Barista Training Course

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★ Di Pacci Coffee Company Barista Academy

Professional Barista Training in Sydney — From $99

Hands-on barista courses at Di Pacci's Sydney training academy. Beginner-friendly group classes, personalised 1-on-1 coaching, the nationally accredited Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee qualification (SITHFAB025), and advanced latte art training — all taught on commercial equipment used in real Australian cafés.

Book Group Class · $99 1-on-1 Training · $249 Talk to a Trainer — (02) 9758 0760

Registered Training Organisation & NSW Food Authority Approved Provider

Di Pacci Coffee Company is an Australian Registered Training Organisation and an approved Food Safety Supervisor training provider. Our nationally accredited courses produce certificates recognised across the Australian hospitality industry.

RTO Code 45805 NSW Food Authority 83859
4Course options
$99Starting from
3.5hrHands-on sessions
RTORegistered provider

Our Four Barista Training Courses

Whether you're starting a career as a barista, opening a café, or refining home brewing skills, there's a course built for you.

01 · Foundation · Most Popular

Barista Training Group Class

$99 per person · 3.5hr

⏱️ 3.5 hours👥 Group📅 Fortnightly
  • Espresso extraction fundamentals
  • Milk texturing for flat whites & lattes
  • Grinder adjustment & dialling in
  • Latte art foundations
  • Café workflow & cleaning
Book Group Class

02 · Personal · Fast Track

1-on-1 Personalised Barista Training

$249 per person · 3.5hr

⏱️ 3.5 hours👤 1-on-1📅 Your choice
  • Espresso preparation & milk texturing
  • Latte art coaching (heart, rosetta, tulip)
  • Machine programming & setup
  • Drink assembly & consistency
  • Cleaning & maintenance routines
Book 1-on-1

03 · Career Path · Nationally Accredited

Prepare & Serve Espresso Coffee — SITHFAB025

$249 per person · Blended

📜 Accredited💻 Online + In-Person🏢 RTO 45805
  • Industry-standard espresso preparation
  • Milk drinks to commercial spec
  • Coffee quality control
  • Food safety & hygiene
  • Statement of Attainment certificate
Book Accredited Course

04 · Advanced · Specialist

Advanced Latte Art Coaching

$150 per session · Focused

🎨 Advanced👤 Focused📅 By appointment
  • Advanced milk texturing control
  • Pour technique refinement
  • Design execution (heart, rosetta, tulip, swan)
  • Competition-ready presentation
  • Drink consistency at speed
Book Latte Art

Meet Your Trainer

John Cafferatta, Lead Barista Trainer at Di Pacci Coffee Company Barista Academy

John Cafferatta

Lead Barista Trainer · Di Pacci Coffee Company Barista Academy

John is a specialty coffee professional and certified Q Grader with over 20 years of experience across roasting, sensory evaluation, brewing and education. Over his career he has trained thousands of coffee professionals, with a focus on bridging technical precision and real-world café application — so students leave genuinely job-ready, not just certified.

His teaching combines specialty-coffee expertise with practical education frameworks and a strong commitment to skill development and pathways into employment. At Di Pacci's Sydney academy, that translates into hands-on sessions on commercial equipment where every student builds real confidence behind the machine.

☕ Certified Q Grader 📅 20+ Years Experience 🎓 Roasting · Sensory · Brewing 👥 Trained Thousands of Baristas

What You'll Walk Away With

Every Di Pacci barista course delivers tangible skills, equipment time, and recognition.

  • Certificate of completion — issued for every Barista Foundations course (group or 1-on-1).
  • Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB025 — for accredited Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee students (nationally recognised).
  • Hands-on time on commercial coffee equipment — the same machines used in Australian cafés.
  • A skill set that travels — confidence behind any commercial espresso machine, anywhere in the country.
  • Industry network access — Di Pacci is connected to cafés, hospitality groups, and equipment suppliers across Australia.

Who These Courses Are For

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Aspiring Baristas

Starting a career in coffee. Build foundation skills on commercial equipment and graduate with a certificate that opens café doors.

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Café Owners & Staff

Onboarding new staff or refining existing skills. Group rates available for teams — talk to us about custom training.

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Corporate & Offices

Training for office coffee programs or hospitality teams. On-site training at your venue available by arrangement.

