Green Coffee Foundation

Green Foundations
The Green Coffee Foundation course is designed to introduce basic concepts regarding the consuming side of green coffee. Participants will learn about the specialty coffee supply chain from seed to cup, including cultivation, harvesting, processing, drying, shipping, storage, and delivery. The principles of coffee growing, processing, grading, and trade and portfolio management are also explored. This course is designed for individuals with no previous experience with the green coffee part of the supply chain.
Course Information
Course Length: 8 hours including exams
Prerequisites: None; Introduction to Coffee recommended
Written Exam Information:
	
Total Number of Questions on Online Written Exam: 30 (worth one point each) Total Time Allowed for Online Written Exam: 32 minutes
	
Passing Score (Online Written Exam): 60%
Practical Exam Information:
	
Total Time Allowed for Practical Exam: 40 minutes
	
Passing Score (Practical Exam): 60% = 12 points correct / 19 total exam points
Cost: $500.00 Includes SCA certification fee, handouts, lunch and all class supplies