Whether you are new to the coffee trade, a seasoned veteran looking for a challenge, or simply won’t accept anything less than exceptional, SCAA is where coffee professionals go to become extraordinary.

SCAA Professional Development programs are based on industry-recognized standards taught by carefully vetted, experienced instructors. Many courses count toward professional certification and/or credentials, which provide international recognition along with personal accomplishment.

As the world’s largest trade association for specialty coffee, be assured that a certification, credential, or certificate of completion from SCAA is of value to your professional development.
Lab Courses & Lectures
Certification Programs
Upcoming Opportunities
Tracking Progress
Skill Building Worshops
Currently, SCAA offers professional development in five primary categories:

  • Coffee Grading & Evaluation
  • Coffee Roasting & Processing
  • Coffee Preparation
  • Coffee Business
  • Sustainability
  • Global Issues in Coffee

Training opportunities generally take place at our annual Exposition (The Event) and at regional events such as SCAA Skill-Building Workshops and the Roasters Guild Retreat.

The SCAA Cupping Judge course is available through private instruction by independent SCAA Certified Instructors at SCAA Certified Labs

Coffee Grading & Evaluation:
Coffee Roasting & Processing:
Coffee Preparation:
Instructor Certification & Credentials:
Other:
Certification Laboratories

SCAA Cupping Judge Course / Q Grader Exam
To view schedule of classes, study materials, and passing requirements, please click here

Annual Exposition: The Specialty Coffee Event of the Year
Houston, TX | April 28 – May 1 | Course offerings and registration details to be made available in the coming months. In the meantime, please visit www.scaaevent.org

On-line class and certification tracking will be available soon through our new member portal. Details and instructions to follow.