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International Award in Barista Skills

A comprehensive program, accredited by City and Guilds, UK, that covers coffee from the bean to cup; ideally structured for coffee aficionados and those seeking to launch their own café or pursue a professional career as Baristas.

About this Course

Become accomplished in coffee in just five days! Start with an exhaustive introduction to the origins, types and processing techniques of coffee. 

Learn about roasting, decaffeination and various cupping protocols with insider tips from experienced Baristas.

Acquire the techniques to extract the perfect espresso and intricate designs of latte art and fine presentation.  

Explore the buzzing modern trends of cold brew coffee and finish the course by learning how to maintain a coffee machine along with the understanding of how to start, sustain and run a coffee business of your own, including an overview of customer service, workplace management and hygiene best practices.

Your Culinary Career In 90 Days

In 90 days of intensive hands-on, industry-centered, and outcome-driven training, you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence necessary to take the real culinary world by storm.

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About Placement

The ICCA Professional Diploma Program doesn’t just teach—it transforms.

The ICCA Way of training that inculcates the 5 Ps for success – Passion, Perseverance, Performance, Perfection, and Persistence, ensures that you are international industry-ready with the information, knowledge, skills, exposure, experience, discipline, and the attitude to seamlessly integrate, effectively deliver and excel.

With 100% placement upon graduation, ICCA graduates are ahead by over two years compared to their peers.

Qualifications and Outcome

City & Guilds, UK IVQ – Award in Barista Skills (7102-52)

By completing this professional training course, you will receive

1. An International Vocational Qualification (IVQ) – Award in Barista Skills (7102-52), accredited by City and Guilds, UK.

2. Certificate of Completion attested by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), Ministry of Education, Government of Dubai, UAE.

Guaranteed Work Placement

Industry Work Experience Placement (IWEP) Program

ICCA Dubai’s IWP (Industry Internship/ Work Experience Placement) Program is an industry integration initiative specially designed for students who wish to become Professional Chefs.

The IWEP Program is separate and in addition to the intensive on-campus guided learning and training.

The IWEP arrangements are in the form of either regular employment to begin with, or an industry internship generally of 6 to 12 months’ duration, successful completion of which would lead the student chef to a regular work placement.

Course Delivery

The Barista Skills Program is delivered over five (5) days with one (1) session per day of five (5) hours each, from 01.30 PM to 06.30 PM, covering theory, hands-on practical training and product presentation.

Weekday Classes: Monday to Friday

Weekend Classes: Every Sunday

Classes are held on regular basis and also exclusively delivered upon request.

Registrations are open through the year. Interested individuals / groups may apply.

All equipment, ingredients, protective gear and course materials will be provided.

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Part time - Weekend
Barista Part-time Weekend
Full Time - Regular
Barista - Full time Weekday
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What You'll Learn

ICCA’s outcome-driven technical vocational educational training (TVET) programs are delivered in state-of-the-art world class training kitchens.

Why Choose ICCA for this Course ?

A campus set for truly world-class culinary education with designs that resonate with a
sense of harmony, balance, identity, and absolute attention to detail aimed to make
your learning at ICCA a memorable experience.
Culinary Career in 90 Days

State-of-The-Art Facility

A purpose-built campus set for worldclass culinary learning with designs that resonate with a
sense of harmony, balance, identity, and absolute attention to detail are aimed to make your experience at ICCA truly memorable.

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Multi-Award Winning

As the leading culinary school in the Middle East, ICCA Dubai is internationally renowned as an icon for worldclass culinary education with several prestigious national, international awards and recognitions to its credit.

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International, All-Star Faculty

A diverse and international industry-experienced academic faculty certified by the City & Guilds, UK, focus on providing personalized attention for an enhanced education and training experience.

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Partnered With the World's Best

Strategic partnerships with world-leading original equipment manufacturers and ingredient suppliers for international industry standard learning.

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Distinct Cutting-edge Delivery

Learning delivered by top-of-the-line Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Student Management System (SMS) based on the proprietary ICCA ought-to-know and industry-relevant knowledge.

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Industry Internships and Work Placements

Get assured job opportunities with leading hospitality brands from the UAE and around the world with ICCA’s IWEP program, offering seamless industry integration.

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Your Culinary Career in 90 Days

Fees & Payment

Fee Description
AED
Course Fee
5600
Online Learning Resource Fee
100
City & Guild Certification & Examination Fee
300
Total
6000
Note: Enrollment in IWP is mandatory for participation in industry exposure internships & work placements.
Learn more about how a portion of your fees at ICCA Dubai goes towards social good.
Fee Description
USD
Course Fee
1556
Online Learning Resource Fee
28
City & Guild Certification & Examination Fee
84
Total
1668
Note: Enrollment in IWP is mandatory for participation in industry exposure internships & work placements.
Learn more about how a portion of your fees at ICCA Dubai goes towards social good.
Industry Internship & Work Experience Placement Program

ICCA Dubai’s IWP (Industry Internship / Work Experience Placement) Program is an industry integration initiative specially designed for students wishing to join the industry as Professional Chefs by way of regular employment or an internship leading to work placement.

The IWP Program is separately conducted in addition to the 620 hours of intensive on-campus guided learning and training, which comprise our Professional Program.

The IWP arrangements are in the form of either regular employment to begin with, or an industry internship generally of 6 to 12 months’ duration, successful completion of which would lead the student chef to a regular work placement.

