2nd Chance Programme
- Is this programme available in my country?
- How long will this programme last?
- What is the difference between CCSLC and CVQ?
- Do I have to complete both the CCSLC and CVQ?
- Where in my country do does the programme take place?
- Can I work while I’m doing the programme?
- Does the programme have day and night classes?
- If I’m not between the ages of 16 and 30, can I still do the programme?
- Will the programme provide job opportunities?
The programme is being rolled out in nine (9) territories namely, Antigua, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago.
The Strengthening Second Chance Education Programme (2nd Chance Programme) is a 3-year development initiative. The programme is being implemented from October 2012 – September 2015. It seeks to build a sustainable infrastructure that will allow at risk groups of all interests and abilities to access programmes that may lead to the development of valuable life skills, training/retraining for the world of work, portable certification, and a continuing education platform for future development.
There are several differences between CCSLC and CVQ, however, the major difference is that the CCSLC is equips you with foundation skills for life-long learning and further development, while the CVQ equips you with industry-approved skills which can be used to earn a living or to further education.
The CCSLC and CVQ are assessment differently. CCSLC is assessment with a combination of in-class exercises, projects, group work, presentations and a multiple choice examination, while CVQ is assessed by demonstration of competence in a particular discipline according to industry standard.
For this programme, you may do either CCSLC or CVQ; you do not have to complete both. You may however use some CVQs to make up the five subjects required for the CCSLC.
A number of Second Chance Institutions (SCIs) have been selected in each of the territories to participate in the 2nd Chance Programme. The list of SCIs participating under this programme are in the section Where To Go on this website.
Yes you may.
Individual SCIs are left to determine the dates and times that are convenient for them to offer the CVQ and CVQ courses. Interested persons are encouraged to visit their respective SCI for more information on dates and times of programme course offerings.
While the 2nd Chance Programme caters to the 16 – 30 year old with special characteristics, the CCCSLC and CVQ Levels 1 and 2 certifications are available for any and every one to pursue
The 2nd Chance Programme affords persons the opportunity at a second chance to acquire the qualifications and certification necessary to access the world of work.
