The Chairman of the TVET Council, Dr. Albert Best, says a National TVET Policy 2020 has been drafted, and is expected to bridge the gap between general education and technical and vocational education and training (TVET).
He said the draft policy was awaiting review, so it could be submitted to the Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training for approval and implementation.
“The National TVET Policy 2020 is expected to cement the close relationship, going forward, between general education and TVET, so that every student and individual in the workforce is prepared for life, as well as their careers or occupations of choice. The business of TVET is comprehensive and constantly evolving,” Best said, adding “TVET is evolving at a rapid pace, and now, has a noticeable impact worldwide”.
He said the policy was drafted under the guidance of Dr. Hassan Ndahi, Senior Specialist with the Caribbean Office of the International Labour Organization.
The five aims and objectives of the policy are: to create an enabling environment for the development of a competent, certified and competitive workforce in Barbados; promote a demand-driven TVET system; promote quality access and relevance within the national TVET system; guide the allocation of resources for the effective and efficient delivery of TVET, and incorporate sustainable development practices within the TVET system.
