Auto Body Painting and Finishing
This Level II programme equips participants with the skills to perform body repair, painting, and refinishing on cars and light trucks to industry standards.
Training emphasises safe workshop practices, panel removal and repair, surface preparation, painting and refinishing techniques. It also includes effective workplace communication.
Graduates will be able to work under supervision in body shops, dealerships, or independent repair facilities.
Download the Skills Training Programme Auto Body Painting And Finishing Brochure here.
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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Aug 24, 2026
Duration:2 Semesters
Day(s):Monday - Friday
Time:8:00am - 4:00pm
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- How much is the stipend?
The stipend is calculated based on attendance. If all sessions are attended, the stipend is $125.00 per week and it is paid every two weeks.
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- What time are the classes held?
Classes are held from 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm.
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- Do participants have to supply their own materials?
On some courses, class participants will be provided with tools and materials to complete the course. However there are several courses where participants may be asked to buy their own tools and bring ingredients/materials. In these cases a material list is issued at registration.
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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My experience at Structural Systems has been a positive one. My supervisors were helpful throughout the practical training. The Apprenticeship Programme allowed me to further my welding studies, more specifically at the Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic. Currently, I am attending at the Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic where I am studying Electrical Installation. My manager, supervisor and my workmates at Structural Systems are supporting me in my studies.
I would advise any youngster, who wants to acquire skills to apply at the Barbados Vocational Training Board and attend the Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic. My advice would be get a skill and “keep off the block”.
Jason Pinder
Welder at Structural Systems Limited
