SCA Q Grader Course
Course Description
The Q Grader course is a six day intensive class . It assesses a learner’s readiness to evaluate coffee in a professional setting. Rooted in the Coffee Value Assessment, the curriculum is designed to allow experienced coffee professionals to demonstrate their ability to evaluate coffee by its physical, descriptive, affective, and extrinsic attributes. The course includes 9 comprehensive exams (8 practical evaluations and 1 written assessment). During the course, learners are allowed two attempts to pass each practical exam during the class itself. All practical and written assessment must be passed in order to pass the course, and subsequently earn the first three-year license. Every three years, Q Graders are eligible to renew their license but will not need to take the full six-day course again to do so.
Upcoming Sessions
Booking and Rescheduling Policy
All payments made for courses are final and non-refundable. However, in certain cases, rescheduling may be permitted provided that a formal request is made at least 72 hours prior to the start of the course. Requests made after this period may no longer be accommodated, and the payment will be forfeited. Please note that class schedules are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances or operational requirements. In such cases, all enrolled participants will be promptly notified, and appropriate arrangements will be made to ensure minimal disruption.