Steel Bending | Barbados Vocational Training Board

Introduction to Event Planning

Plan the perfect event; whether a small personal affair or a large occasion, this course is sure to provide you with the skills you need to make it a successful one.

Topics include: corporate planner basics, wedding planner basics, starting your own event planner service, among others.


Latest Course Information

  • May 27, 2024

    Duration:
    12 Weeks
    Day(s):
    Monday
    Time:
    5:30pm-8:30pm
    Tutor:
    Ms. Warner-Franklin
    Course Fee:
    $360.00

Frequently Asked Questions

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

  • What is the Admissions Policy for Skills Training programmes?

    Applicants must be at least sixteen (16) years and should have completed nine (9) years of formal education to be accepted on the BVTB Skills Training Programme, except for the Bar and Restaurant Services and vehicle operations courses. Applicants must be eighteen (18) years or older to be eligible to apply for these courses. This stipulation is in accordance with Section 57 of the Liquor Licence Act of Barbados for the Bar and Restaurant Services course. The Skills Training Programme is free to all Barbadian nationals. Non-nationals are required to pay a course fee.

  • How often are programmes offered and what is the duration?

    Classes are offered annually on a semester system starting in August. Most classes run for two semesters and end in June, however there are some classes which run for one semester and begin again in January.

  • Can partial payments be made for the Evening programme?

    No, the programme cost must be paid in full at the time of registration.

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Training Centres

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.

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Testimonials

  • Jason Haynes

    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.

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