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Carpentry

Trainees in the Carpentry Programme will be given competencies and skills required in the construction industry. They will be taught how to prepare estimates and perform preventative maintenance of timber and wall buildings, applying a variety of finishes in the process. The course may include:

  • Carpenter’s Formwork
  • Wooden Wall and Floor Frame Construction
  • Roof Construction

Download the Skills Training Programme Carpentry 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

  • Aug 17, 2026

    Duration:
    2 Semesters
    Day(s):
    Monday - Friday
    Time:
    8:00am - 4:00pm
    Tutor:
    Mr. Gilkes

Frequently Asked Questions

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

  • 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.

  • Do I get a certificate at the end of the course?

    Yes, once you qualify. Trainees must obtain a minimum grade of 3 out of a scale of 1-5 for each unit in the module to be certified.

  • What qualifications do I need to become an apprentice?

    No qualifications are required.

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Training Centres

This course is held at the following training centre(s):

  • St. Lukes Skills Training Centre

    This centre is located at the old St. Luke’s Girl’s school and offers classes in Carpentry, Plumbing, Auto Electronics and other disciplines.

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Testimonials

  • Brian Murrell

    Thanks to the Skills Training and the Barbados Vocational Training Board, I have acquired the skills to earn an income both in a company and on my own.  If you are going to work for someone – choose your own boss – and if you are going to work for yourself, prepare to work hard, long hours.

    Brian Murrell

    Electrician
    Advanced Electrical Services Inc.

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