Component 1 - National Framework for Technical Education & Vocational Training

Component 1 - National Framework for Technical Education & Vocational Training

1.1. National Workforce Development Council

1.2. Enhancement of TVET & ICT in the Secondary School System

1.3. Transform the Bahamas Technical Vocational Institute [BTVI]

1.4. Build Public- Private Partnership [PPP]

1.5. Fully Integrate Entrepreneurship into Secondary & Post Secondary Curriculum.

NATIONAL WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL [WFDC]

Develop a national qualifications framework aligned to regional & international standards;

Develop standards to guide training programs at every level;

Create a labour-market information system to both inform the sector and capture data from all

stakeholders.

TVET & ICT SECONDARYReview and benchmark the content and delivery of secondary school

mathematics, science and language arts;Review and benchmark the content and delivery of TVET programs,

specifically hospitality & tourism, construction & IT;Update core academic and TVET standards to reflect requirements of

higher learning & employment; Introduce technology into ALL schools, establish internationally recognized certification, infuse all curricula with use of technology

throughout; Establish integrated industry-based training for teachers, including

learning missions, etc; Institute tracer studies throughout!

BTVI Phase 1

Initiation of a Credit Divisionfor the commencement ofAssociate Degrees in Phase II

Establishment of draft legislation to make into semi-autonomous operation offering programs aligned to industry needs

Updating of targeted“bridge” programs to addressImmediate needs of industry

Establish and operationalize systems to support the deliveryof certification & licensure training based on international standards

Recommendations for improved student support services

Develop programmatic plans to support new and improved programs in hospitality, information technology, and construction

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Major expansion of programs in Family Islands

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