Latte Art Training Curriculum

Create a latte art training curriculum:

Trainee Context:
- Current Skill Level: [NONE/BASIC/INTERMEDIATE]
- Training Time Available: [HOURS PER WEEK]
- Equipment: [MACHINE/PITCHER TYPES]
- Milk Types Used: [DAIRY/ALTERNATIVES/BOTH]

Training Goals:
- Target Designs: [HEART/TULIP/ROSETTA/SWAN/ETC]
- Timeline to Proficiency: [WEEKS]
- Quality Standards: [DESCRIPTION]

Develop:

1. FOUNDATION MODULE:
- Understanding milk science
- Steaming technique fundamentals
- Texture standards (microfoam)
- Temperature control
- Practice drills without designs

2. PROGRESSIVE SKILL LEVELS:

Level 1 - Basics:
- Pitcher control exercises
- Flow rate practice
- The heart design
- Common mistakes and fixes

Level 2 - Intermediate:
- The tulip (stacked hearts)
- Introduction to the rosetta
- Contrast improvement
- Symmetry training

Level 3 - Advanced:
- Complex rosettas
- Swans and advanced designs
- Competition-level techniques
- Speed and consistency

3. PRACTICE PROTOCOLS:
- Daily drill recommendations
- Self-assessment criteria
- Video analysis technique
- Milk waste management during training

4. ALTERNATIVE MILK MASTERY:
- Oat milk techniques
- Almond/soy adjustments
- Temperature modifications
- Texture differences

5. ASSESSMENT:
- Skill checkpoints
- Certification criteria
- Photo documentation standards