CVA for Cuppers Course September 26-27, 2025
$1,100.00
This course is for current cuppers who utilize the 2004 SCA
cupping protocol, including but not limited to: Professional cuppers, Q Arabica Graders
or former Q Arabica Graders, people who use the SCA cupping system at least once a
month or have used it intensively at some point in the past few years.
The Coffee Value Assessment Course for Cuppers Course is a professional update for
coffee cuppers. During the course, learners will explore how to use and integrate the
SCA Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) tools into their cupping practice. The course
includes a variety of hands-on activities, including several cuppings, as well as lecture
and group discussions.
After completing the CVA for Cuppers Course, learners will be able to:
• Identify and utilize the CVA sensory references.
• Explain the function and background of key sensory assessment tools used in CVA—
15-point intensity scales, CATA lists, and nine-point affective scales.
• Use the CVA Descriptive, Affective, and Extrinsic Forms to describe and evaluate
coffee.
• Explain and use the new CVA system, including the descriptive, affective, and
extrinsic assessment tools.
Course is 16 hours in length.
Scheduled for: September 26-27, 2025 9am to 6pm.
All course materials, snacks, and coffee are provided.