Workforce Development & Continuing Education

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT (EVENING CLASSES FOR THE LABOUR FORCE)

Renowned for its dedication to workforce development, the Montego Bay Community College promotes a culture of lifelong learning and professional advancement among its students. With the aim to provide individuals with the knowledge as well as the skills required to succeed in the ever-changing job market of today, the Workforce Development and Continuing Education Division was established. Through professional certification programs, continuing education courses, or vocational training, Montego Bay Community College enables students to reach their full potential, grow in their jobs, and make significant contributions to the socioeconomic advancement of Jamaica and beyond.

 

Associate Degree Requirements

5 OR MORE CSEC SUBJECTS

  • You may enter the program with 5 subjects including English and Math, and 3 others. If you do not have Math, you are allowed to take Foundation Concept Math 1 and 2 in the first 2 semesters. If you do not have English, you are allowed to take Foundations in English 1 and 2 in the first 2 semesters.
  • Alternatives to Math and English (City & Guilds, College courses Foundation Concept Math 1 and 2, Foundations in English 1 & 2)

No CSEC, CXC, GCE?  MATURE ENTRY

  • Applicants may be assessed for entry using the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
  • Minimum of 2 CSEC subjects or equivalent needed
  • Must be over the age of twenty-five (25), with a minimum five (5) years work experience
  • Portfolio documenting work experience, and professional development courses, awards, voluntary service, goals and objectives
  • NVQJ level 3 and level 4 qualifications may also be assessed for entry
  • Individual applications for mature entry are assessed on a case-by-case basis through the CCCJ