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Course overview

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Locations

North
Paterson St. (Launceston)

North West
Devonport

South
Collins St. (Hobart)

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

Mixed Learning
On-Site

Tuition fees

Commercial $ 165.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

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Café Attendant
Barista

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Get the skills you need to make great coffee with this introductory Espresso Essentials course.

Essential for anyone who wishes to make a start in the café industry, this course will provide you with an opportunity to learn the basics of coffee making and is a great way to increase your knowledge of the café industry and gain a basic overview of coffee preparation.

This commercial short course, held at our specialist hospitality and tourism facilities, is an introduction to espresso coffee making and will provide you with the basic skills and knowledge you need to make great espresso.

In this course you will learn how to extract espresso, texture milk and practice your technique in making espresso drinks, as well as how to safely operate and clean espresso machines and grinders.

On successful completion of this short course you will receive a Statement of Attendance. You might also like to further your tourism and hospitality career and consider enrolling in SIT30622 – Certificate III in Hospitality.

In this course you will learn how to extract espresso, texture milk and practice your technique in making espresso drinks, as well as how to safely operate and clean espresso machines and grinders.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Paterson St. (Launceston)	4 Feb 2027 - 4 Feb 2027	Short course 1 afternoon 4:00pm to 8:00pm	On-Site	Apply now
Paterson St. (Launceston)	25 Mar 2027 - 25 Mar 2027	Short course 1 afternoon 4:00pm to 8:00pm	On-Site	Apply now
Paterson St. (Launceston)	20 May 2027 - 20 May 2027	Short course 1 afternoon 4:00pm to 8:00pm	On-Site	Apply now
Paterson St. (Launceston)	22 Jul 2027 - 22 Jul 2027	Short course 1 afternoon 4:00pm to 8:00pm	On-Site	Apply now
Paterson St. (Launceston)	16 Sep 2027 - 16 Sep 2027	Short course 1 afternoon 4:00pm to 8:00pm	On-Site	Apply now

Paterson St. (Launceston)	11 Nov 2027 - 11 Nov 2027	Short course 1 afternoon 4:00pm to 8:00pm	On-Site	Apply now
South
Collins St. (Hobart)	8 Dec 2026 - 8 Dec 2026	Short course 1 day, 10am to 2pm	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	9 Feb 2027 - 9 Feb 2027	Short course 1 day 10:00am to 2:30pm, (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	9 Mar 2027 - 9 Mar 2027	Short course 1 evening 4:00pm-8:30pm (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	6 Apr 2027 - 6 Apr 2027	Short course 1 day 10:00am to 2:30pm, (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	11 May 2027 - 11 May 2027	Short course 1 evening 4:00pm-8:30pm (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now

Collins St. (Hobart)	8 Jun 2027 - 8 Jun 2027	Short course 1 day 10:00am to 2:30pm, (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	20 Jul 2027 - 20 Jul 2027	Short course 1 evening 4:00pm-8:30pm (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	10 Aug 2027 - 10 Aug 2027	Short course 1 day 10:00am to 2:30pm, (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	14 Sep 2027 - 14 Sep 2027	Short course 1 evening 4:00pm-8:30pm (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	12 Oct 2027 - 12 Oct 2027	Short course 1 day 10:00am to 2:30pm, (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	9 Nov 2027 - 9 Nov 2027	Short course 1 evening 4:00pm-8:30pm (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now
Collins St. (Hobart)	7 Dec 2027 - 7 Dec 2027	Short course 1 day 10:00am to 2:30pm, (4 hours + 30 mins break)	Mixed Learning	Enrol & pay now

Entry

There are no essential entry requirements for this course.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Although not required, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. Upon enrolment TasTAFE supply students a Microsoft Office license for the purpose of completing your study; including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Defender (Internet Security). TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attendance.

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
NONM0023A	Espresso coffee essentials

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