and extracting espresso to consistent standards.
You'll practise milk steaming and texturing for a range of coffee drinks.
You'll learn how to prepare and present a variety of espresso-based beverages.
You'll understand coffee origins, roasting, and how they affect flavour.
You'll apply hygiene and food safety practices in a café environment.
You'll develop customer service skills relevant to a coffee bar setting.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom and practical based, delivered in the evenings at the campus. You'll be assessed through practical tasks demonstrating your ability to prepare and serve espresso-based drinks to a set standard. Assessment also covers your knowledge of coffee, equipment, and hygiene. Your tutor will observe your work and check your understanding throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Chadwell Heath Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Barista. Prepare and serve espresso drinks in a café or coffee shop.
Coffee shop supervisor. Oversee daily operations and lead a small team.
Café assistant. Support front-of-house service in a café setting.
Hospitality team member. Work across food and drink service roles.
Hotel café staff. Serve coffee and beverages in hotel food and beverage outlets.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering. Strengthens your employability in any food or drink setting.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services. Broadens your skills across the wider hospitality sector and supports progression to supervisory roles.
Level 3 Award in Hospitality Supervision. A step toward team leader and supervisor positions in cafés, restaurants, and hotels.
