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Continuing education resources

Continuing education resources

The key continuing education resources available to coffee professionals, from certifications to self-study platforms, that support lifelong learning and career growth.

Career ladders in coffee

Career ladders in coffee

The different career ladders in coffee, from entry-level positions to advanced roles, and how certifications, competitions, and mentorship support professional growth.

Roasting and Latte Art championships

Roasting and Latte Art championships

An overview of the World Coffee Roasting Championship (WCRC) and the World Latte Art Championship (WLAC)—their formats, skills tested, and career relevance for coffee professionals.

SCA Coffee Skills Program modules

SCA Coffee Skills Program modules

An overview of the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Coffee Skills Program (CSP), its structure, and the key modules that support professional coffee careers.

Importer and roaster margin structure

Importer and roaster margin structure

How importers and roasters build margins into coffee pricing, balancing costs, risk, and profitability across the supply chain.

Currency effects and pricing

Currency effects and pricing

How currency fluctuations influence coffee pricing at origin, in trade contracts, and for roasters buying internationally.