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Housekeeping - Advanced

Participants in the Advanced Housekeeping programme will look at the advanced areas of Housekeeping – both for private residences as well as hotels.

Topics include: servicing guest rooms, laundry services, among other exciting topics.

Prerequisite: Housekeeping - Beginners

Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:

Is there a registration fee?

The only fee associated with the course is the cost of the programme.
What is an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a voluntary contractual training programme between the employer and apprentice which is ratified by the Director of Training of the Board.
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.

This course is held at the following training centre(s):

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.

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.