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 Get help on the following Online Application topics

General Questions

How do I enter my name if it contains a special character? 

In the Windows Search Bar type “Character Map”, select the character, copy and paste where it is required. 

I do not have a middle name, what should I do?

You should just press the space bar. 

I do not know my postal code, what should I enter?

You can enter five (5) zeros.

I do not have one of the required telephone numbers, what should I enter?

Re-enter the same telephone number for all the fields.

As an overseas applicant, how do I enter my telephone number?

Using the format given, just enter all zeros. (000)-000-0000

What format should be used for the documents to be uploaded?

You should use PDF, a photo or word document.

How do I upload the documents?

In the Supporting Documents section, Click on “UPLOAD DOCUMENT” icon and proceed.

What do I do if I can no longer access my application? 

Click on forgot password. 


Where can I find the application number?  

Should I receive a confirmation email? 

Yes. You should receive a confirmation email within one (1) Business day of submitting your application.

What if I don't get a confirmation email?

If one (1) business day has passed you should receive a confirmation email 


BCC_admissions@hedu.edu.bbSJPI_admissions@hedu.edu.bb or ETTC_admissions@hedu.edu.bb 

Please do not send any emails to these addresses they are not monitored.


How many applications can I submit per year?

Only one application per institution can be submitted by an applicant.

Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology

How many applications can I submit per year?

ONLY one full-time application of ONE choice can be submitted by an applicant.

Where do I add a 2nd choice to my application?

ONLY one full-time application of ONE choice can be submitted by an applicant.

How and When will I be notified if I am successful?


When the application process is completed by June 30, 2024, the SJPI Student Services Division will notify you via the email address submitted on the application form.

After submitting the application form, what happens next?

If you are required to take the SJPI’s Entrance Examination, you will be notified of the examination date to the email address submitted on the application. Persons with Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate <CSEC> Passes, Grade 1 -111 in Mathematics and/or English are exempted from the Entrance Examination for which they have the CSEC certificate.

When do the classes start?

The academic year would normally commence in August 

Does SJPI start in September with the government primary and secondary schools?

No, SJPI 2024-2025 Academic Year for example will begin on August 26, 2024


If accepted, can the full-time registration fees be paid in installments?

Unfortunately, the SJPI does not accept payments in installments for Full-time registration fees.

How old must I be to attend SJPI? 

Applicants MUST be at least 16 years old by August 31, of the applied year.

Applicants to the Certificate in Nursing Auxiliary Studies MUST be at least 18 years old by August 31, of the applied year.

If I want to change my application programme, what do I need to do? 

After submitting the application, you will NOT be able to make any changes to the information online.  



Is there an application fee?

Early applications are free (Before March 31).

When is the application deadline?

The closing date for early applications is Sunday, March 31, 2024.

I missed the early deadline, how do I submit a late application?

The closing date for late applications is Tuesday, April 30, 2024

 Late applications will only be received for the undersubscribed programmes. 

There is a non-refundable late application fee of $40.00 and this MUST be paid to the SJPI Cashier before completing the application at the SJPI. 

Do I have to posses CXC passes in Mathematics and English to be accepted to SJPI?

Full-time applicants who do not possess a Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) in English and Mathematics, will be required to sit the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI) Entrance Examination in English and Mathematics (multiple choice).  

The Examination will be conducted online and be held during the period May 07 – 10, 2024.

As a non-national, what documents do I need to support my application?

Applicants who were born outside of Barbados are required to submit original documentation containing their immigration status along with copies to the Student Services Department one week after the application is submitted online or with the application form.


Applications will not be accepted or processed without the required documentation.


Can I be exempted from the SJPI Entrance Exam if I have the City & Guilds or CXC (CSEC)English and Mathematics?

Applicants with the full City & Guilds English Language and or full Mathematics certificate will be exempted from the SJPI Entrance Examination

Is the programme registration fee for 1 semester or 1 academic year?

The Registration Fee is for one (1) academic year or two (2) semesters.

Barbados Community College

Can I use any Apple device to complete an application?

It is not recommended but you would have to install Google Chrome to do this. 

If I attended an overseas school, how can it be entered?

Select “Foreign” under the section “Schools Attended” and enter your information.

What do I do if I have no qualifications?

Just click “NEXT” and continue filling out the rest of the application.

How do I know my application was successfully submitted?

You would receive an automated email response within one (1) Business day after submission of the application.

 Higher Education Development Unit

Please get in touch with your institution with any further inquiries

Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology 

Tel: 535-2200

Barbados Community College 

Tel: 426-2858