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Home Baristas

Serious home enthusiasts who want to brew like a professional. Learn on machines that match your home setup.

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Job Seekers

Career-focused learners pursuing hospitality work. Accredited SITHFAB025 is the qualification cafés look for.

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Specialist Trainees

Experienced baristas refining latte art, dialling, or workflow efficiency. Advanced coaching tailored to your level.

Training Location — Di Pacci Coffee Company Barista Academy

Di Pacci Coffee Company Barista Academy

📍 97–99 Chapel Street, Roselands NSW 2196

📞 (02) 9758 0760  ·  ✉️ support@dipacci.com.au

🕐 Training sessions during business hours · scheduled by appointment

  • Commercial coffee machines & grinders on site
  • Australia's largest coffee machine showroom (5,000+ products)
  • In-house service team for ongoing support
  • Free on-site parking · public transport accessible (Roselands precinct)
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Inside Our Sydney Training Sessions

Hands-on espresso work, milk texturing practice, dialling in grinders, and latte art coaching — all on commercial equipment.

Students pulling espresso shots during Di Pacci barista training Professional espresso machines used in Di Pacci barista training Latte art training at Di Pacci Coffee Sydney Hands-on espresso machine training at Di Pacci Dialling in espresso extraction during barista training Milk texturing and microfoam technique at Di Pacci Professional barista skills training session in Sydney Grinder calibration and setup training at Di Pacci

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Di Pacci a Registered Training Organisation?

Yes. Di Pacci Coffee Company is a Registered Training Organisation, RTO Code 45805. We are also approved by the NSW Food Authority as a Food Safety Supervisor training provider (Approval No. 83859). This means our nationally accredited courses produce certificates recognised across Australia.

How much does barista training cost in Sydney?

At Di Pacci our barista training prices are: Group Class $99, 1-on-1 Personal Training $249, Advanced Latte Art Coaching $150, and the nationally accredited Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee course (SITHFAB025) $249. Group classes run fortnightly; 1-on-1 sessions are scheduled to suit you.

Do I get a certificate after completing the barista course?

Yes. Every participant who completes a Barista Foundations course (group or 1-on-1) receives a Certificate of Completion. Students who complete the nationally accredited Prepare and Serve Espresso Coffee course receive a Statement of Attainment for SITHFAB025 — recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

How long is the barista training course?

Group and 1-on-1 barista classes run for 3.5 hours, all hands-on with commercial espresso machines. The accredited SITHFAB025 course combines online theory with in-person practical training. Advanced latte art coaching is a focused session at our Sydney training centre.

What will I learn in the barista training course?

You'll learn espresso extraction fundamentals, coffee machine operation and maintenance, grinder adjustment, milk texturing for lattes, cappuccinos and flat whites, café workflow and efficiency, coffee quality control, and cleaning and hygiene best practices. Latte art foundations are introduced in group classes and developed in 1-on-1 and advanced sessions.

Is the barista course suitable for complete beginners?

Yes. The Barista Foundations courses are designed for people with no prior experience. You'll learn from scratch on professional commercial espresso machines in our Sydney training centre. The course is also ideal for café staff wanting to upskill or home baristas wanting to brew like a professional.

Where is the barista training held?

All barista training is held at Di Pacci's Sydney academy — 97–99 Chapel Street, Roselands NSW 2196. The training centre is part of our Sydney HQ and features commercial coffee equipment, grinders and accessories used in real Australian cafés. Free on-site parking is available.

Can Di Pacci provide barista training for our café or office?

Yes. Di Pacci offers customised barista training for café owners, hospitality staff, corporate offices, and businesses purchasing or leasing coffee machines. On-site training at your venue can be arranged. Contact us on (02) 9758 0760 or support@dipacci.com.au to discuss your requirements.

Ready to Become a Barista?

Group classes run fortnightly · 1-on-1 sessions on the day you choose · accredited and specialist courses booked by appointment. Talk to our training team to find the right course for you.

View All Courses Book $99 Group Class Talk to a Trainer
📞 (02) 9758 0760 · support@dipacci.com.au · 97–99 Chapel St Roselands NSW 2196 · Free Parking · RTO 45805 · NSW Food Authority 83859