Technical and Vocational Education and Training for All
Our website is designed to provide all the information you may need about the Barbados Vocational Training Board. Who are we? We’re a training institution with a focus on technical/vocational education and training, and we’re committed to excellence in all that we do. We’re confident you will enjoy training with us, so please continue to browse the site and feel free to contact us for further information.
Current Events
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Feb 01, 2021
Postponement of Classes
Please be informed that in compliance with the directives of the Government of Barbados with respect to the impending National pause, all Evening Programme classes are postponed until further notice.
Face to face training in the Skills Training Programme is also suspended until further notice.
For any urgent information, please send an email to:
We do appreciate your understanding at this time.
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Feb 01, 2021
Evening Programme Start Date
All Evening Programme registrants are asked to note that the start date for the Evening Programme is the week of February 1, 2021 according to your designated class day. Interested persons may apply online at any time, however requisite fees must be paid at BVTB Headquarters on Culloden Road, St. Michael (cash or cheque only). See our class schedule here.
Applicants are reminded to complete payment in full by January 29, 2021 to secure your place on a course. As places on the Evening Programme are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, persons wishing to register for a course should confirm their place by paying the necessary fees in full as soon as possible after registration as the course may become full before the registration deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
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- What do I receive at the end of the programme?
You will receive a Certificate of Apprenticeship. Note that in order to receive certification persons must have completed both the practical and theoretical aspects of their training programme. Certification is based on attendance, the completion of the skills, tasks and competencies listed in the scheme of training and the submission of relevant records from the employer and the approved academic institution.
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- Do I have to find my own employer?
The Board is able to facilitate this process but you can also find your own employer.
Course News
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Dec 04, 2020
February 2021 Evening CoursesInvest in yourself and learn a skill!
Register now for our Evening Programme courses commencing the week of February 1, 2021. -
Apr 26, 2017
Introduction of the Semester SystemAll Skills Training Programme courses will now be offered on the semester system.
Testimonials
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I found my apprenticeship to be beneficial and I gained experience in the Autobody trade. I would recommend the programme to others. Having completed my Apprenticeship, I continue to work as an Autobody Technician at Collision One.
Michael Harewood
Autobody Technician at Collision One