Heavy Duty Truck Driving
Participants on this class will be taught how to operate a heavy-goods vehicle with load on the road, and to satisfy the requirements of the Barbados Licensing Authority.
Students must be licensed drivers, over the age of 18.
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
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Sep 26, 2026
Duration:12 weeks
Day(s):Saturday
Time:2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m
Tutor:Mr. Kevin Morris
Course Fee:$650.00
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- Do I have to find my own employer?
The Board is able to facilitate this process but you can also find your own employer.
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- 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.
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- How do I become an Apprentice?
Completing an application form gets the process started. After this you must be:
- interviewed by an inspector and a potential host employer
- Accepted by the employer
Persons under 18 years must also be examined by a medical practitioner who will certify that they are fit.
Training Centres
This course is held at the following training centre(s):
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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.
Testimonials
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I found my apprenticeship to be beneficial and I gained experience in the Autobody trade. I would recommend the programme to others. Having completed my Apprenticeship, I continue to work as an Autobody Technician at Collision One.
Michael Harewood
Autobody Technician at Collision One
