Barista Skills

*
4 Days
Whangārei
Whangārei
Whangārei
Whangārei

*Subject to NZQA approval.

Do you know your Flat white from your Latte?

Ever wondered how to make the perfect coffee? Or just a coffee fan and want to learn more? 

Our Barista skills course will provide you with the know how to set you on the path to becoming a coffee expert, and provide you with useful skills for future careers from working in a café on weekends to being a barista full time.

If you want to work in the café scene then this qualification will help you. Concentrating on skills and techniques of the barista. 

Closed toe shoes and full length trousers are to be worn to ensure health and safety requirements are met

Entry Requirements

All applicants must:

  • be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
  • be able to understand follow, and respond to instructions given in English.
  • be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes

All applicants must:

  • be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
  • be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
  • be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.

All applicants must:

  • be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
  • be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
  • be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.

Applicants for whom English is not a first language must have an IELTS score of 5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivalence.

All applicants must:

  • be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
  • be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
  • be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.

Applicants for whom English is not a first language must have an IELTS score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivalence.

Intakes & Applications

Dates & Bookings

Payment is to be made prior to the course commencement. Student loans are not available for short awards.

Classes are generally 9 am – 3 pm Thursdays and Fridays on consecutive weeks.

This programme is not open to international students.
Short Award: Barista Skills
Whangārei
Short Award: Barista Skills
Short Award: Barista Skills
Apprentice Restaurant, 51 Raumanga Valley Road, Whangārei
Dates:
,
March 13, 2025
March 21, 2025
Dates:
Available to start at regular intervals throughout the year.
Delivery:
Short Course
Price:
Fees:
$260
Zero Fees
 (2025)
$240
Zero Fees
 (2024)
 | Zero Fees with Youth Guarantee*
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2025)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2024)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
Class full
Proudly delivered in partnership with
.
Short Award: Barista Skills
Whangārei
Short Award: Barista Skills
Short Award: Barista Skills
Apprentice Restaurant, 51 Raumanga Valley Road, Whangārei
Dates:
,
May 15, 2025
May 23, 2025
Dates:
Available to start at regular intervals throughout the year.
Delivery:
Short Course
Price:
Fees:
$260
Zero Fees
 (2025)
$240
Zero Fees
 (2024)
 | Zero Fees with Youth Guarantee*
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2025)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2024)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
Class full
Proudly delivered in partnership with
.
Short Award: Barista Skills
Whangārei
Short Award: Barista Skills
Short Award: Barista Skills
Apprentice Restaurant, 51 Raumanga Valley Road, Whangārei
Dates:
,
July 31, 2025
August 8, 2025
Dates:
Available to start at regular intervals throughout the year.
Delivery:
Short Course
Price:
Fees:
$260
Zero Fees
 (2025)
$240
Zero Fees
 (2024)
 | Zero Fees with Youth Guarantee*
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2025)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2024)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
Class full
Proudly delivered in partnership with
.
Short Award: Barista Skills
Whangārei
Short Award: Barista Skills
Short Award: Barista Skills
Apprentice Restaurant, 51 Raumanga Valley Road, Whangārei
Dates:
,
October 16, 2025
October 24, 2025
Dates:
Available to start at regular intervals throughout the year.
Delivery:
Short Course
Price:
Fees:
$260
Zero Fees
 (2025)
$240
Zero Fees
 (2024)
 | Zero Fees with Youth Guarantee*
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2025)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
 (2024)
International
International Fees:
$1,792
Class full
Proudly delivered in partnership with
.

Youth Guarantee Fund*

If you are aged 16 to 24, you could study for FREE as part of the government's Youth Guarantee fund. To qualify for the Youth Guarantee fund, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Complete an application for a course that is covered by the Youth Guarantee fund.
  • Be a NZ citizen or permanent resident.
  • Be 16 to 24 years old at the time the course starts. Learners who are 15 years old and hold Ministry approved early leaving exemption from their school may also be eligible. This exemption must be in place before the course starts.

Priority places will be given to students who:

  • have not yet achieved NCEA Level 1 or NCEA Level 2; or
  • have completed a Level 1 or Level 2 qualification through a Youth Guarantee provision programme.

All free study is subject to funding confirmation. Proof of residency status is required. Programme entry criteria may apply. Eligibility for student allowances or student loans may vary. Contact Studylink for more information.

All fees are approximate only, in New Zealand Dollars (including GST), and exclude the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy. Unless otherwise stated, the fees shown are for domestic students only. For programmes longer than one academic year in duration, the fees quoted are for the first year. Final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study.

Courses and programmes may be cancelled, postponed or have their content or configuration changed from time to time (including during the academic year) at the discretion of NorthTec. See our full Terms and conditions.

Additional Information

Employment Pathways

Cafe Worker
Barista, Food Service Worker

About Te Pūkenga

Following the Government’s announcement of its intention to disestablish Te Pūkenga | New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, please be assured that your programme of study or training will continue as planned while we work through the details of how this change will be implemented.

We are committed to ensuring that organisational changes that need to be made to meet the Government’s expectations do not impact the delivery of our programmes and training for our learners and employers.

If you need access to learner support services or have any concerns, please contact us.

Key Information for students - Qualification Information from the NZ Government.
Key Information for students - Qualification Information from the NZ Government.
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