Who can apply
- Jamaican residents, generally from age 17 upward
- Entry requirements vary by programme and level
- Some programmes require passes in specific CSEC subjects, others have no academic prerequisite
What to bring
- Valid government-issued photo identification
- Tax Registration Number (TRN)
- Birth certificate
- Academic certificates where the programme requires them
- Passport-sized photographs
How to apply
- 1Browse available courses on the HEART/NSTA website or ask the office for current offerings
- 2Apply online or at a HEART/NSTA centre
- 3Attend the assessment or interview if the programme requires one
- 4Accept your placement and confirm your start date
HEART/NSTA offers certification across construction, hospitality, information technology, cosmetology, agriculture, business administration and other fields. Programmes run at different levels, from short courses to full vocational qualifications.
Intake dates vary by course, so check current openings rather than assuming applications are open year-round.
Good to know
Administered by
HEART/NSTA Trust
How this office helps
The office can advise on which programmes are running locally, and help residents without home internet access complete an online application.