The sure way to be recognized
as a professional barista!
Coffee Master Certification Course!
A barista is someone who defines the taste and aroma of brewed coffee. They must select good beans and understand coffee characteristics and roasting methods. Extracting beans properly and following recipes to create various coffees shows true expertise.
The Coffee Master certificate is valuable for franchise cafe jobs, startups, and hobbies alike. With rising coffee imports and market growth yearly, barista demand is increasing. As dessert culture expands, coffee market grows too, making barista a promising career.
At First Barista Academy, we provide expert curriculum, instructors, and perfect learning environment to help you achieve your barista dreams through solid theory and hands-on training.Recommended for those who want to take the Coffee Master Course!
- Those aiming for jobs or startups in dining or cafes
- Cafe workers without certification
- Those seeking a certificate for practical use
- Coffee lovers wanting expert home cafe training
Course Goals
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Gain theory and ways to express coffee flavor, understand recipes
accurately, and learn coffee-making skills. -
Prepare for practical tests assessing grinder choice and espresso,
cappuccino extraction skills. -
Provide systematic practical classes tailored to pass the Coffee
Master certification with proven know-how. -
Aim to train baristas who lead coffee culture, offering the best
education so all students can achieve their dreams.
Lecture Overview
| Start Dates | 59 Batch - Weekdays: 07/07 (Mon), Weekends: 07/12 (Sat) 60 Batch - Weekdays: 07/21 (Mon), Weekends: 07/26 (Sat) |
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| Capacity | 20 persons |
| Duration | 2-Month Course |
| Class Format | 5x week (Mon~Fri) or 2x week (Sat,Sun) |
| Class Times | Morning / Afternoon / Evening / Weekend ※Please contact each branch for exact times. |
Show Your Cooking Skills with First Barista Academy!
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First for Me 1: Food Styling
Professional food stylists help plate main dishes, vegetables, fruits, mousse, and sauces beautifully,
creating harmonious displays like artwork. -
First for Me 2: Food Photo Studio
We provide a dedicated food photography studio with props and lighting setups for high-quality SNS-ready photos.
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First for Me 3: Portfolio E-book
Students completing courses longer than one month receive a high-quality e-book portfolio, with optional printed versions available.
1:1 Personal
Practical Steps
Coffee grading, roasting,
espresso extraction,
and latte art practice.
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Step 1
Theory
Simple coffee
theory training -
Step 2
Instructor Demo
Expert sensory
demo by steps -
Step 3
1:1 Practice
Practice sensory
based on demo -
Step 4
Recipe & Service
One-on-one coffee
recipe & service -
Step 5
Feedback
Check and fix
weak points
First Cooking Academy Full-Time Instructors
We assign full-time instructors to ensure high-quality education and provide thorough student support.
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Park Hye-wonBarista
Once brewedPark Hye-wonBarista
- Barista Instructor- Zoo Coffee Barista, China BranchDetail
- Harbor Coffee Barista
- Full Member of Korea Barista Certification Council
- Supervisor at Korea Barista Qualification Certification Association -
Kang Seok-kyungBarista
Coffee Master A to ZKang Seok-kyungBarista
- Barista Head- Gusto Coffee RoasterDetail
- D&G Company C27 Main Branch Head Barista
- Getsome Coffee General Manager
- SCA(Specialty Coffee Association) AST
(Certified Trainer/Judge at International Specialty Coffee Association)
- EUCA(Europe Universal Coffee Association) AET
(Certified Supervisor at European International Coffee Association)
- IBS(Italian Barista School) Trainer
- Full Member of Korea Barista Certification Council
- Supervisor at Korea Barista Qualification Certification Association -
강승관Barista
맛있는 커피레시피강승관Barista
- 바리스타 학과장- 현 퍼스트 바리스타 아카데미 학과장Detail
- U.F.O Coffee Company 수퍼바이저
- parc15 헤드 바리스타
- 카페 키츠네 홍대 매니저
- 아방가르드 파주 헤드 바리스타 & 로스터
- 서울여자대학교 총 동창회 카페 매니저
- roll coffee 대표
Coffee Master Course Practical Menu
Curriculum focuses on grinder selection, espresso, cappuccino skills
for the practical exam. All skills must be fully mastered.
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Session 1
- Coffee Science
- Coffee Varieties & Cultivation
- Harvest & Processing
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Session 2
- Grinder Basics
- Particle Control
- Extraction by Particle Size
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Session 3
- Auto Grinder Use
- Semi-auto Grinder Use
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Session 4
- Espresso Basics
- Under & Over Extraction
- Leveling & Tamping
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Session 5
- Latte & Cappuccino Basics
- Exact Latte & Cappuccino Knowledge
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Session 6
- Latte Art Basics
- Latte Art Advanced
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Session 7
- Practical Exam Prep
- 10 min Setup
- 10 min Demo
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Session 8
- Practical Exam Prep
- 10 min Setup
- 10 min Demo
Key to certification is passing rate!
We ensure success with expert 1:1 coaching.
My Academy,
Reasons to Choose First Barista Academy
Expert instructors and tailored education ensure student satisfaction.
- Reason 01 Veteran Full-Time Instructors by Course
Full-time instructors ensure quality education and attentive student care.
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Reason 02
Hands-on Ingredient Practice
Theory and one-on-one practice for better learning.
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Reason 03
Expert Seminars
Professional seminars offering career and exam tips.
Student Testimonials
5★★★★★
- Q. What motivated you to attend First Academy?
- I have always been interested in coffee, and my interest grew even more after starting a part-time job at a cafe. When I decided to seriously study to become a barista, I researched several academies, and First Academy’s curriculum appealed to me the most, so I chose it.
- Q. What was the most memorable part of the classes?
- I was impressed that the instructors corrected my posture during the practical exam and provided detailed feedback on all my questions. Combining theory and practice improved my understanding of coffee trends, and the classes were always enjoyable thanks to the instructors’ cheerful preparation.
Vivid Photo Stories
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First Global Barista Project ? 3rd Cohort Review!
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First Global Barista Project ? 1st Cohort Review!
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Brewing Class with a Great View!
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The 2nd EUCA Examiner Certification Exam Held!
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EUCA Supervisor Seminar Held for the First Time in Korea!
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Coffee Latte Art Swan
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My Unique Signature Cafe Menu: Handmade Grapefruit Ade
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Matcha Shot Latte That Reminds You of Jeju Island~
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First Barista #Hand Drip Coaching in Progress
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Full of vibes Cafe Startup Class~~ Blue (Purple) Lemonade
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Tiramisu latte perfect for chilly weather~
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Grapefruit Ade Making Challenge!!!
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First Step at First Academy: Introduction Video to the Barista Program
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Coffee Latte Art Advanced Latte Art Practice
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Latte Art Practice by Domestic Barista Course Students
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Coffee Barista Class Latte Art Practice
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Basic Latte Art Demo by Full-Time Barista Instructor
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Coffee Barista Class: Americano & Latte Practice
1:1 Personalized Job Support Process for Students’ Dreams and Successful Chef Employment
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Employment Support Program
- Support team intro
- Dedicated manager
- Trainee management
- Program schedule
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Resume & Cover Letter
- Sample templates
- Writing tips
- Application cases
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1:1 Mock Interviews
- Resume review
- Field consultation
- Career planning
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Trainee Evaluation
- Outfit review
- Interview skills
- Q&A techniques
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Company Matching
- Instructor evaluation
- Company matching
- Personalized success