Frequently asked questions

Jex Institute teaches three programmes in Deira, Dubai: the Speciality Barista Course, Foundation of Coffee Roasting and the Professional Pastry & Baking Course.

The campus is at Bin Suloom Building, Plot 411-0, Level 1, Flat 111, 2nd Street, Al Baraha, Deira, Dubai, near Hues Boutique Hotel and Al Maya Supermarket. It is open daily, 7:00 am – 9:00 pm.

No. The barista, roasting and pastry courses all start from the basics, so beginners can join. Students with café experience use the same courses to formalise their skills and earn a certificate.

If you want a café job quickly, start with the Speciality Barista Course. If you want to work in production or source coffee, take Foundation of Coffee Roasting. If you prefer the kitchen, choose the Pastry & Baking Course.

Yes. You can visit the training labs in Al Baraha before you enrol. Message us on WhatsApp at +971 52 598 4268 to book a time.

Message admissions on WhatsApp at +971 52 598 4268 or visit the campus, choose your course and class schedule, then confirm your seat by paying the fee or agreeing an instalment plan.

The Speciality Barista Course is AED 1,999 on the current limited-time offer. That includes your uniform, training materials and the examination fee.

Yes. Instalment plans are available on the barista, roasting and pastry courses. The roasting course, for example, can be paid in 3 instalments of AED 3,333 or through Tabby and Tamara, with 5% off if you pay in full.

The barista course has four schedules: a daily class (2 hours a day for 6 weeks), an off-duty class (4 hours per session over 2–3 months), a Sunday class (4 hours every Sunday) and a 1-month marathon (4 hours a day). Morning and evening timings are available.

Yes. The off-duty and Sunday classes exist for students who work shifts, and the pastry course has an 8-week part-time option.

The coffee roasting course requires students to be at least 16, and anyone under 18 needs written parental consent. Ask admissions about the other courses.

Graduates of the Speciality Barista Course receive a UAE-attested certificate together with the Jex Institute certificate.

The barista curriculum is aligned with Specialty Coffee Association standards and methods. The certificate itself is issued by Jex Institute and attested in the UAE, so ask admissions if you need a specific international award.

Career support is built into the barista course: interview questions, CV making and field work. The institute also offers job assistance to graduates. Employment is not guaranteed.

Roasting graduates receive a Certificate of Completion from The JEX Barista and Roastery Training Institute. Pastry graduates receive the Jex Institute Professional Pastry Certificate.

Most of it. Classes are taught on commercial espresso machines, grinders, drum roasters and ovens, and the pastry course is about 90% hands-on.

Bring a notebook and pen. Equipment, coffee, ingredients and tools are provided, and the barista course fee includes your uniform.

Roasting students can take a make-up class with the next cohort at no extra charge. For other courses, speak to your trainer to reschedule the session.