Prepare And Serve Espresso Coffee (Barista) Course SITHFAB025 (Nationally Accredited)
Prepare And Serve Espresso Coffee (Barista) Course SITHFAB025 (Nationally Accredited)
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Become a qualified barista with a nationally recognised unit
Prepare & Serve Espresso Coffee is the nationally recognised barista qualification (unit SITHFAB025) — blended online theory plus a hands-on practical session at the Di Pacci academy in Roselands, finishing with a Statement of Attainment.
This is the credential cafés look for. You'll learn to prepare and serve the full espresso menu to a commercial standard, then be formally assessed by qualified trainers. Complete the online knowledge assessments first, then join us in person to put it all into practice on real commercial equipment.
What you'll learn
The unit covers everything needed to work confidently and safely behind a commercial coffee machine:
Grinding, dosing, tamping and extracting balanced espresso to a commercial standard.
Steaming and texturing milk for the full range of espresso-based drinks.
Prepare and serve a minimum of 30 espresso beverages across the standard café menu.
Operating, cleaning and maintaining commercial espresso machines and grinders.
Setting up and shutting down the coffee station the way a working café does.
Safe, hygienic practice and efficient service workflow in a commercial environment.
How the course works
A straightforward blended pathway from enrolment to your Statement of Attainment:
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Complete SITXFSA005 first
Have your food safety unit done and ready — it's the prerequisite for the practical. Our Food Safety Supervisor course covers it.
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Online theory & knowledge assessments
Work through the online learning and complete the knowledge assessments before your practical day.
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5-hour practical session
Join us at Roselands to prepare and serve a minimum of 30 espresso beverages on commercial equipment — including a roasting facility tour and coffee tasting.
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Practical assessment & Statement of Attainment
Qualified trainers assess you in a workplace-style setting. On successful completion you receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB025.
Who it's for
The nationally recognised pathway suits anyone serious about café work:
- Aspiring baristas wanting a recognised qualification for job applications
- Café and hospitality staff formalising their skills
- Anyone targeting premium cafés or barista roles that expect accreditation
- Career changers entering the hospitality industry
Course details
| Unit | SITHFAB025 Prepare and serve espresso coffee |
| Recognition | Nationally recognised — Statement of Attainment |
| Prerequisite | SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety |
| Delivery | Blended — online theory + in-person practical |
| Practical | 5-hour session (min. 30 beverages) + roasting tour & tasting |
| Assessment | Online knowledge assessments + practical workplace assessment |
| Location | Di Pacci academy, 97–99 Chapel St, Roselands NSW 2196 |
Why train with Di Pacci
Australian Training Academy is the training arm of Di Pacci Coffee Company — Registered Training Organisation 45805. You're assessed by qualified trainers in a real roasting and training facility, on the same commercial equipment used in cafés every day. Read more about us.
Frequently asked questions
Is this course nationally recognised?
Yes. It delivers the nationally recognised unit SITHFAB025, and on successful completion you receive a Statement of Attainment. Australian Training Academy is RTO 45805.
What's the prerequisite?
You must complete unit SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety before the practical session and provide evidence of it. Our Food Safety Supervisor course covers this unit.
How is the course delivered?
It's blended. You complete online theory and knowledge assessments first, then attend a 5-hour in-person practical session at Roselands where you're assessed on commercial equipment.
What happens in the practical session?
You'll prepare and serve a minimum of 30 espresso beverages, cover open and close procedures and machine care, and take part in a roasting facility tour and coffee tasting — all while being assessed by qualified trainers.
What qualification do I get?
A nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB025 Prepare and serve espresso coffee — the credential cafés look for when hiring baristas.
Where is the practical held?
At the Di Pacci academy, 97–99 Chapel St, Roselands NSW 2196. Call (02) 9758 0760 for upcoming practical dates and availability.
