“Make the most of the opportunity” – CEO to 69 persons seeking skills training

…as BIT launches training programmes in Region 10

Region 10 (Upper-Demerara Upper-Berbice) will soon see 69 skilled persons entering the workforce in various sectors. This is a result of free training programmes being offered to residents as the Board of Industrial Training (BIT) launches the first cohort of training programmes in the region for 2024.
Delivering remarks at the opening ceremony for the programme, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Board of Industrial Training Richard Maughn, told participants that the launch of the programmes were made possible through government’s investment in the human resource capital of the region, and the country at large. He therefore urged them to make the most of the opportunity.

“You have to be persistent. Training and the development of skills take time and effort. You will have challenges, but don’t give up. Do not give in easily. Face the challenges, be persistent, and you will complete the courses successfully. Be curious. Do not be satisfied with the bare information received from your instructors, but seek to know more,” he posited.
He further told to participants that it is important to work as a team in the practical world rather than being isolated. He encouraged them to learn how to work and learn from each other.

“It is very important that you understand that in the practical world, you do not work in isolation, therefore, as trainees, you have to learn to work with each other. You should encourage each other to finish collectively. You start as a team, you finish as a team, and you graduate as a team.” He stressed.
Also delivering remarks was Chief Recruitment and Manpower Officer (CRMO) of the Labour Ministry, Yolanda Grant encouraged the trainees to harness the opportunities lying before them to shape better futures and career paths for themselves.
“Whether your aspirations lie in employment, within established enterprises, or embarking on entrepreneurial journeys of your own, this programme is designed to be the catalyst for your success,” she stated.
She highlighted that the trainees are receiving cost-free training at a time when Guyana’s economic landscape is morphing at an accelerated pace, and noted that this is due to the government’s major push for investment in educational initiatives for its citizens. This, Ms. Grant pointed out, is not only to provide citizens with marketable skills, but also to foster a culture of self-reliance and innovation.
The launch, which saw the registration of 36 women and 33 men, was done via a ceremony held at the Linden Technical Institute (LTI), Linden, Region Ten (Upper-Demerara Upper-Berbice).
These programmes, which spans from four to six months, will equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their chosen fields. The launch ceremony saw the registration of 35 Heavy Duty Equipment Operation (HDEO) trainees; 14 Commercial Food Preparation trainees; 10 Electrical Installation trainees, and 10 A/C (Air Conditioner) servicing and repairs trainees.