HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE

Situated on the outskirts of the capital Kingstown, the St. Vincent Technical College is in close proximity to the ET Joshua Airport and the St. Vincent Teachers' College. There, it has become the hub of activity for technical and vocational education and offers a full range of programmes.

The College which was built by British Development Division funds in 1971, opened its doors and embraced among others some of the nation’s less fortunate students. The enrolled students had either attained the Primary School Leaving Certificate or had dropped out the Secondary School System. This institution was intended to bridge the gap between school life and the world of work.

The staff at inception were entirely expatriates. However, in 1974 the first Vincentian Principal, Mr. Augustine V. Lewis, replaced Mr. Robert Caffrey, the British Principal who had pioneered the running of the institution.

Today the College is having to cope with the applications of successful Secondary School graduates as well. Competition for the limited places available at the College is strong as people are increasingly beginning to appreciate the value of TVET as a means to become more competitive in the job market. The new programmes, which are being offered at the College (see below) will need to meet this growing demand.

Entry-Level Requirements are:

(i) Level II

• Three (3) CXC General Proficiency passes or their equivalent, one of which must be English Language.

(ii) Level III

• Five (5) CXC General Proficiency passes, or their equivalent including a pass in English Language and Mathematics.

• Minimum age:16 years.

• Applicants are required to submit certified copies of Birth Certificates and Educational qualifications, with their applications.

• Application Forms are obtainable at the Division of Technical Education.

Prospective students are expected to apply as soon as the College makes its application forms available during the month of April. These must be returned by the end of August. Copies of brochures and a summary of programmes can be obtained at the Reception Desk. Each applicant is required to pay a non-refundable application fee of $5.00. Applicants are advised to check that he/she fulfils the requirements for admission, prior to submitting their completed application forms. Entry to all programmes is approved by the Selection Committee.

A programme may be cancelled if the number of students registered falls below the agreed minimum. Successful applicants are notified of their acceptance via the College’s Notice Board. Students will be supplied with all the information required for registration.