Professional Brewing Course Information
Updated Course Description: The Professional SCA Brewing course builds upon the concepts and skills introduced in the Brewing Intermediate course. Learners take a deeper and more scientific look at the Essential Elements of Good Brewing, what happens when brewing parameters are manipulated, and how to master navigation of the coffee brewing control chart. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of water and its impact on brewing, specifically utilizing the ideals of aim, measure, and treatment.
The most powerful tools that a professional brewer possesses is an analytical mind and the ability to process and manipulate a multitude of changing variables. These variables help the brewer to understand how best to interpret the information and then offer a solution or opinion that will improve the coffee quality, service, and delivery for their clients. A written exam tests professional course knowledge while a practical exam tests the skills described above based on different working activities carried out during the course.
Course Length: Minimum 21 hours including instruction, activities and practical exam
Pre-requisites: Brewing Intermediate required. Sensory Skills Foundation and Intermediate recommended. Other: 3 to 6 months’ work experience preparing brews with an automatic drip filter brewer and a manual drip filter brewer or other culturally common brewer is recommended.
Brewing Professional Resources
Online Exam Information:
Total Exam: Questions: 40.
Total time allowed: 60 minutes. Passing Score: 80%
Practical Exam Information:
Total Time Allowed: 190 minutes.
Passing Score: An overall score of 80% is required to pass all sections collectively.
