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Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Duration: 48 Hours (6 Days Intensive)
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Master coffee cupping, sensory evaluation, coffee grading, and the modern Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) framework through an intensive six-day professional coffee certification course designed for experienced coffee professionals.
The SCA Evolved Q Grader Course is an advanced specialty coffee certification program focused on developing professional expertise in coffee cupping, sensory analysis, green coffee evaluation, and the globally recognized Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) framework.
Through intensive hands-on training, sensory calibration exercises, triangulation practice, green coffee analysis, and practical assessments, participants will develop the technical and sensory skills required to evaluate coffee using physical, descriptive, affective, and extrinsic assessment methods aligned with international specialty coffee standards.
This six-day intensive coffee certification course combines advanced theoretical understanding with real-world coffee evaluation applications, helping learners build deeper expertise in specialty coffee quality assessment, market-focused sensory analysis, and professional coffee grading.
Participants who successfully pass all practical and written assessments will earn the official SCA Evolved Q Grader License, recognized globally as one of the highest achievements in professional coffee evaluation and specialty coffee quality assessment.
7,500 AED "excl. VAT"
Master coffee cupping, sensory evaluation, coffee grading, and the modern Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) framework through a six-day professional certification course.
The SCA Evolved Q Grader Program represents one of the highest levels of specialty coffee evaluation training and certification in the world. Developed by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), this advanced six-day intensive course is designed for experienced coffee professionals seeking mastery in coffee sensory analysis, green coffee evaluation, cupping, and the modern Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) system.
The Evolved Q Grader Course combines theoretical learning, practical calibration, sensory development, and rigorous examinations to prepare participants for professional coffee evaluation across global specialty coffee markets.
This course is intended for professionals with prior experience in specialty coffee, cupping, sensory evaluation, roasting, green coffee analysis, or quality control who are ready to advance to the industry’s highest certification standard.
The SCA Evolved Q Grader certification is an advanced coffee quality evaluation program built around the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA), a modern framework designed to assess coffee quality, sensory characteristics, market relevance, and value beyond traditional cupping methods.
Participants will learn how to evaluate coffee objectively while understanding how value changes across different consumer groups, markets, and coffee applications.
Throughout the program, learners will develop advanced skills in coffee sensory analysis, calibration, cupping protocols, green coffee grading, and market-focused evaluation systems.
| Day | Focus |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Course orientation, cupping review, and green coffee physical evaluation. |
| Day 2 | Descriptive sensory evaluation, aroma training, taste identification, and physical assessment exam. |
| Day 3 | Triangulation calibration, roasting defect analysis, and aroma practical examination. |
| Day 4 | Affective assessment, quality perception, and sensory scoring calibration. |
| Day 5 | Extrinsic evaluation, certifications, sustainability, and advanced practical assessments. |
| Day 6 | Real-world value discovery exercises and final examination opportunities. |
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The SCA Evolved Q Grader Program includes:
All examinations must be successfully completed during the six-day course period in order to earn the official SCA Evolved Q Grader License.
Successful candidates will receive a certification valid for three years, with future renewal options available under current SCA requirements.
The SCA Evolved Q Grader Course is designed for dedicated coffee professionals ready to deepen their expertise in specialty coffee evaluation, sensory analysis, and coffee quality assessment.
Join The Ore Coffee Workshop and experience advanced coffee education aligned with international specialty coffee standards and professional calibration systems.
The Ore Coffee Workshop offers advanced specialty coffee education and professional coffee certification programs in the UAE, including sensory analysis, coffee cupping, green coffee evaluation, and Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) training.
Our mission is to support coffee professionals through hands-on education, international coffee standards, and practical specialty coffee learning experiences.
The SCA Evolved Q Grader Course is an advanced specialty coffee certification program focused on Coffee Value Assessment (CVA), sensory analysis, coffee cupping, green coffee evaluation, and professional coffee quality assessment.
This course is designed for experienced coffee professionals, including coffee cuppers, roasters, green coffee buyers, quality control specialists, trainers, and professionals involved in specialty coffee evaluation.
The course runs for six intensive days, with approximately 48 hours of training, practical activities, sensory calibration, and examinations.
Participants will learn how to evaluate coffee using the Coffee Value Assessment framework, including physical, descriptive, affective, and extrinsic assessments. The course also covers sensory analysis, cupping, triangulation, aroma identification, roasting defects, and market-based coffee evaluation.
Yes, the SCA Evolved Q Grader certification is internationally recognized within the specialty coffee industry and is considered one of the highest professional achievements in coffee evaluation.
The SCA Evolved Q Grader license is valid for three years. After this period, licensed Q Graders may renew their certification according to current SCA requirements.
You can take the SCA Evolved Q Grader Course in the UAE through The Ore Coffee Workshop, offering advanced specialty coffee education, sensory training, and professional coffee certification programs.
Start time: 10:00 a.m. UTC+04
End time: 05:00 p.m. UTC+04
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