Fee Description
ICCA Dubai - Industry Internship / Work Experience Placement Program
AED 2,880 / $ 800
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Note: Enrollment in IWP is mandatory for participation in industry exposure internships & work placements.
Learn more about how a portion of your fees at ICCA Dubai goes towards social good.
Fee Description
AED
60 Days of Continuous Stay - (Outside-Country (Multiple Entry))
2100
One Year Multiple Entry Student Residence Visa (Inside Country)
5700
60 Days of Continuous Stay - (Outside-Country)
1430
120 Days of Continuous Stay - (Outside Country)
3780
90 Days of Continuous Stay
2500
30 Days of Continuous Stay - (Outside Country)
1052
60 Days of Continuous Stay - (In-Country)
2350
One Year Multiple Entry Student Residence Visa (Outside Country)
4600
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Fee Description
30 Days (AED)
45 Days (AED)
90 Days (AED)
180 Days (AED)
KSK - Premium Room
186.63
186.63
186.63
179.97
KSK - Twin Sharing
119.97
119.97
119.97
113.30
Uninest Students Residences - Twin En-Suite Standard
134
136
120
115
Uninest Students Residences - Single En-suite Standard
170
173
157
152
Uninest Students Residences - Single Large En-suite Deluxe
200
203
190
185
Uninest Students Residences - Studio En-suite Deluxe
210
213
197
192
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Payment

Fees may be paid in AED by Cash, Cheque, Credit / Debit Cards, by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or through the Secured Payment Gateway provided in this website to ICCA Dubai, as convenient and applicable

Installment Plan secured by Post-dated Cheques (PDCs)

Convenient Installment Plan is available for Local / UAE Admissions.The first installment is to be paid at the time of admission and the balance installment payment is required to be secured by a Post Dated Cheque (PDC).

International Admissions (for the non-UAE Residents / International Students)

International students are required to pay fees in advance to secure admission, hostel reservation and the UAE Visa.

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ICCA Student Experiences

Let’s meet and hear from the ICCA alumni who started their culinary journey with us…

Meet the Faculty

Our diverse faculty are international industry veterans bring years of work experience with top brands from around the world…

Next Steps

Welcome to the exciting world of Culinary Arts!
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Frequently Asked Questions

For Whom is this Barista Skills program for?

This program is especially for the coffee enthusiasts, aspiring professionals, and entrepreneurs in coffee.

What is the outcome of the Barista Skills course?

The course offers holistic education & training in Barista skills ranging from the history of coffee and knowledge from bean to cup, including insights on customer service and coffee shop management.

Is there a certification offered upon completion of the Barista Skills program?

Yes, upon successful completion of the program you will be awarded a formal Certificate from ICCA Dubai, City & Guilds, London, along with a Certificate of Completion attested by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), Ministry of Education, Government of Dubai, UAE.

Are there any minimum entry requirements?

Yes, the following are the minimum entry requirements more specifically for the Professional Program -

English Language - You are required to have a working proficiency in the English language, (equivalent to an IELTS score of 5.5) as it is the medium of instruction is in the English language.

Minimum Education - Should have Passed Year 12 or equivalent.

Minimum Age - 16 years for Residents of the UAE and 18 years for international student admissions.

Medical Fitness - Must pass a medical examination for Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis (TB), AIDS / HIV, Leprosy, and Syphilis.

How to apply?

The following are ways to apply for the program -

A. You can make an online inquiry using the ‘Enquire Now’ button.

B. You can also visit ICCA Dubai in person.

I have a food allergy. Can I attend the workshop?

The practical component of the workshops takes place in our central kitchen lab. Therefore, we regret that we cannot accommodate students with severe food allergies at this time, due to the possibility of cross-contamination.

How can I pay?

Payments can be made to ICCA Dubai through any of the following methods:

Online Payment - Through the secured payment gateway provided in the website.

Telegraphic Transfer - Transfer of fees from overseas bank account to ICCA Dubai's bank account.

Beneficiary : International Centre for Culinary Arts FZ LLC

Bank Name : Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB)
Branch & Address : Al Ittihad Branch, Emaar Business Park Bldg. #2,
Sheik Zayed Road, Dubai UAE

SWIFT Code : ADCBAEAA

For Local or AED Transfer

A/C No. / IBAN No. : AE92 0030 0101 7308 9369 001

Credit Card Authority - Payment by either Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club or Bankcard.

Bank Draft or Banker’s Cheque - Please make Cheques / Drafts payable to ‘International Centre for Culinary Arts FZ LLC’.

Cash - Direct cash payment can be made at the front office desk.

Where is ICCA Dubai located?

The ICCA Dubai is located on the First Floor, Block 8, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai, UAE.

Telephone: +971 4 457 8811

Fax: +971 4 457 8822

Email: enquiry@iccadubai.ae

Nearest Metro Station: Red Line - Dubai Internet City Station 1 (Two Seasons Hotel / formerly Gloria Hotel)

(Feeder Bus from Metro Station – Bus Nos. 85 or 83)

Nearest Bus Stop: Dubai Knowledge Village Main Gate

(Bus stop is located opposite Block 8)

Driving Directions: Refer to Location Map, on the ‘Contact Us Page.

Vehicle Parking: Convenient Parking available adjacent to Block 8.

Other Opportunities

Upon completion of this course, you'll be trained and ready to pursue a range of career options. The world awaits you !
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