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Q Arabica Grader Combo
Q Arabica Grader Recertification
Class content
CQI’s Q Coffee System is an internationally recognized program for evaluating cup quality based on a standardized system for Arabica coffee using protocols developed by the SCA. A Q Arabica Grader is a highly trained and calibrated coffee taster who evaluates coffee using SCA cupping standards and protocols.
People working in the coffee chain will participate in the Q Grader training and testing course. This course consists of two complementary concepts: the first is a 3-day theory and practice of all activities, which is followed up by a 3-day series of exams regarding the material presented. There are 20 different exams taken during the course. The purpose of the exams is to evaluate the cuppers in their overall cupping skills. The course includes various activities to test the cuppers’ skills in evaluating a coffee in a traditional cupping format, olfactory senses, green and roasted coffee grading, acid identification, basic cupping skills evaluations, triangulations, sensory skills tests, and roasted coffee tests.
The Q Arabica Grader Combo Training and Exams six-day course is rigorous and consequently, some students find it difficult to pass all exam portions the first time through. The final day will allow participants to retake certain tests as needed in hopes of completing the certification.
Students completing this course including passing all 20 exams, will receive a Q Arabica Grader certificate from CQI. This signifies that the individual is a highly trained and calibrated coffee taster who is able to evaluate coffee using SCA cupping standards and protocols for specialty coffee.
CQI’s Q Arabica Grader certificate is valid for three years.
Exam Structure: 20 exams
● Sensory Skills 2 tests
● Cupping Skills 4 tests
● Olfactory Skills 4 tests
● Triangulation Skills 4 tests
● Organic Acids Matching Pairs 1 test
● Arabica Green Coffee Grading 1 test
● Arabica Roasted Coffee Grading 1 test
● Roasted Sample Identification 1 test
● General Coffee Knowledge 1 test
● FlavorActiV 1 test
The minimum class size is 6 students.
If the class has fewer than 6 students, it will no longer take place.
The course information on CQI:
Q Arabica Class- Instructor Sam Choi
Sam Choi is a CQI instructor for the Q Arabica Grader and Q Robusta Grader courses.
Sam Choi is an educator and coffee expert specializing in Arabica and Fine Robusta across Southeast Asian countries.
Additionally, Sam Choi is an SCA Certified Trainer for Green Coffee, Sensory Skills, Roasting, Brewing, and Barista modules.
Furthermore, Sam Choi serves as the Head Judge for the World Coffee Roasting Championship and a Judge for the World Brewers Cup.
Tuition fee
The tuition fee, excluding VAT is 2,280 USD.
Location
HQJ Coffee School - 738 Su Van Hanh, Ward 12, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam