BEM201 Barista Espresso Masterclass

Course code

BEM201
Locations and dates

Nelson:

14 February 2026

28 March 2026

2 May 2026

13 June 2026

25 July 2026

29 August 2026

26 September 2026

17 October 2026

14 November 2026

12 December 2026
Length

8.30am–12 noon, 1.00pm–3.30pm
Fees

Tuition: 220.00
Credits

1

The course topics include the history, the science and the process of espresso. Training is in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere using a commercial espresso machine and quality products. Those who successfully complete this course will be awarded a Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Record of Participation.

Content:

The coffee tree, from the bean to the roast
The different ways of producing coffee
Breaking down the principles: the grind, dosing, tamping, the Perfect extraction, over and under extraction, milk steaming
The espresso machine and how it works
Demonstration of different espresso-based drinks
Hands-on (machine time)
Care and maintenance of your equipment
Coffee quiz and lots of coffee drinking

Entry requirements | Domestic students

If you are over 16 years of age, please click on the Apply Now button to enrol.

If you are new to NMIT, please provide us with a verified copy(external link) of your ID upon application or enter your NSN (National Student Number). If your NSN is unverified, we will request a verified copy(external link) of your ID.

If you are a full-time secondary school student, NMIT is able to enrol you if you meet all of the following:

are 16 years of age and over, and
attend this course outside of normal school hours, and
have obtained approval from your school principal (or approval from your home school supervisor if you are homeschooled).

Please email your documents to enrolments@nmit.ac.nz.