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Programme 01 · Full track · Beginner · 32 Days

Full Barista Course

A minimum 32-day programme covering everything a barista needs to know - from coffee theory and beverage preparation to brewing techniques, latte art, food safety, and a full internship inside Dark Beans Café. Taught to international standards, with no chemicals used in any training.

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What you will learn

  • Coffee bean types, origins, roast levels, and flavour profiles
  • Beverage preparation - espresso-based drinks and more
  • Various brewing techniques - pour-over, French press, and others
  • Milk steaming and microfoam technique
  • Latte art - fundamentals and classic patterns
  • Basic food safety and hygiene to professional standards
  • Customer service and communication on the floor
  • Order taking and customer interaction during internship
  • Preparing bills and basic cash handling
  • Real barista experience working inside Dark Beans Café

Course modules

Module 1

Coffee theory

Bean types, origins, roast levels, and how each factor shapes what ends up in the cup.

Module 2

Beverage preparation

Practical preparation of the full espresso-based menu — consistency, ratios, and presentation.

Module 3

Brewing techniques

Pour-over, French press, AeroPress, and more — grind, ratio, and timing for each method.

Module 4

Latte art training

Steaming technique, microfoam texture, and pouring to produce clean, consistent latte art.

Module 5

Food safety & hygiene

Safe food handling, sanitation routines, and the hygiene practices required in professional cafés.

Module 6

Customer service

Hospitality mindset, clear communication, and delivering a great experience to every guest.

Week-by-week

Week 1
Theory class
Coffee science, bean knowledge, flavour vocabulary, espresso theory, and equipment orientation.
Week 2
Beverages & brewing practicals
Hands-on espresso menu preparation and various brewing method sessions, focusing on consistency and technique.
Week 3
Latte art, food safety & customer service
Intensive latte art practice alongside food safety certification training and customer service workshops.
Week 4
Internship at Dark Beans Café
Work on the live café floor - taking orders, interacting with customers, preparing bills, and handling cash. Real experience, not observation. If more time is needed, extra days are added at no charge to reinforce any weak areas.

This course is right for you if…

You want to start a career as a professional barista

You want a complete skill set taught to international standards

You are applying to premium cafés and need real floor experience

You are switching careers and want hands-on training, not just theory

Your instructor

Dipendra Bista
Dipendra Bista
12 years in Starbucks Coffee
Two Times Regional Barista Champion at Starbucks

With 12 years of experience at Starbucks - as Store Manager, TSM, Two times Regional Barista Champion and Leading Trainings programs across multiple locations, I Dipendra Bista brings world-class coffee expertise to Kathmandu. my passion for coffee and commitment to excellence has trained hundreds of baristas who now works in premium cafés worldwide.

Frequently asked questions

01Do I need any prior coffee experience?+
No. The Full Course starts from the fundamentals and builds steadily. It is suitable for complete beginners with no background in coffee.
02How long does the course take?+
The minimum duration is 32 days, covering theory, practicals, and your internship. If you need additional time to master any area, extra days are provided at no extra charge.
03What happens if I am slower to pick up a skill?+
We identify your weak areas and add extra training days to reinforce them. There is no pressure and no additional fee - we do not move on until you are ready.
04What does the internship actually involve?+
You work on the real floor at Dark Beans Café - taking customer orders, interacting with guests, preparing bills, and handling cash. It is live, practical experience from day one of your internship.
05Are chemicals used in any part of the training?+
No chemicals are used in any of our training. All sessions use natural products only, in line with safe and professional café standards.
06How many students are in each group?+
We keep groups to a maximum of 4 students. This ensures every student receives close personal attention from the trainer throughout the course.
07Will I receive a certificate?+
Yes. On completing the course you receive a Dark Beans Barista Training certificate, recognised by premium cafés in Nepal and internationally.
08How do I register?+
Click the register button above or contact us via WhatsApp. Seats are limited to 4 per group, so confirm early to secure your preferred start date.