BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Eventin//Event Calendar//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT UID:74dabc93843da8feafe0df6ce0421b6a@bootcoffee.com SUMMARY:SCA Q Grader DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to join the elite circle of coffee professionals who set the standard for excellence worldwide? The Q Grader certification i sn't just another credential\, it's your gateway to becoming an internation ally recognized authority in coffee evaluation. Imagine possessing the skil ls to assess any coffee from multiple perspectives\, command premium consul ting opportunities\, and influence quality standards across the entire spec ialty coffee industry. This intensive six-day journey will elevate your sen sory abilities\, sharpen your analytical precision\, and position you as a trusted expert that producers\, roasters\, and buyers seek out. The investm ent you make today in mastering the Coffee Value Assessment system will ope n doors to career opportunities you haven't yet imagined. Your reputation\, your value\, and your future in specialty coffee start here. \n \ n About the SCA Q Grader Course in California \n The SCA Q Grader p rogram represents the pinnacle of coffee evaluation training and certificat ion worldwide\, developed by the Specialty Coffee Association for seasoned professionals ready to reach the highest level of their craft. Our Californ ia-based training provides six demanding days where you'll deepen both your theoretical knowledge and hands-on mastery of the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA)\, the industry's most sophisticated and contemporary evaluation frame work.\nThis advanced SCA Q Grader certification is reserved for coffee prof essionals who bring substantial experience in cupping\, sensory analysis\, and green coffee evaluation. You'll progress through a challenging curricul um that combines conceptual learning\, applied practice\, and comprehensive testing\, enabling you to identify and catalog every characteristic of cof fee with precision and authority.\nUpon successfully completing all examina tions\, you'll receive the distinguished SCA Q Grader credential\, a global ly recognized achievement that validates your exceptional skill and profici ency in coffee evaluation. \n \n Q Grader Course Structure and Learning Outcomes \n 6-day intensive program held in California that integrates theoretical instruction\, hands-on exercises \, and certification exams to validate your expertise at the industry's hig hest standard. \n \n What You'll Master w ith Q Grader \n Upon completing this course\, you will have the ability to:Command the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA): Articulate the core theoreti cal principles of the CVA and provide strategic guidance on its professiona l application across diverse contexts.Execute Complete Coffee Evaluations: Precisely perform the system's four essential assessments to develop a full -spectrum profile of any coffee:Physical Evaluation: Examine green coffee t o determine color classification\, moisture content\, bean sizing\, and def ect identification.Descriptive Evaluation: Chart the sensory landscape\, ac curately pinpointing aromatic characteristics\, flavor notes\, and textural qualities.Affective Evaluation: Assess coffee quality and market potential beyond personal preference\, modeling the expectations of specific consume r segments.Extrinsic Evaluation: Capture the value-adding "story" attribute s including geographical origin\, producer narrative\, certifications\, and sustainable practices.Analyze Through Multiple Lenses: Develop heightened self-awareness to separate subjective taste from objective evaluation\, rec ognizing how a coffee's value shifts across different clientele and market segments. \n \n Daily Breakdown of the Co urse \n The curriculum unfolds across 6 intensive days\, each focused o n distinct modules and skill assessments. Every day we start at 8:30am fini sh ~4pm.Day 1: Building Your Foundation. Course orientation\, essential cup ping principles review\, and comprehensive exploration of green coffee phys ical evaluation (CVA Physical Assessment).Day 2: Mapping Sensory Profiles. Thorough examination of descriptive evaluation techniques (CVA Descriptive Assessment)\, perspective-shifting tastings\, aroma recognition training\, and fundamental taste identification tests. Initial practical examination o n physical assessment.Day 3: Sharpening Sensory Precision. Triangulation ch allenges to enhance discrimination abilities\, roasting defect analysis\, a nd initial practical examination on aroma identification.Day 4: Understandi ng Perceived Quality. Deep dive into quality perception evaluation (CVA Aff ective Assessment)\, developing the ability to score coffees from varied ma rket viewpoints. Practical examinations covering triangulation and descript ive assessment.Day 5: Beyond the Cup. Examination of cup-transcending attri butes (heritage\, certification standards) and concentrated practical testi ng on roasting defects\, basic tastes\, and affective evaluation.Day 6: Rea l-World Application and Final Opportunities. Integration of all acquired co mpetencies through authentic market scenarios (Value Discovery). Dedicated session for second examination attempts for candidates requiring them. \n \n Preparing for Success \n We strongl y recommend taking the SCA Sensory Foundations and Intermediate courses OR the Q Grader Accelerator course before attempting the SCA Q Grader certific ation. While we cannot guarantee passing\, we've had great success with thi s combination in the past\, significantly increasing the passing rate of ou r students. The foundational sensory training provides essential skills tha t make the demanding Q Grader exams more manageable and helps you feel conf ident throughout the testing process. As a Q Grader participant\, you'll re ceive a discounted price on our Sensory courses\, making this preparation p athway both accessible and valuable for your certification journey. LOCATION:619 Lindaro Str\, San Rafael\, CA DTSTAMP:20260930T154149Z DTSTART:20270829T160000Z DTEND:20270903T233000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR