Barista Skills Level 2 Award (VTCT)
This course is for anyone who loves coffee, wants to work in a local café or to apply for work in one of the big name coffee shop chains.
S60007P20NE –
Saturday, 12 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026
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This course is for anyone who loves coffee, wants to work in a local café or to apply for work in one of the big name coffee shop chains.
If you want to learn how to make a wide range of hot and cold drinks, and be a part of the one fastest growing employment opportunities in London, then this course is for you!
On this course you will learn to become a Barista, preparing and serving delicious hot and cold drinks, alongside serving small snacks. You will also learn how to use and look after equipment to make tea, hot chocolate, smoothies and juices, whilst learning the basics of front of house duties.
If you want to learn how to make a wide range of hot and cold drinks, and be a part of the one fastest growing employment opportunities in London, then this course is for you!
On this course you will learn to become a Barista, preparing and serving delicious hot and cold drinks, alongside serving small snacks. You will also learn how to use and look after equipment to make tea, hot chocolate, smoothies and juices, whilst learning the basics of front of house duties.
As a result of attending the course you will be able to:
* Display drink building techniques
* Clean and check equipment
* Demonstrate product knowledge
* Serve customers
You will develop a 'hands on' approach to your learning and gain practical skills, knowledge and understanding in basic barista skills. The skills, knowledge and understanding gained will help you prepare for working in a busy, café environment.
Learning Aim: Z0060110 - This course will also include guidance on using Google Classroom as part of your learning experience. You will learn how to access course information, communicate and collaborate with fellow learners, submit assignments, and receive feedback from your tutor.
* Display drink building techniques
* Clean and check equipment
* Demonstrate product knowledge
* Serve customers
You will develop a 'hands on' approach to your learning and gain practical skills, knowledge and understanding in basic barista skills. The skills, knowledge and understanding gained will help you prepare for working in a busy, café environment.
Learning Aim: Z0060110 - This course will also include guidance on using Google Classroom as part of your learning experience. You will learn how to access course information, communicate and collaborate with fellow learners, submit assignments, and receive feedback from your tutor.
This is a Level 2 course.
You will need to be working at Level 2 in your English skills to access the learning and complete the assessment tasks required.
If you do not achieve Level 2 in your English Skills Builder Assessment you must have a UK English Level 1 qualification or above. You will be asked to provide your certificates during the Course Approval Assessment.
This course is a qualification therefore you must attend all sessions and complete all assessment tasks to the required standard including a workbook demonstrating what you have learned.
Additional information:
Please bring a pen and paper to your class. Ensure you are wearing comfortable and appropriate clothing and footwear for a practical course.
Any course enrichment opportunities associated with this class will be listed in your Google Classroom.
You will need to be working at Level 2 in your English skills to access the learning and complete the assessment tasks required.
If you do not achieve Level 2 in your English Skills Builder Assessment you must have a UK English Level 1 qualification or above. You will be asked to provide your certificates during the Course Approval Assessment.
This course is a qualification therefore you must attend all sessions and complete all assessment tasks to the required standard including a workbook demonstrating what you have learned.
Additional information:
Please bring a pen and paper to your class. Ensure you are wearing comfortable and appropriate clothing and footwear for a practical course.
Any course enrichment opportunities associated with this class will be listed in your Google Classroom.
Make an application by the ‘Apply Now’ button and book a Course Approval session to ensure this course is suitable for you.
For your Course Approval session, you need to:
By booking a Course Approval session, you are agreeing that you have read and understood the terms and conditions of enrolment and course details as well as the above requirements.
For further information please contact enrol@suttoncollege.ac.uk
If you are unsure of your next steps for education, employment or career choices our Advice Service can help. Contact advice@suttoncollege.ac.uk
For your Course Approval session, you need to:
- Bring accepted ID in the form of either a UK passport or printout of your e-visa showing residency status
- Bring proof of benefit dated within the last 3 months or most recent payslip /tax return if claiming the concessionary fee
- Ensure you meet all previous educational requirements to attend this course
- Bring copies of previous exam certificates
By booking a Course Approval session, you are agreeing that you have read and understood the terms and conditions of enrolment and course details as well as the above requirements.
For further information please contact enrol@suttoncollege.ac.uk
If you are unsure of your next steps for education, employment or career choices our Advice Service can help. Contact advice@suttoncollege.ac.uk
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