Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute

Congratulations to the students of JC Academy who were recognized recently for successfully completing NCCER Level 1 Carpentry and Electrical training.

BTVI's HOD of Construction and Mechanical Trades in Grand Bahama, Kenton Roker was pleased to participate in the awards ceremony and celebrate the hard work, dedication and achievement of these future skilled professionals. 👏🔨⚡

🎓✨ Congratulations to our New Providence - Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Dean's List honourees!

Today, we celebrated students whose hard work, dedication, and academic excellence have distinguished them among their peers. Your commitment to success inspires us all, and we are proud to recognize your outstanding achievements.

Keep striving, keep growing, and keep making BTVI proud!

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📢ATTENTION: Summer 2026 Graduands

ANOTHER DAY and ANOTHER DRUM ROLL!

Congratulations to BTVI Electrical Installation adjunct instructor, Mac Lightbourne, on being named one of Professional Services Bahamas 40 Under 40 awardees!

For more than two years, Mr. Lightbourne has shared his expertise with BTVI students, teaching Electrical Installation I and II, as well as professional development courses in the electrical field. His selection is no doubt a testament of his contributions to technical education, industry certifications, leadership of complex power utility grid initiatives and research efforts supporting energy reform in The Bahamas.

An Electrical Engineer by trade and the System Planning and Operations Director at Grand Bahama Power Company, Mr. Lightbourne is committed to developing the nation's technical workforce and empowering future professionals through education.

"It is an honour to share my knowledge in my home country. I strongly believe in giving back and my proudest accomplishment is doing my part to help strengthen the nation's technical abilities," said Mr. Lightbourne.

The BTVI Team - particularly the crew in Grand Bahama - is proud to celebrate this outstanding achievement and thank Mr. Lightbourne for his dedication to advancing technical and vocational education in The Bahamas.

It's recruitment season and our Grand Bahama Branch Campus is busy connecting with future students and lifelong learners!

Recently they visited the Grand Bahama Customs Orientation to share exciting career pathways. The team also welcomed students from Bishop Michael Eldon Primary and Hugh Campbell Primary Schools for an engaging campus tour.

DRUM ROLL!!!!!

Congratulations to BTVI alumna Katushka McIntosh on her nomination for the prestigious Professional Services Bahamas 40 Under 40 Awards!

A 2019 Honours graduate with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Office Administration, Katushka exemplified excellence during her time at BTVI, earning the title of Most Outstanding Student in both 2016 and 2019.

Today, as Executive Office Manager at the Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce, she continues to make an impact through her leadership, professionalism and dedication to the Bahamian business community.

Reflecting on her journey, Katushka said, "The education I received at BTVI laid the direct foundation for my career, opening doors to serve both the business sector and the wider community. My education fuels the impact I’m able to make today."

"Being recognised nationally through these awards underscores that technical and vocational education is a powerful catalyst for excellence and leadership in The Bahamas," she added.

We celebrate this well deserved recognition and are proud to see one of our alum shining on the national stage.

Congratulations, Katushka! Your BTVI family is cheering you on every step of the way.

⭐️Yesterday, BTVI was honoured to welcome the Deputy Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Minister of Education, Science and Technology, The Hon. Chester Cooper to our Main Campus in New Providence.

During a closed meeting, the DPM was apprised of the institutions recent accomplishments, ongoing projects and future goals, followed by a brief tour of a few of our instructional spaces.

The Minister affirmed his commitment to the expansion and strengthening of BTVI as a regional leader in TVET. We look forward to working closely with MOE as we continue to make skills training more accessible and visible in the educational landscape of the Bahamas.