EVOLVED Q-GRADER COURSE

Course timings : 11:00AM - 6:30PM

Description

The Q Grader course is a specialized training and certification program designed for experienced coffee professionals who want to master the evaluation and grading of coffee quality using standardized global protocols. Participants engage in intensive sensory, analytical, and practical exercises centered on the Coffee Value Assessment (CVA), preparing them for a rigorous series of tests that lead to official Q Grader licensing and recognition in the coffee industry.

Course Overview

The Q Grader course focuses on building expert-level competency in coffee evaluation by:

• Teaching advanced theoretical concepts of Coffee Value Assessment and guiding professionals on implementing CVA in their work.

• Training participants to perform physical, descriptive, affective, and extrinsic assessments to document and interpret the qualities and attributes of diverse coffees.

• Emphasizing real-world, hands-on activities that enhance sensory acuity, self-awareness, and the ability to assess coffee from multiple market perspectives.

Learning Objectives

After completing the Q Grader course, learners will be able to:

• Explain and apply the theory behind Coffee Value Assessment in professional scenarios.

• Systematically evaluate coffee using specialized CVA forms and industry-standard cupping protocols.

• Recognize and articulate the sensory and extrinsic qualities that determine coffee value and marketability.

• Demonstrate excellence in coffee grading and sensory analysis, earning Q Grader certification.

Prerequisites

Before enrolling, participants should possess:

• Direct experience with Coffee Value Assessment mechanics and forms (Physical, Descriptive, Affective, Extrinsic).

• High sensory acuity, including the ability to distinguish subtle differences between samples and accurately describe coffee flavors and attributes.

Course Format

• Delivery: In-person, typically over multiple days with both theory and practical components.

• Assessment: Includes a series of practical and written exams that test cupping, sensory discrimination, and form completion skills.

• Certification: Successful completion earns the globally recognized Q Grader credential.

This course is ideal for aspiring and experienced cuppers, roasters, baristas, and coffee professionals aiming to elevate their expertise and credibility in coffee evaluation.