Barista NC II
Barista NC II
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KALUPPÂ TVET SCHOOL PROGRAM OFFERING
Brewing excellence through hands-on café training, values-driven service, and community-centered hospitality
The Barista NC II program at the Kaluppâ Foundation TVET School is a TESDA-registered qualification designed to equip learners with the essential skills to prepare and serve quality coffee beverages, operate café equipment, and deliver professional customer service in hospitality settings. Kaluppâ’s delivery emphasizes hands-on practice, structured competency-based learning, and a values-oriented approach to service, ensuring graduates are both technically skilled and hospitality-ready.
The program is classified under the TESDA Tourism (Hotel and Restaurant) sector, delivered with a total nominal training duration of 178 hours (23 days). Kaluppâ Foundation is registered to offer Barista NC II under CTPR No. 20241740TRSBRT213009, valid until January 24, 2029.
Why Study Barista NC II?
Because Marinduque’s café industry is booming, and many coffee shops across the island now prioritize applicants with a Barista NC II certification. Employers are raising their standards, and having this credential immediately gives you a competitive edge.
And when that certification comes from Kaluppâ Foundation, it elevates you even more. Kaluppâ graduates are known for strong discipline, excellent customer handling, and hands-on mastery inside a real café environment. On top of that, they receive specialized training in coffee machine maintenance and equipment calibration—a crucial skill that most applicants don’t have, and one that café owners value highly for day-to-day operations.
Studying Barista NC II empowers you to:
Be café‑ready with skills that Marinduque employers actively look for
Master espresso, milk texturing, brewing techniques, and workflow efficiency
Learn essential machine care—from cleaning routines to basic maintenance
Calibrate grinders and equipment to ensure consistent, high‑quality coffee
Build confidence through hands-on bar simulations and structured practice
Unlock more job opportunities in the island’s fast‑growing coffee and hospitality sector
Whether you dream of joining a café, starting your own little coffee venture, or simply gaining a skill that opens doors anywhere, Barista NC II at Kaluppâ Foundation gives you the edge employers notice, before you even take your first order.
Program Overview
Barista NC II trains learners in the preparation of hot and cold espresso-based drinks, operation and care of coffee machines and grinders, proper milk texturing, flavor balancing, and café station management. At Kaluppâ Foundation, these competencies are taught through practical demonstrations, guided practice, and simulations of real café workflows.
✔ Realistic Café Training Environment
Learners train using industry-standard espresso machines, grinders, brewing tools, and café setups—allowing them to practice:
Dialing in espresso
Milk steaming and latte preparation
Basic latte art techniques
Beverage consistency and speed
Coffee station cleanliness and organization.
✔ Strong Emphasis on Service and Professionalism
Consistent with Kaluppâ’s values, trainees learn:
Customer service etiquette
Effective communication
Grace under pressure
Maintaining a clean and safe workspace
Ethical and responsible food-handling practices.
✔ Organized and Values-Driven Instructional Approach
Kaluppâ’s recognized strengths—clear documentation, structured learning guides, and systematic performance tracking—are embedded in the Barista program. Learners receive consistent feedback and are guided to meet TESDA’s performance criteria with confidence.
✔ Community and Livelihood-Oriented Delivery
The program is designed not only for employment in cafés but also for livelihood opportunities such as:
Home-based coffee ventures
Pop-up coffee carts
Small beverage businesses
Reflecting Kaluppâ’s mission, training is accessible, empowering, and grounded in the real economic contexts of ordinary Filipino households.
Key Competencies Covered
1. Basic Competencies
Participate in Workplace Communication
Work in a Team Environment
Solve and Address General Workplace Problems
Develop Career and Life Decisions
Contribute to Workplace Innovation
Present Relevant Information
Practice Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Policies and Procedures
Exercise Efficient and Effective Sustainable Practices in the Workplace
Practice Entrepreneurial Skills in the Workplace
2. Common Competencies
Develop and Update Industry Knowledge
Observe Workplace Hygiene Procedures
Perform Computer Operations
Perform Workplace and Safety Practices
Provide Effective Customer Service
3. Core Competencies
Prepare Espresso
Texture Milk
Prepare and Serve Coffee Beverages
Perform Basic Maintenance of Machine and Equipment
Perform Basic Cashiering and General Control Procedures
Training Approach
Barista NC II is delivered through fast, focused, hands-on training designed to mirror real café work.
Demo & Practice – Step‑by‑step technique demonstrations followed by learner practice.
Sensory Training – Tasting and evaluating espresso quality and balance.
Café Simulations – Mock service shifts with real workflow scenarios.
Coaching – Direct trainer feedback on technique and professionalism.
Who the Program Is For
This program is ideal for anyone interested in building real, job-ready skills in coffee preparation and café service.
Aspiring baristas and café staff
Individuals seeking employment in restaurants, coffee shops, and hotels
Youth and community members exploring service‑industry careers
Aspiring small café or coffee cart entrepreneurs
Hobbyists passionate about coffee preparation
The Kaluppâ Advantage
Barista NC II at Kaluppâ Foundation stands out for its practicality, professional training environment, and values-centered delivery.
Learners don’t just learn how to make coffee—they gain the discipline, hospitality mindset, and technical confidence needed to succeed in the growing café and service industry.
Let’s Hear It From the Graduates
At Kaluppâ Foundation, the true measure of our Barista NC II program is seen in the journeys of our learners. Many of our graduates are now working in cafés, restaurants, and hotels—or have even started their own small coffee ventures, from home-based setups to mobile coffee carts. Their stories reflect the heart of our mission: to equip community members with practical, industry-ready skills that open doors to real opportunities.
👉 Meet some of our successful Barista alumni and read their stories:
Contact
+63 042 332-2126
Kaluppâ Integrated Farm, Barangay Pantayin, Santa Cruz, Marinduque, 4902 Philippines
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