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Professional Training in Coffee Cultivation, Harvesting and Processing
咖啡種植、採收及後製專業培訓 [中文版]
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*This programme is organised by the Academy for Sustainable Communities in collaboration with Coffee Lab Asia (CLA). The course fee will be made payable to “Coffee Lab Asia”.
Course Description:
This is the first professional training course offered in Hong Kong that explores the genuine “seed to cup” journey of coffee production. Integrating theory and hands-on practice, this course is designed for practitioners and interested public to acquire professional skills and knowledge on coffee cultivation, harvesting, on-farm processing and green bean production, as well as basic knowledge about roasting and brewing. Students will have the opportunity to grow, harvest and process coffee in local farms and learn about the sensory differences among species, processing methods and roast levels during coffee tasting and cupping sessions.
Intended Learning Outcomes:
In this programme, students will be able to:
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Describe the overview and details of various components of the coffee value chain, from cultivation, processing, distribution to consumption;
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Identify and manage the factors affecting the quality of coffee; and
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Apply a range of hands-on practical farming and post-harvesting management skills of sustainable coffee cultivation and green bean production in the local context.
Module 1: Introduction to Coffee
From coffee processing, roasting, brewing to tasting, this module offers an overview of the coffee supply chain. This two-day module also includes a coffee tasting session which allows students to taste the various flavours of different coffee species, specialty, and non-specialty coffee. Basic knowledge on coffee roasting and brewing is also included.
Module 2: From Seed to Tree – Cultivating Coffee
This module covers all the essential aspects of coffee farming including plant physiology, coffee varieties, planting design and establishment, cultivation methods and crop management. Students will be expected to work both in the classroom and on the coffee farm to gain genuine coffee farming experience. This module will also introduce students to the concept of sustainable agriculture and the specialty coffee supply chain.
Module 3: From Cherry to Cup - Harvesting and Processing Coffee
This module explains the theories and science behind coffee harvesting, processing and handling. Through lectures, field practices and cupping experience, the module allows students to practise various coffee processing methods and discuss on how those methods affect coffee flavours and quality. Students will also learn about the post-harvesting procedures of green coffee production in the specialty coffee supply chain.
Students who have completed Modules 1, 2 and 3 and passed the examinations may be invited for placement opportunities.
Target Students:
The course is suitable for coffee industry practitioners, farmers, coffee lovers as well as those who are interested in understanding the science and actual practices behind coffee cultivation and green bean production.
Assessment and Recognition:
Students, who attained 90% attendance rate and passed the course assessment passed in all three modules in a cluster, will be awarded a Certification of Completion in Professional Training in Coffee Cultivation, Harvesting and Processing by the Centre for Civil Society and Governance, The University of Hong Kong.
Students will be able to obtain the below professional recognitions awarded by professional organisations in the coffee industry upon completion of the specified requirements:
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Specialty Coffee Association’s (SCA) Introduction to Coffee certificate and 10 points toward the SCA Diploma |
Students who attained 100% attendance rate of Module 1 and passed the relevant SCA examination. |
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Specialty Coffee Association’s (SCA) Green Foundation certificate and 5 points toward the SCA Diploma |
Students who attained 100% attendance rate of Modules 2 & 3 and passed the relevant SCA examination. |
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Coffee Quality Institute (CQI) Q Processing Level 1 - Generalist Qualification |
Students who attained 100% attendance rate of Module 3 and passed the relevant CQI examination passed. |
*Professional Training in Coffee Cultivation, Harvesting and Processing is an intermediate award of the Certificate in Sustainable Coffee Value Chain. Students who have successfully completed the Professional Training in Coffee Cultivation, Harvesting and Processing curriculum but continue to pursue the Certificate shall not be awarded any completion certificate. Upon the successful completion of the Certificate in Sustainable Coffee Value Chain, students will be required to surrender the completion certificate of the intermediate awards to the Academy (conditions apply).
Entry Requirements:
(a) have gained in the HKDSE Examination Level 2 in five subjects including Chinese Language and English Language; or
(b) have passed five subjects in HKCEE, including Chinese Language and English Language; or
(c) hold equivalent academic qualifications, taking into consideration individual merit
Exemption Policy:
Applicants holding qualification of the SCA certificate in Introduction to Coffee or other equivalent qualifications will be exempted from taking Module1. The Programme Team will consider exemption applications on a case-by-case basis.
Course Contents and Timetable:
Module 1: Introduction to Coffee (Tutors: Ms Cindy Ng and Ms Kris Wang)
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August 25, 2021 (Wednesday) |
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September 1, 2021 (Wednesday) |
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By September 7, 2021 (Tuesday) |
Complete SCA Introduction to Coffee certificate online exam |
*Class schedule and teaching mode may change depending on future Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines.
Module 2: From Seed to Tree – Cultivating Coffee (Tutors: Ms Katie Chick, Ms Cindy Ng and Mr Dixon Ip)
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September 8, 2021 (Wednesday) |
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September 11, 2021 (Saturday) |
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September 18, 2021 (Saturday) |
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September 25, 2021 (Saturday) |
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October 6, 2021 (Wednesday) |
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*Class schedule and teaching mode may change depending on future Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines.
Module 3: From Cherry to Cup - Harvesting and Processing Coffee (Tutors: Ms Katie Chick, Mr Dixon Ip and Mr Johan Kwe)
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October 9, 2021 (Saturday) |
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October 10, 2021 (Sunday) |
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October 16 - 17, 2021 (Saturday & Sunday) |
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October 23 - 24, 2021 (Saturday & Sunday) |
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December 5, 2021(Sunday) |
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By December 12, 2021 (Wednesday) |
Complete SCA Green Foundation certificate online exam |
*Students who have completed Modules 1, 2 and 3 and passed the examinations may be invited for placement opportunities.
*Class schedule and teaching mode may change depending on future Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines.
Collaborating Organisation:
Coffee Lab Asia (CLA) was established in 2012 with the belief of “Better Coffee through Education & Research”. CLA aims to provide specialty coffee education for individuals, schools, universities, and corporations; as well as to apply technologies to the coffee industry. CLA has been delivering coffee training programs worldwide including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Brazil, Greece, Ukraine and mainland China cities. Such training includes the certification programs from but not limited to the Coffee Quality Institute, the Specialty Coffee Association; as well as coffee judges training to support the World Coffee Events competitions.