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Housekeeping

On completion of this module trainees will be equipped with the skills to:

  • Prepare, maintain, and clear function areas
  • Prepare beds, hand linen, and bed covers
  • Deep clean hard and semi-hard floor surfaces as well as soft floor-coverings
  • Service toilets, bathrooms, public areas, kitchen areas and furnished areas
  • Clean doors, windows, walls, ceilings, and fixtures
  • Provide laundry services
  • Provide customer service and care

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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

  • Aug 17, 2026

    Duration:
    2 Semesters
    Day(s):
    Monday - Friday
    Time:
    8:00am - 4:00pm
    Tutor:
    Ms. k. Fergusson

Frequently Asked Questions

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

  • What is the cost of each programme?

    Only the Evening Programmes have an associated cost. This ranges between $150.00 and $650.00. For information on specific classes, please visit our Evening Programmes section.

  • Do I have to bring/buy tools for my class?

    Trainees are not expected to bring their own tools to class. They are however encouraged to save some of their stipend towards the purchase of tools and equipment for their personal use after they have completed training and have begun their careers.

  • Is there a registration fee for the Evening Programme?

    The only fee associated with the course is the cost of the programme.

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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

  • Michael Harewood

    I found my apprenticeship to be beneficial and I gained experience in the Autobody trade. I would recommend the programme to others. Having completed my Apprenticeship, I continue to work as an Autobody Technician at Collision One.

    Michael Harewood

    Autobody Technician at Collision One

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