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Introduction to Craft Brewing Technician

Breweries are popping up everywhere and people are taking note—brewing is here to stay! For those looking to seek employment in the brewing industry or for homebrewing hobbyists, this program introduces students to the production of craft brewed beer.  

Harford Community College, in partnership with Double Groove Brewing Company, divides this program into two learning components: 20 hours of online instruction (10 hours scheduled with the instructor and 10 hours asynchronous-self-paced learning), and 2 days of hands-on application brewing beer and packaging the product at Double Groove Brewing Company. Textbook purchase is required. Students must be 21 years old by the first date of class. 

COURSES REQUIRED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
HS 1034 Foundations of Brewing Science and Operations*
HS 1036 Application of Craft Brewing and Packaging

* Must be completed prior to the Application course

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TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
80 hours

CREDENTIAL(S) OFFERED:
Completion Certificate: Introduction to Craft Brewing Technician

LOCATIONS:
Online and on location at
Double Groove Brewing Company
1659 Robin Circle, Suite D, Forest Hill, MD 21050

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
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CONTACT:
Kelly Zajicek  |  443.412.2163  |  kzajicek@harford.edu

What's Next?

Upon completion of this program, you are qualified to apply for employment as an entry-level beer production technician at a working brewery. You may also choose to further your education by earning a professional certification, or transferring to one of many 2- or 4-year training programs throughout the country.

Homebrewers completing this program will gain the knowledge to experiment with new brewing techniques and flavors to share with family and friends.