Education
Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) for Cuppers
CVA for Cuppers is a transition course for experienced cuppers. Current programme authority records retirement on November 30, 2026. It is distinct from the current SCA Q Grader Course V1.0.
Descriptive and Affective Assessment Are Separate
SCA Standard 103-2024 governs descriptive assessment without quality scoring. SCA Standard 104-2024 separately governs a cupper's impression of quality and cupping-score calculation.
CVA for Cuppers Has a Defined Retirement Date
The current programme authority records CVA for Cuppers as retiring on November 30, 2026.
The Current Q Grader Course Is a Different Programme
SCA Q Grader Course V1.0 is the current six-day licensing course applying the Coffee Value Assessment system. Programme documentation does not prove any individual's current licence or authorization.
| Programme Element | Current Value | Authority |
|---|---|---|
| CVA for Cuppers Retirement | November 30, 2026 | current programme authority |
| SCA Q Grader Course V1.0 | Six-day licensing course | controlled programme authority |
When does CVA for Cuppers retire?
The current programme authority records November 30, 2026.
Is CVA for Cuppers the same as SCA Q Grader Course V1.0?
No. They are distinct programmes in the current authority set.
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