Barbering
Get the skills to cut and style hair like a professional. Cut your own hair, or earn some money by providing the service for others.
We invite you to use our new Online Application Portal to submit your application to the Barbados Vocational Training Board.
Simply click below and select Barbados Vocational Training Board as your target institution. Then complete the Sign Up form and Submit.
NOTE: Please use a valid email address you can access as you will be required to validate the email address before continuing with the application.
Latest Course Information
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Jan 28, 2026
Duration:12 Weeks
Day(s):Wednesday
Time:5:30pm- 8:30pm
Tutor:Mr. I Bobb
Course Fee:$390.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- When do Evening Programme classes begin?
Evening Programmes are run three times a year and begin approximately in January, May, and September.
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- How long is the Apprenticeship Programme?
The apprenticeship contract is usually for a period of three years although some exemptions can be made to shorten the period of training if the apprentice has already completed some theoretical or practical training at an approved institution. Exemptions are subject to the Director’s discretion.
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- What is the Admissions Policy for Evening programmes?
Applicants must be at least sixteen (16) years old and are assigned places within the programme on a first-come, first-served basis. Persons who have applied need to confirm their registration by paying the relevant course fee. Applicants who have not gained a place on the course for which they have applied will be required to re-apply for the next available programme.
Training Centres
This course is held at the following training centre(s):
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Lawrence Green House
The Headquarters of the BVTB; the training facilities are located in the same building as our offices and this is our closest location to Bridgetown.
Testimonials
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I enjoyed being involved in the Apprenticeship Programme – both the theoretical and practical component. The experience was worthwhile, as I was able to acquire a skill and also further my studies.
Jason Haynes
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician at A-Con Air Conditioning Consultants Inc.
