Become An Espresso Academy Partner. The Best Coffee School In The World
Work in the coffee industry? Become a partner of Espresso Academy, offer international barista certifications, and grow your company within a global network!
Since its founding in 2007, Espresso Academy has grown into a key player in the coffee industry and coffee education, becoming, based on reviews and results, the best coffee school in the world.
Espresso Academy Today Means
- 1500+ students from all over the world at our Italian headquarters
- 4000+ students certifying every year around the world with EA Method/IBC
- 25+ partners around the world
- #1 coffee school in the world on Tripadvisor and Google
- #1 on “Courses in class” on Google (source Google Analytics)
- The highest number of SCA, LAGS and IBC certified students every year.
The networks we have developed, the vast number of targeted contacts, the credibility, and reputation make Espresso Academy the ideal partner for any coffee business.
If you operate in the coffee world—whether a roastery, coffee shop, or coffee school—we can work together and grow together. With Espresso Academy, you can:
Espresso Academy Benefits
- Use the Espresso Academy Official Partner logo in your communications.
- Request welcome and promotional videos from Espresso Academy trainers for your business.
- Have Espresso Academy trainers online for your events.
- Access Espresso Academy consultancy with partner-exclusive fees.
- Be featured in the EA Newsletter (over 5,000 targeted contacts).
- Be present in Espresso Academy's social media communications.
- Receive promotion and visibility for your events.
- Connect with Espresso Academy’s partner companies.
- Get dedicated posts in the EA News section of the website, linking directly to your business.
Does your business provide coffee training for your students or clients?
Allow them to train with the EA Training Method.
- An Italian training approach that encompasses all the expertise of Espresso Academy.
- A highly tested training model used worldwide, certified by the best coffee school in the world
- Recognized, and backed by the reputation of Espresso Academy.
Your school
Will receive full support from our trainers on training, IBC certifications, and potential SCA pathways.
Your students
Will be able to pass the exams and receive the Espresso Academy certificate, numbered and recognized globally.
Contact us to grow together.
Become an Espresso Academy partner.
Espresso Academy: the italian coffee school with a global impact
A Journey from Italy to the World of Certified Barista Training
Since its founding in 2007, Espresso Academy has transformed from a small Italian coffee school into a leading global coffee academy. Created to challenge traditional, rigid approaches to coffee training, Espresso Academy’s vision was clear from the start: to make learning about coffee practical, accessible, and enjoyable. This philosophy inspired the Academy’s motto, "Happy Coffee People," which continues to guide its mission to this day.
Over the years, Espresso Academy has crafted a unique system for certified barista training, known as the EA Training Method. This approach combines hands-on practice, real-world scenarios, and continuous updates in coffee techniques. As the Italian barista school of choice, Espresso Academy offers courses in barista skills, coffee roasting, sensory analysis, and coffee business training, preparing students for real success in the industry. Thousands of students come each year to train either in Italy or through partner institutions, experiencing a truly Italian approach to coffee education and making of Espresso Academy the best coffee school in the world.
In 2018, Espresso Academy expanded globally by partnering with over 25 institutions worldwide, furthering its reach as an Italian coffee school with a global reputation. Through this network, coffee enthusiasts and professionals gain access to local and online certified barista training, industry connections, and internationally recognized certifications. Espresso Academy’s growing influence is shaping the future of coffee education, making it a trusted name in the coffee world.
Become an Espresso Academy partner.
Espresso Academy today: the italian coffee school with a global netword
Worldwide Partners, Certified Courses, and Real-World Training in Coffee
Today, Espresso Academy stands as a renowned Italian coffee school with a global presence, reaching coffee enthusiasts and professionals alike through an extensive network of partners. With over 25 partner institutions worldwide—from Europe to Asia, North and South America—Espresso Academy has created an international community of coffee education providers who share its commitment to high-quality, certified barista training.
Espresso Academy’s partner schools offer a wide range of courses that cater to every level of expertise. Students can explore comprehensive programs in barista skills, coffee roasting, sensory analysis, latte art, and coffee shop management. Each course follows the Espresso Academy Training Method, an approach designed to blend hands-on practice with real-world applications. The Academy also provides access to prestigious certifications, such as the Italian Barista Certificate (IBC) and Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) courses, giving students globally recognized credentials that can boost their career prospects.
Through these partnerships, Espresso Academy offers tailored support, enabling each partner school to maintain high standards in certified barista training while also connecting with local coffee communities. Partner schools benefit from expert guidance, promotional support, and access to an exclusive network of industry contacts. For aspiring baristas and coffee professionals around the world, Espresso Academy represents not only high-level Italian coffee education but also a direct pathway to success in the coffee industry.
