Barista Training Courses
Barista training programs
The art of coffee
Training rooted in precision, consistency, and the joy of coffee. Five levels to progress at your own pace, and a professional program for those who make it their career.
5
Levels
$65
Starting from
★
Pro available
Discover our five levels and professional program below.
Our trainings
Five paths, one progression
From the first espresso to professional service, each level is designed to help you progress at your own pace. Find the one that suits you.
Level 1, Initiation
Discovery Training, Barista
Your first immersion into the world of specialty coffee. We guide you through fundamental gestures, from espresso to milk foam, so coffee becomes a true daily pleasure.
Level 2, Duo
Discovery Training, Barista and Mixology
The best of both worlds. We combine specialty coffee basics with an introduction to mixology to explore flavors from every angle in one session.
Level 3, Fundamentals
Fundamentals, Barista Program
The real starting point for those who want to deeply understand coffee. We work on theory, calibration, palate, and gestures with rigor and pleasure to build a solid foundation.
Level 4, Advanced
Advanced, Barista Program
For those who have the basics and want to go further. We refine technique, explore sensory profiles, push latte art, and work on consistency like a true professional.
Custom, Private
Private Training, Barista Program
A fully personalized format, adapted to your goals, pace, and level. Alone or in a small group, with a dedicated trainer, it’s the most comprehensive program experience.
★ Professional program
Carrera Pro Barista
To make coffee your profession. An intensive 38-hour training covering all aspects of the professional barista, with observational internship in real service and recognized certification.
Certified professional program
Carrera Pro Barista
The most comprehensive program in our offer. Over five intensive days, you master the entire barista craft, from coffee theory to workflow in real service. For those who want to work in a specialty café, open their own establishment, or reach a level that is felt in every cup.
✦ Included in the program
Complete manual, sensory profile booklet, Carrera Pro Barista certification, 8-hour observational internship in real café service, professional photo for CV, possible letter of recommendation, 1 month access for free practice by appointment.
Learning outcomes
What you will learn
Four key skills worked on at each level, to make you a complete barista, capable of serving consistently and with pleasure.
Understand espresso from A to Z, from grinding to perfect extraction.
Master milk froth and create latte art consistently.
Develop a sensory palate to identify flaws and qualities.
Work efficiently, quickly, and consistently in professional service.
★ Ready to start
Your next coffee starts here
Limited spots, reservation required. Choose your level directly online or contact us for private training tailored to your needs.
Our Barista Training Programs in Quebec City
The Carrera Café offers a comprehensive barista training program, designed to support each learner in their progress, from the first discovery of espresso to professional mastery of the craft. With five distinct levels, ranging from beginner at $65 to certified advanced at $375, our program covers all the theoretical, technical, and sensory skills that make a true barista. The training sessions take place directly in our café at 72 boulevard Champlain, in the heart of Petit-Champlain in Quebec City, on our professional equipment.
A progression designed for every profile
The program is structured so that everyone finds their starting point. The Level 1 Barista Discovery ($65, 1h) is the perfect introduction for curious people who want to understand their machine at home. The Level 2 Barista and Mixology Duo ($115, 2h), our most popular option, combines both disciplines in an engaging session. The Level 3 Fundamentals ($245, 3h) is the real starting point for those who want to go deeper, with certification. The Level 4 Advanced ($375, 4h) is for baristas who want to master the professional workflow and advanced latte art, also with certification. Finally, the custom private training offers the most comprehensive experience, personalized according to your goals.
Recognized Carrera Barista certifications
Starting from the Fundamentals level, each completed training leads to a Carrera Barista certification. These certifications attest to your level of technical and theoretical mastery and are a valuable asset for careers in specialty coffee, catering, or hospitality. They reflect rigorous training provided by a team of professional baristas active in a recognized establishment in Quebec. Our philosophy is to train not spectacular baristas, but rigorous, consistent, and passionate professionals.
A teaching method rooted in real practice
All our training courses prioritize intensive practice over abstract theory. You are behind the machine from the first minutes, hand on the tamper, eye on the timer. Our trainers, all certified baristas and active members of our team, pass on living, up-to-date skills that can be applied immediately. At each level, you leave with concrete skills that you can apply the very next day, at home or at work. Contact us at info@carreracafe.ca to reserve your spot or for more details on upcoming dates.
✦ Visit us
Le Carrera Café
In the heart of Petit-Champlain, facing the river. The café, Quebec platters, the terrace, and the Italian art of living.
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