- What is a coffee art course? A 5-hour hands-on barista session covering espresso handling, milk texturing and free-pour latte art.
- Do I need experience? No – it’s suitable for all levels.
- Will I get a certificate? Yes – you’ll receive a Certificate of Attendance.
Why Take a Coffee Art Course?
Latte art is more than a flourish. It’s the final step in a precise process, one that starts with dialling in your grind, pulling consistent espresso, and mastering milk texture. Our Barista & Coffee Art course teaches all of these skills together, not in isolation, so you build a smooth, repeatable workflow.
At Coffee School, we train students at every stage. Some come in with café experience but need to fix technical gaps; others are learning from scratch. The course is structured to correct habits, improve consistency, and build confidence across the entire service flow.
You’ll get hands-on with:
- Consistent dosing and tamping techniques
- Grinder and machine adjustments
- Milk texturing for a range of drinks
- Pouring latte art patterns like hearts, tulips and rosettas
- Keeping your machine and workspace clean under pressure
Common Challenges This Course Helps You Overcome
A great barista doesn’t just pour well, they move cleanly from one task to the next. If you’re struggling with pace, workflow, or shot consistency, this course will help you find and fix the problem.
We help students correct:
- Uneven tamping or grind size issues
- Under- or over-extracted espresso
- Milk that stretches too much or too little
- Pours that stall or blur
- Workflow that breaks down during busy service
The goal isn’t decoration - it’s control. A solid pour is the result of good timing, texture and shot preparation working together.
Is This Course Right for You?
Many students ask if the Barista & Coffee Art course is suitable for them. If you want practical, hands-on training that mimics real café conditions, this is it.
How long is the course, and what will I learn?
It’s a single 5-hour session packed with repetition. You’ll make up to 100 coffees while learning how to adjust your grind, control milk texture and pour clean patterns.
Do I need experience?
Nope. Whether you’re brand new or fixing habits from on-the-job learning, our trainers will meet you where you’re at.
What kind of latte art will I learn?
You’ll cover the fundamentals — hearts, tulips, leaves — and techniques like layering and etching to refine your presentation.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. Every student receives a Certificate of Attendance that adds weight to your resume when applying for café roles.
Where is the course held?
Courses run in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane at centrally located, easily accessible campuses.
Will it help me get a job?
Absolutely. Many students land barista roles shortly after completing this course — it gives you the practical skills employers want to see in trial shifts.
Train in a Real Cafe-Style Environment
Coffee School courses are built to reflect real café conditions. From the first coffee you make, you’ll be working with commercial machines, adjusting your grinder, stretching milk, and managing your station just like you would in a busy service setting.
As part of the Barista & Coffee Art Course, you’ll also get a focused introduction to latte art fundamentals. And if you want to take those pouring skills even further, the Latte Art Course at Coffee School offers an optional add-on to refine your technique and presentation.
What Hiring Managers Are Looking For
With over 119,000 baristas and bar attendants working across Australia, competition for café roles is high. Employers want baristas who can recover quickly from mistakes, clean as they go, and move smoothly through the morning rush.
Latte art matters - but so does the grind. The Coffee Art Course prepares you for those fast-paced shifts where precision and speed are everything.
Build Skills You Can Rely On
Great coffee doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built through repetition, feedback, and the confidence that comes from doing the work. Our trainers help you identify weak spots, fix habits, and build a workflow you can rely on, not just during training, but when it counts in service.
Enrol at Coffee School in Melbourne, Sydney, or Brisbane, and come away with a pattern of movement you can rely on when it counts.
