Discover Your Future with the National Apprenticeship Programme

Are you a young Bahamian ready to kickstart your career? The National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP) offers more than just training — it’s your gateway to a brighter, more secure future. Through hands-on experience and accredited instruction, NAP prepares you for real jobs in real industries, giving you the skills and confidence to succeed.

Is the National Apprenticeship Programme right for you?

We're not just teaching — we're transforming lives:

  • Get hands-on training in high-demand technical trades.
  • Build job-ready skills that employers are looking for.

  • Help strengthen the future workforce of The Bahamas.

  • Graduate with the experience and credentials to launch your career.

#Questions & Answer

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Choose NAP?

We’re not just teaching — we’re transforming lives:

  • Get hands-on training in high-demand technical trades.
  • Build job-ready skills that employers are looking for.
  • Help strengthen the future workforce of The Bahamas.

Graduate with the experience and credentials to launch your career.

What Makes NAP Different?

NAP is built on experience — not just theory. You’ll work side-by-side with skilled professionals, apply your training in real workplaces, and earn while you learn. We put you in the driver’s seat of your own success.

Who Can Apply?

Think you’re ready? If you meet these criteria, we want to hear from you:

  • Ages 18–25
  • Available for six weeks of pre-apprenticeship training
  • A citizen of The Bahamas
How the Programme Works

Step 1: Pre-Apprenticeship Training
Start with six weeks of paid, industry-specific training. You’ll gain the basics to hit the ground running in your chosen field.

Step 2: One-Year Apprenticeship
After training, you’ll be placed with an employer for a year of real-world, on-the-job learning. You’ll earn minimum wage while building a career foundation.

The 80-20 Rule

Your apprenticeship follows a balanced model:

  • 80% on-the-job experience
  • 20% structured learning — either online, in class, or on-site

This ensures you’re always growing while staying engaged in meaningful work.

Where You'll Train

NAP offers flexible training options, including:

  • At your place of employment
  • On campus at a local college or university
  • Through accessible online platforms
Ready to Apply?

Ready to Apply?

It’s easy to get started:

  1. Go to MyGateway.gov.bs
  2. Sign in or create your account
  3. Click on the “Ministry of Labour” tab and select “National Apprenticeship Programme
  4. Fill out the form and upload your documents

Your Future Starts Now
Ready to Apply?

Whether you want to build with your hands, serve your community, or explore a growing industry, NAP helps you take the leap with confidence.

Don’t wait for opportunity — create it. Apply now and take the first step toward a career you’ll be proud of.

It’s easy to get started:

Sign in or create your account

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Click on the “Ministry of Labour” tab and select “National Apprenticeship Programme

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Fill out the form and upload your documents

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