Barista receives NVQ Level 4 accreditation

• Sets new benchmark in coffee education and professional training

Barista Coffee Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd announced that it has been awarded the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 04 accreditation, under the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC). 

The NVQ Level 04 Barista Training Programme, the first of its kind in Sri Lanka, was conceptualised, co-created and fully funded by Barista. This achievement underscores the company’s long-term commitment to advancing vocational education in alignment with international coffee industry standards and best practices.

“Our purpose at Barista is to redefine how the coffee industry contributes to Sri Lanka’s economic and human capital growth,” said Barista Coffee Lanka Chief Executive Officer and Director Dilupa Pathirana. 

“By investing in accredited, structured training programmes, we are not only strengthening our internal capabilities but also empowering Sri Lankan youth to build sustainable, globally competitive careers. The NVQ Level 04 accreditation reflects our strategic focus on nurturing talent, raising professional standards and positioning Sri Lanka as a regional hub for coffee excellence.”

The accreditation marks a significant milestone in Barista’s ongoing efforts to elevate the standards of coffee education and professional development in Sri Lanka. Developed by Barista’s team of industry experts in collaboration with TVEC, the programme integrates academic instruction with extensive practical training, producing a new generation of highly skilled baristas ready to meet the demands of both local and global hospitality markets.

This accomplishment represents years of dedicated work in developing structured training pathways and professional recognition for the craft. Barista extends its sincere appreciation to TVEC Chairman Prof. G.L. Dharmasri Wickramasinghe, Director General Dr. K.A. Lalithadheera, Acting Deputy Director General Dr. Ajith Polwatta, NVQ Division Deputy Director Dilrukshi Herath and other officials from thr TVEC for their invaluable support and guidance throughout this process.