Accademia Vergnano

A unique place where heritage and expertise come together to help baristas and coffee professionals grow through internationally recognised training programmes.

Every business needs solid foundations to grow.

Accademia Vergnano is at the heart of our coffee culture: a space dedicated to professional training for baristas, restaurateurs and hospitality professionals. Through hands-on courses, in-depth learning and certified programmes, we help professionals develop their skills, supported by SCA and LAGS certifications, internationally recognised standards in the coffee world.

Accademia Vergnano

Accademia Vergnano courses

Barista Skills

A progressive training path designed to develop comprehensive barista skills, from grinder-doser management to milk steaming, with a balanced approach between theory and hands-on practice.

Foundation
Intermediate
Professional

Bar Management

A practical and strategic course designed to successfully manage a venue: optimizing staff, space, equipment, and menu to increase profitability, attract customers, and improve operational performance.

Perfect Espresso

A module focused on every aspect of espresso: from blend selection to machine calibration, with special attention to maintenance and cleaning to ensure a consistently balanced cup.

Perfect cappuccino

A hands-on course dedicated to the art of cappuccino: milk frothing and pouring techniques to achieve balanced foam and a harmonious taste.

Latte Art Grading

A hands-on course dedicated to the art of cappuccino: milk texturing and pouring techniques to achieve balanced foam and a harmonious flavor profile.

White Dairy (LAGS)
Orange Dairy (LAGS)
Green Dairy (LAGS)
Red Dairy (LAGS)

Introduction to Coffee

To understand the full journey of coffee, from its origins to becoming the commercial product it is today. This module provides an overview of the coffee value chain.

Brewing

This module is designed for those who wish to explore and deepen their understanding of the various coffee extraction methods.

5 SCA credits
10 SCA credits
25 SCA credits

Sensory Skills

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

Foundation: 5 SCA credits
Intermediate: 10 SCA credits
Professional: 25 SCA credits

Green Coffee

To learn the key concepts related to green coffee: production, processing, grading, shipping, storage, arrival at destination, as well as coffee contracts and portfolio management.

Foundation: 5 SCA credits
Intermediate: 10 SCA credits
Professional: 25 SCA credits

Courses open to everyone

Learn how to make the perfect espresso
or cappuccino at home

More than a classroom: a place designed to make every guest feel at home

The Academy is a welcoming space where learning, sharing and connection come together. Bright, thoughtfully designed spaces welcome professionals and coffee enthusiasts into a relaxed atmosphere, ideal for learning, exchanging ideas and taking the time to enjoy coffee.

The training lab features professional workstations for espresso, brewing and mixology, while the tasting room offers the ideal conditions for honing sensory evaluation skills.

Completing the space is an area dedicated to green coffee, where participants can take a close look at the origins, varieties and characteristics of the beans, making every course truly engaging.