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H. Lavity Stoutt Community College

Let’s Build VI 

National Scholarship Programme

Let’s Build VI is a national scholarship initiative providing fully funded, industry-recognised training in three high-demand sectors: Marine, Construction Trades, and Hospitality.  

Designed specifically for unskilled or underemployed Virgin Islanders, the programme equips participants with the qualifications, confidence, and practical experience needed to enter well-paying, essential careers.  

Complete Scholarship Application Form

Programme Pathways

Marine Pathway 

Marine Professional Training (MPT) Level 1 Programme

Chart the skills that shape our seas.  


Choose the Marine Pathway to build the essential skills required for entry‑level roles in the marine industry. This pathway introduces you to HLSCC’s flagship Marine Professional Training (MPT) Level 1 programme, helping you develop core competencies in safety, seamanship, navigation, and service excellence. Selecting this pathway allows you to strengthen the foundational abilities needed to progress confidently within the Territory’s thriving marine and yachting sector  


 Programme Highlights: 

  • STCW Basic Safety Training (BST) 
  • RYA Essential Navigation & Seamanship 
  • ABYC Fundamentals of Marine Service Technology 
  • Swimming & Sea Safety 
  • Customer Service for Maritime Industry 
  • ASA Basic Keelboat Sailing 

This pathway blends hands-on experience with technical training to make participants work-ready for the marine and yachting industries.  


Value: $5,990 in tuition and fees.

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Construction Pathway

Construction Trades Training Programme (NCCER Core)

Build the skills that build a nation. 

 

Choose the Construction Pathway to establish a solid foundation in key trade skills aligned with the NCCER Core Curriculum. This route develops your understanding of safety, tools, construction math, drawings, and employability skills, preparing you to advance into specialised trades such as electrical, carpentry, or plumbing. Selecting this pathway positions you to build the technical base needed for long‑term growth in essential, high‑demand construction careers. 


Programme Highlights: 

  • NCCER Core Curriculum, covering 
    • Basic Safety 
    • Construction Math 
    • Hand and Power Tools 
    • Construction Drawings 
    • Employability Skills 

This pathway is designed to produce competent, safety-conscious, and industry-ready professionals who can contribute to national infrastructure development.  


Value: $5,990 in tuition and fees.

Note: The specialisations are determined by demand.

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Hospitality Pathway

Les Roches Maître D Programme (Online)

Deliver the service that elevates our islands.

 

Choose the Hospitality Pathway to strengthen the service and professional skills required for the global hospitality sector. Through the internationally recognised Les Roches Maître D Programme, this pathway builds your foundational abilities in fine dining service, beverage knowledge, guest experience, and professional communication. Selecting this pathway equips you with the core competencies needed to excel in hotels, restaurants, resorts, and the broader tourism industry that supports the Virgin Islands.


Programme Highlights:

  • World of Beverages 
  • Bar Service 
  • Fine Dining Service 
  • Terroir Influences and Celebrating Cuisines 
  • Managing Conflict

This certificate-granting pathway is designed to equip participants with the skills and confidence to excel in restaurants, resorts/hotels, and the broader tourism sector, supporting the Virgin Islands’ position as a premier destination.   


Value: $3,250 in tuition and fees. 

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Frequently Asked Questions, Answered.

Why Choose Let’s Build VI? 

Participant Benefits

  • Fully funded tuition and certification 
  • Hands‑on learning
  • Industry‑recognised credentials 
  • Employment and advancement pathways

Whether you are starting your career or transitioning into a new field, Let’s Build VI provides the training, support, and the opportunities needed to succeed. 

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

  • Be a BVIslander or Belonger 
  • Have a high school diploma, GED, or demonstrate literacy/numeracy readiness 
  • Be 17 years or older (applicants under 18 require parent/guardian consent) 

Required Documents

Applicants must submit: 

  • Two (2) character or personal references

  • A brief personal statement

  • A completed scholarship application form (uploaded, emailed or submitted in person)

Submission Instructions

Submit applications by: 29 April 2026, 5:00 PM

  1. Online Submission Submit directly via this link   
  2. Email Submission Send a PDF of your completed application and supporting documents to:  letsbuildvi@hlscc.edu.vg  
  3. In-Person Submission Deliver a folder printed copy of your application and supporting documents to: HLSCC Admissions Office Administration Building Paraquita Bay Main Campus, Tortola

Applicants selected for further review will be invited to interview with the Special Select Committee.