Joinery
On completion of this module trainees will be equipped with the skills to:
- Identify types and uses of joints for furniture
- Construct a dining table
- Construct dining chairs
- Upholster dining chair seats
- Construct beds
- Construct bedside cabinets with panel doors
- Construct a book case
- Construct a plant stand
This course is held at the Six Roads Training Centre.
Download the Skills Training Programme Joinery 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 17, 2026
Duration:2 Semesters
Day(s):Monday - Friday
Time:8:00am - 4:00pm
Tutor:Mr. N. Griffith
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- Is there a fee for attending Skills Training Programmes (STP)?
Barbadians do not have to pay any tuition fees to attend the Board’s Skills Training programme. Tuition is free of charge. In addition the Board provides all students with a stipend which will assist with expenses including lunch and transportation costs. Non-Barbadian students with the requisite visa are required to pay tuition fees.
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- What types of programmes are offered?
Evening programme courses are practical, hands-on classes designed to give the participant experience to undertake projects. For a full list of programmes offered, please see our Evening Programmes section.
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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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Six Roads Skills Training Centre
This centre is located in the industrial estate at Six Roads and offers training in Joinery, Computer Applications, and Cupboard Construction.
Testimonials
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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.
