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Availability: Applications are open for 2026.
Online Application: This course is available for online application.
This Course describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to extract and serve espresso coffee beverages using commercial espresso machines and grinders. It requires the ability to advise customers on coffee beverages, select and grind coffee beans, prepare and assess espresso coffee beverages and to use, maintain and clean espresso machines and grinders.
It also includes pre-requisite unit SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety, this gives an understanding of hygienic practices used in a commercial environment for the safety of customers.
This unit applies to any hospitality organisation that serves espresso coffee beverages, including cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, function and event venues. It applies to espresso machine operators who operate with some level of independence and under limited supervision.
| Delivery Details | |
| Location | Alice Springs Palmerston |
| Duration | 2 days *Duration may vary depending on how long a student takes to reach the required competency level |
| Study Mode | Face-to-face *Information relating to study modes can be found in the 2026 TAFE Student Guide |
Career opportunities
Entry requirements
A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
Required Resources
Students will have 24/7 access to assessments and learning resources on CDU's online learning platform Learnline. Before using Learnline however, students will need to ensure that their computer has the correct setup.
Essential requirements
Fees
Fees
Upcoming intakes
There are currently no course offerings in 2026 for this course.
Course structure
To achieve VTP454 - Barista Training a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as detailed below.
Students will be issued with a 'Statement of Attainment' upon the successful completion.
The total Nominal Hours for the sequence listed below is 45.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Prerequisite Unit/s | Hours |
| UNITS OF COMPETENCY | |||
| SITXFSA005 | Use hygienic practices for food safety | 15 | |
| SITHFAB025 | Prepare and serve espresso coffee | SITXFSA005 | 30 |
| Total nominal hours for the training program | 45 | ||
Accreditation
This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.
Additional information
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Contact details
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Culinary Arts and Hospitality |