New Fellowship Practical Instruction Centre opens
A newly refurbished Fellowship Practical Instruction Centre, designed to enhance technical and vocational training, was officially commissioned on Wednesday by Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand.
Located on the West Coast of Demerara, the state-of-the-art facility represents a significant investment in the development of Guyana’s workforce and the country’s technical education infrastructure.
The total cost of the rehabilitation was US$1.2M which covers improvements to the infrastructure, procurement of tools and equipment, as well as the provision of ICT equipment and furnishings.
The upgraded centre will accommodate up to 400 students, providing them with the practical skills necessary to meet the demands of an evolving job market.
Minister Manickchand, speaking at the commissioning event, stressed that the opening of the Fellowship Practical Instruction Centre marks a significant milestone in the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to produce highly skilled students who are prepared for the modern job market.
“This centre plays a crucial role in the Government of Guyana’s vision to create educational opportunities that ensure every child can have a bright future in the new Guyana we are building,” she said.
The Minister encouraged students to make full use of the resources available at the centre, urging them to embrace the skills and training on offer.
The rehabilitation of the Fellowship Centre is part of the larger Guyana Skills Development and Employability Project (GSDEP), which is being funded by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB).
This initiative involves the refurbishment and expansion of Practical Instruction Centres (PICs) across Regions Three, Four, and Five, as well as Practical Instruction Departments (PIDs) in hinterland secondary schools.
The goal is to strengthen technical vocational education and training (TVET) throughout the country.
The centre will offer training in areas such as electrical work, woodworking, and food and nutrition. Graduates will be able to earn Caribbean Vocational Qualifications (CVQ), enabling them to either enter the workforce with confidence, start their own businesses, or pursue further education.
In addition to the commissioning, the Office of the Deputy Chief Education Officer with Responsibility for Technical Education made a generous donation to the centre, including 20 helmets, 20 safety vests, 20 pairs of gloves, and 20 pairs of goggles.
Dr. Ritesh Tularam, Deputy Chief Education Officer-Technical, also highlighted the Ministry’s commitment to advancing TVET across Guyana.
He noted that partnerships with key funding agencies such as the CDB are essential to ensuring that all citizens have access to quality technical education.
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