Level 2 Award in Barista
at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college
Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail
What the college says
This course is ideal if you work in hospitality or want to enter the coffee sector with recognised barista skills. You will learn where products come from how to store and handle them correctly and how to use equipment safely to produce consistent drinks. It suits anyone who wants practical confidence during busy service and a better understanding of quality control.
What you need to get on
The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Cornwall College Camborne
Trevenson Campus, TR15 3RD
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Start dates
- 5 December 2026
- 27 February 2027
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