BTVI signs agreement with LJM Maritime Academy

Wed, Jul 27th 2016, 01:50 PM


From left are Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) Dean of Construction Trades & Workforce Development, Alexander Darville; President of LJL Maritime Academy, Dr. Brendamae Cleare; BTVI President Dr. Robert W. Robertson; BTVI's Associate Vice President of Fund Development, Alicia Thompson and LJL Maritime's Librarian Willamae Johnson. (Photo: BTVI)

In a world where the view of technical education is shifting, the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institution (BTVI) and LJM Maritime Academy (LJMMA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for further training and skill development of their students and faculty.

LJMMA is a Bahamian maritime training institution which offers internationally recognized certifications in the maritime field and preparation for long-term job placement on international vessels and shore-based enterprises. BTVI is the premier technical and vocational institution in The Bahamas.

The MoU that was signed by BTVI President Dr. Robert W. Robertson, and President of LJMMA, Dr. Brendamae Cleare, took effect on July 13.

The move aims at cooperation in areas such as academics, funding and research. It also promotes exchange among faculty and students.

This MoU will remain operational for an initial five-year period with renewal possibilities every three years thereafter, and will see cooperation in other areas such as sharing of facilities.

BTVI's Dean of Construction Trades and Workforce Development Alexander Darville said partnership gives students an opportunity for employment.

"They can tap into the maritime industry [and] it broadens BTVI's offerings. Because of this MoU we can now offer maritime related courses," said Darville.

Dr. Cleare said the significance is about the youth of The Bahamas and educating them. She said by "marrying" the institutions they were able to give them greater job opportunities aboard vessels."

This collaboration coincides with BTVI's mission to provide learning opportunities that enable individuals to be globally competitive and economically independent.

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