THE Board of Industrial Training (BIT) has formally congratulated more than 100 trainees from Bartica and surrounding communities who have successfully completed a wide range of technical and vocational programmes, marking a significant boost to skills development in the region.
BIT praised the graduates for their discipline, commitment, and determination throughout the rigorous training period.
The newly-certified individuals completed programmes in key occupational areas, including: Welding and Fabrication, Electrical Installation/Engineering, Heavy-Duty Equipment Operation (HDEO), Garment Construction, Commercial Food Preparation, Hospitality, Heavy-Duty Mechanics and Boat Building.
BIT officials said the latest batch of graduates reflects the agency’s ongoing efforts to expand access to technical training across Guyana, particularly in hinterland and riverine communities where demand for skilled labour continues to rise.
“This collective achievement demonstrates an admirable level of commitment and professional growth,” the Board stated. “Each graduate has shown the perseverance needed to complete rigorous training, and BIT commends their dedication to advancing their technical competencies.”
With their certifications now complete, graduates are expected to transition into Guyana’s labour force—many of them poised to take up roles in sectors vital to national development, including construction, mining, marine transport, hospitality, and the broader services industry.
BIT expressed confidence that the newly-trained workers will make meaningful contributions to the country’s economic progress, bringing enhanced expertise and a strengthened work ethic to their respective fields.
The agency continues to expand its training footprint as part of the government’s broader push to build a highly-skilled workforce capable of supporting Guyana’s rapid growth and diversification.