In anticipation of an estimated $1.4 billion building boom commencing in the current financial year, the Government of Barbados has embarked on an initiative to upskill the population, train artisans, and ensure a new core of male and female workers are available in a few months to fill various construction jobs.
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Applications for the training courses are open until March 31, 2023. Interested persons can apply online below. If you are unable to apply online, you may collect a printed copy of the BCGTI application form from either the BVTB; SJPI; BCC; TVET Council; Community Development Department (CDD), Division of Youth Affairs; or Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training (METVT). or, download a printed copy of the application form.
Boxing is the construction of a frame to contain freshly laid concrete, such as for window sills, foundations, columns or beams.
Dry wall is a fire and insect resistant material used as a replacement for plywood to cover walls and ceilings
CVQ in Electrical Installation Level 1 or a minimum of three (3) years in electrical installation.
Apply Online - or - Download FormCompletion of previous training in Boxing (Formwork).
Apply Online - or - Download FormGabions are wire cages filled with materials such as stone and can be made into square boxes, curved walls, or pillars used to prevent soil erosion.
Metal stud frame erection is the assembly of steel components into a frame on a construction site. The processes involve lifting and placing components into position and then connecting them together. Generally, this is achieved through bolting or welding.
PV Installation Level 1 or minimum of three (3) years experience or knowledge of roofing.
Apply Online - or - Download FormA post-secondary electrical installation qualification, equivalent to the CVQ Level 2 in Electrical Installation from a recognised institution or equivalent.
Apply Online - or - Download FormSteel Bending is the bending steel bars into various shapes or length for use in foundations or beams.
Textured wall coating is a special kind of paint product. An example of a decorative texture wall coating is Trowel Plastic.
Tree trimming is the removal of overgrown tree branches and hedges.
Well digging is the creation of a hole in the ground primarily for the use of collecting waste from bathrooms, sinks, and ground water run-off from rain.
