Backhoe Operations
Participants will be taught how to drive and operate the backhoe to clear and excavate ground surfaces and cut ditches and trenches. They will also learn how to perform preventative maintenance.
*Please note that applicants must be 18 years or older to be eligible to participate in this course.
Download Skills Training Programme Skid Steer Loader / Backhoe Brochure Here
Latest Course Information
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Aug 31, 2020
Duration:1 semester
Day(s):Monday - Friday
Time:8:00am - 4:00pm
Tutor:Mr. K. Dash
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are a few FAQs pertaining to this programme or course:
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- How do I sign up?
Applicants can complete a registration form online. Payment may be made at the Barbados Vocational Training Board headquarters on Culloden Road, St. Michael.
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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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- Can partial payments be made for the Evening programme?
No, the programme cost must be paid in full at the time of registration.
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
