Professional Barista Training Course
A comprehensive, hands-on barista program covering espresso extraction, commercial grinder calibration, free-pour latte art, alternative brewing methods, and café opening counseling.
Student Profiles
Designed for three distinct pathways.
Abroad Study & Work Seekers
Prepare for immediate high-demand hospitality jobs in Australia, the UK, Canada, and Europe with confident espresso bar skills.
Aspiring Café Entrepreneurs
Gain complete operational understanding: bar workflow setup, machine maintenance, recipe costing, and coffee shop counseling.
Youth & Gap-Year Learners
Post-SEE and +2 students wanting to master an employable, creative practical craft during their leisure time.
Institutional Syllabus
Comprehensive 6-module curriculum.
From bean botany and commercial grinder calibration to free-pour latte art and café operations. Every module pairs theory briefings with structured machine repetitions.
From Beans to Cup & Coffee Botany
Key Focus: Origin, processing, roast chemistry & sensory profile
Understanding Arabica vs. Robusta, coffee harvesting methods, bean moisture, green bean evaluation, and flavor extraction science.
Commercial Espresso Machine Anatomy & Grinder Calibration
Key Focus: Dual-boiler group heads, pressure profiles & burr adjustment
Daily grinder dial-in, micrometric grind size correction, dosing precision, level tamping, and routine machine hygiene.
Espresso Extraction & Beverage Standards
Key Focus: Golden ratio extraction: Espresso, Americano, Cortado, Flat White
Tasting over-extraction vs. under-extraction, crema density analysis, temperature stability, and international recipe standards.
Milk Texturing & Professional Latte Art
Key Focus: Glossy microfoam, pitcher ergonomics & free-pour designs
Mastering the steam wand whirlpool, temperature control (60–65°C), and free-pour patterns: Heart, Tulip, Rosetta, and Inverted pours.
Alternative Brewing Methods
Key Focus: Manual pour-over, immersion & cold brew techniques
Exploration of manual brew ratio dynamics, brew water temperatures, grind requirements, and delicate clarity of cup profiles.
Roasting Demo & Commercial Café Counseling
Key Focus: Live roasting stages + bar layout & menu design counseling
First-crack observation, roast profile awareness, commercial equipment procurement guidance, and coffee shop launch counseling.
Balaju Machine Laboratory
Commercial equipment. Zero simulated training.
Barista competence cannot be built on consumer toys or crowded benches. At Caffinity, every student trains directly on commercial dual-group hardware with daily fresh whole milk and calibrated specialty espresso roasts.
Included Benefits
More than an espresso class.
Caffinity provides full-spectrum beverage education under one roof. Our flagship qualification bundles valuable hospitality skills that give students a genuine edge in modern cafés worldwide.
Graduate Verification
Recognized vocational credential.
Graduates receive the institutional Caffinity Barista School Certificate upon passing the practical station examination. Our curriculum aligns with international specialty coffee hospitality standards, empowering students applying for barista roles in Nepal, the UK, Australia, Europe, and the Gulf.
Admissions & Fees
Course fees & cohort schedule.
To maintain small station ratios (4–6 students per machine) and support prospective students with seasonal offers and shift options, course tuition is confirmed directly via WhatsApp.
Student Inquiries
Frequently asked questions.
Where is Caffinity Barista School located in Kathmandu?
We are conveniently located directly at Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu, adjacent to the Ncell Center. Our central Chowk location has direct microbus and city bus connections from all across Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur.
How much are the course fees and how do I apply?
Course fees are kept accessible with special batch intake discounts and early enrollment offers. To preserve current promotional pricing, we confirm exact fees directly via WhatsApp based on your chosen cohort and shift timing.
What shifts and daily timings are available for classes?
We operate cohorts Sunday through Friday from 07:00 AM to 07:00 PM. Shifts include Morning (7–9 AM, 9–11 AM), Afternoon (1–3 PM), and Evening (4–6 PM), making it easy to balance with college or work schedules.
Will the certificate help me find a job abroad?
Yes. Our curriculum follows international specialty coffee preparation standards. Graduates successfully leverage our institutional certificate and practical portfolio for hospitality and barista roles in Australia, the UK, Canada, Europe, and the Gulf.
Is Bubble Tea training really included for free?
Yes! While most vocational centers charge a separate fee for boba beverage workshops, Caffinity includes comprehensive bubble tea preparation (fruit teas, flavored milk teas, and tapioca pearl cooking) free inside our Flagship Barista program.
Can I combine Barista Training with the Bartending Diploma?
Absolutely. Because Caffinity operates both a certified Barista School and a dedicated Bartending School under the same Balaju roof, students can enroll in dual beverage pathways to maximize hospitality employability.
Next Intake Enrollment · Balaju Campus
Reserve your espresso station.
Cohorts are strictly limited to 4–6 students per commercial station to guarantee genuine machine hours. Inquire now to secure your preferred morning, day, or evening shift.