San Diego | August 9–10
Register & Pay by July 15
Early Bird Price: $650
(Regular Price: $750)
Authorized SCA Trainer (AST) in:
Introduction to Coffee, Green Coffee, Roasting, Sensory, Brewing, Barista
United Coffee Education Institute (UCEI) Instructor
Q Instructor – Coffee Quality Institute (CQI)
Q Arabica Grader, CQI
Q Robusta Grader, CQI
SCA CVA for Cuppers
Certified Judge – World Coffee Roasting Championship
Certified Judge – World Brewers Cup
National Judge – WCE Barista & Latte Art Championships
Head Judge – Philippine Coffee Roasting Competition 2024
Judge – World Espresso Championships (Greece 2023, Korea 2024)
Judge – Vietnamese Barista Crew Championship 2024
Judge – Hainan Robusta Green Coffee Competition, China 2024
Founder – Southeast Asia Green Coffee Competition
Founder – Asia Roasting Championship
The SCA Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) Course
This expert-level course, developed by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), is thoughtfully crafted for professionals in the coffee industry, including traders, green coffee buyers, and quality-control managers.
Focused on the Sensory component of the Coffee Value Assessment system, this course equips participants with the skills to evaluate coffee using the latest CVA forms and methodology. Through hands-on training and guided analysis, you'll learn how to assess coffee quality through sensory evaluation, interpret market trends, and apply data-driven pricing strategies grounded in quality metrics and consumer value perception.
📌 Complete Understanding of the New CVA System: Learn what has changed, why it matters, and how to use the new system effectively.
📌 How to Use the New CVA Forms: Understand the purpose of each section, how to properly fill them out, and how to interpret data for accurate evaluations.
📌 Sensory Reference Categorization Exams: Prepare to ace your sensory categorization exams with thorough training, hands-on practice, and expert feedback.
📌 Improving Consistency & Accuracy: Develop techniques to achieve reliable, repeatable results using the new forms.
📌 Effective Communication: Learn to accurately describe and document your sensory evaluations for seamless communication within your team and the wider industry.
Who Should Join?
- Aspiring and experienced cuppers eager to level up their sensory skills.
- Roasters, buyers, Q-Graders, and coffee professionals aiming to expand their expertise with the latest CVA system.
- Enthusiasts passionate about understanding coffee from a sensory perspective.
