Accademia Vergnano

The Accademia Vergnano is a SCA certified training center,
a place where you can acquire all the skills a barista needs to grow a business.

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ACCADEMIA VERGNANO
Qualified and tailor-made training for baristas

Accademia Vergnano is a SCA Training Center.
Based at our headquarters in Chieri (Turin), our training combines theoretical lessons and practical exercises, guided by certified trainers. If required, you can take SCA Certification exams while learning about the oldest Italian roasting company.

COURSE CALENDAR
Improve your skills and professionalism, learn how to make a perfect espresso or cappuccino at home

28 April
26 May
09 June

Discover all the SCA modules

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Barista Skills


For those seeking a deep understanding of coffee: from the practical skills required to set up a coffee grinder to milk straining and cappuccino preparation.

3 LEVELS
- Foundation: 5 SCA credits
- Intermediate: 10 SCA credits
- Professional: 25 SCA credits
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A practical and strategic course dedicated to the effective management of a business. By optimizing available resources—staff, space, equipment, and menu—it provides concrete tools to improve profitability, attract more customers, and enhance operational performance. The goal is to ensure sustainable management focused on economic success, quality of work life, and expansion opportunities.

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Espresso Perfetto


A course focused on studying the blend, preparing the perfect espresso, setting up, maintaining, and cleaning the equipment.

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Cappuccino Perfetto


Discover the secrets of a creamy and well-balanced cappuccino in this practical course! You will refine your milk frothing technique and pouring skills to achieve the ideal texture and taste, turning every cup into a small masterpiece.

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Latte Art


A hands-on course dedicated to basic Latte Art. You will learn to create the three fundamental patterns – heart, tulip, and leaf – while improving your milk frothing and pouring technique. Additionally, at the end of the training day, you will have the option to take the exam to obtain the LAGS certification.

5 LEVELS*
LAGS White Dairy
LAGS Orange Dairy
LAGS Green Dairy
LAGS Red Dairy
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An Introduction to Coffee


Learning about the entire coffee journey, from its origins to the present day. This module provides an overview of the coffee value-chain.

10 credits SCA
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Brewing


This module was created for all those who wish to learn more about the different coffee extraction methods.

3 LEVELS
- Foundation: 5 SCA credits
- Intermediate: 10 SCA credits
- Professional: 25 SCA credits
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Sensory Skills


Discovering the essentials of sensory evaluation in a practical and interactive way.

3 LEVELS
- Foundation: 5 SCA credits
- Intermediate: 10 SCA credits
- Professional: 25 SCA credits
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Green Coffee


For those willing to learn about all the key concepts related to green coffee: production, processing, classification, shipping, storage and arrival at destination. Also, to get to know the coffee contracts and the management of the portfolio.

3 LEVELS
- Foundation: 5 SCA credits
- Intermediate: 10 SCA credits
- Professional: 25 SCA credits
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*To participate in the Intermediate and Professional levels of the SCA certified courses, you must have completed all the previous levels.

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At our Premier Training Campus, we provide specialised academic courses and training programs designed to impart an all-round knowledge of coffee culture – the secrets and professionalism needed to deliver the art of coffee to the world. We’re dedicated to professionals in search of excellence, to those who want to make every espresso a true masterpiece. Our courses are also open to those who simply love coffee and want to understand every aspect of it.

For info: accademia@caffevergnano.com

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100 SCA CREDITS

to be accumulated during the training course to obtain the SCA certification.

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THE SCORE

Depending on its level, each SCA course offers various credits.

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1 + YEARS

Modules can also be taken over several years.

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FINAL EXAM

Once the final exam is passed, your trainer will complete your final exam registration.

Why choose
Accademia Vergnano?

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COURSES
FOR EVERY LEVEL

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HIGH EDUCATION
LEVEL

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CERTIFIED TEACHERS

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PRACTICAL
AND THEORETICAL LESSONS

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PRACTICE WITH PROFESSIONAL
EQUIPMENT

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    The family house where everything started is now open, welcoming Accademia Vergnano baristas and trainers.

    Accademia Vergnano is based in an the old family house where our founder, Domenico Vergnano, grew up. Visiting the house and its original rooms, you can discover the company’s history from its origins to the present day.

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    Accademia Vergnano combines the same passion and expertise that have characterised the company for over 140 years, and now helps guide the future of coffee.

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    From the ‘Practice Room’, equipped with five different espresso machines, a brewing and mixology corner, to the ‘Theory Room’ and ‘Cupping Room’, every element of the coffee making process is covered. In the courtyard there is also a ‘Green Coffee Room’, where guests can touch and feel different coffee origins and discover the fascinating differences between Arabica and Robusta.

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    Accademia Vergnano around the world

    There are several Accademia Vergnano locations in Italy and around the world. Remarkable places where you can learn about the culture, secrets and art of coffee.