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Housekeeping - Beginners

Participants in the Beginners Housekeeping programme will look at the primary facets of Housekeeping – both for private residences as well as hotels.

Topics include: making beds, general maintenance, customer service and the handling of chemicals.

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

What is an Apprenticeship?

Apprenticeship is a voluntary contractual training programme between the employer and apprentice which is ratified by the Director of Training of the Board.
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.
What is a Scheme of Training?

A scheme of training is a document which outlines the skills, tasks and competences that you should acquire during your apprenticeship.

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.

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.