Heavy Duty Truck Driving
Participants on this class will be taught how to operate a heavy-goods vehicle with load on the road, and to satisfy the requirements of the Barbados Licensing Authority.
Students must be licensed drivers, over the age of 18.
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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Sep 26, 2026
Duration:12 weeks
Day(s):Saturday
Time:8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Tutor:Mr. Robin Sinckler
Course Fee:$650.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- What qualifications do I need to take an Evening programme?
No qualifications are required. Some advanced courses require that the beginners’ course be taken first.
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- What do I receive at the end of the Apprenticeship 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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- 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.
Training Centres
This course is held at the following training centre(s):
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C. Lomer Alleyne Skills Training Centre
The CLA centre is where most of the Board’s Evening programmes are held. It is known for its Agricultural and Engineering programmes. CLA is the BVTB’s largest centre and it continues to be expanded.
Testimonials
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The Apprenticeship Programme has been a good experience. I learned a lot at Structural Systems during the on-the-job training. Within three years, I began as an Apprentice Welder and have become an Operator, by gaining experience in welding, fabrication, and by receiving Autocad training. I enjoyed the theoretical training at the Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic. The teachers were helpful and kind, especially Mr. Ian Harvey.
Carlos Watson
Machine Operator at Structural Systems Limited
