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Erdiston Teachers' Training College

Bridgetown, Barbados • Founded 1948

Updated Oct 2026 · Source: ettc.edu.bb

Overview

English Name: Erdiston Teachers' Training College
Founded: 1948
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
Erdiston Teachers' Training College institutional facilities

Based in Bridgetown, Barbados, Erdiston Teachers' Training College is a public college that traces its founding to 1948. It functions as a higher-education provider.

At Erdiston Teachers' Training College, the institution runs a focused programme catalogue.

Location & Contact

Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Erdiston Teachers' Training College are listed below.

Phone: 1 (246) 535-3247
Email: admin@ettc.edu.bb
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Programs Offered

Search and filter Erdiston Teachers' Training College's available programmes by degree level.

13 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Barbados

Bachelor's Degree 1 programme

Bachelor of Education (Primary Programme)
Education & Teaching · 4 years

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Certificate 7 programmes

Certificate in Developing Teacher Efficacy in the Classroom (ETTC & TCCU)
Education & Teaching

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Certificate in Early Childhood Education, Care and Development
Early Childhood Education · 10 weeks

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Certificate in Exploring Leadership Paradigms, Principles and Practices (ETTC & TCCU)

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In-Service Certificate in Music
Music · 20 weeks

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In-Service Certificate in Physical Education
Physics & Astronomy

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In-Service Certificate in Visual-Arts
Liberal Arts

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Certificate in The Teachers' Introductory Course
Education & Teaching · 4 weeks

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Diploma 5 programmes

Diploma in Technical and Vocational Education
Education & Teaching · 1 year

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Diploma in Technical and Vocational Education (Top-up)
Education & Teaching

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Postgraduate Diploma in Education - Secondary
Education & Teaching

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Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership
Educational Leadership

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Postgraduate Diploma in Special Education
Special Education · 1 year

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Scholarships in Barbados

Funding routes available to students in Barbados are listed below.

Errol Walton Barrow Scholarships
Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training · Government funded · Combined · Covers Living
Full tuition fees paid directly to the university; a direct economy-class ticket to the country of study and a return ticket on completion; and an annual living allowance of BBD $6,300 (USA), BBD $5,880 (Canada) or GBP £7,560 (UK).
Free Tuition for UWI, BCC and ETTC Students
Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training · Government funded · Full Tuition
Standing Government of Barbados policy, reinstated from September 2018, under which tuition fees for Barbadian students in full-time or part-time undergraduate programmes at the University of the West Indies Cave Hill, the Barbados Community College and the Erdiston Teachers' Training College are paid directly by Government rather than billed to the student.
National Development Scholarship
Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training · Government funded · Combined · Covers Living
Full tuition fees paid directly to the host university; a direct economy-class ticket to the country of study and a return ticket on completion; a one-time book allowance of BBD $1,000 and, for cold-climate destinations, a one-time clothing allowance of BBD $736; and an annual living allowance of BBD $6,300 (USA), BBD $5,880 (Canada) or GBP £7,560 (UK).
Scholarships Offered by the Republic of Cuba
Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training · Government funded · Full Tuition
A full scholarship from the Government of the Republic of Cuba for Barbadian students to study Medicine, Health Technology or Stomatology in Cuba; the Ministry's notice states the award is a "full scholarship" without itemising which costs besides tuition are included.
Tertiary Construction Grant
Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training · Government funded · 4,000 BBD per total · Combined
Tuition fees paid directly to the institution plus a cash grant of BBD $4,000 for a one-year programme or BBD $8,000 for a two-year programme, disbursed in two instalments; Barbados Vocational Training Board trainees receive a stipend plus up to BBD $4,000 in additional support.

How to apply to Erdiston Teachers' Training College

A five-step path through the application process at Erdiston Teachers' Training College.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Erdiston Teachers' Training College

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Erdiston Teachers' Training College offers 13 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Each programme at Erdiston Teachers' Training College has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Apply directly via Erdiston Teachers' Training College's online portal at ettc.edu.bb. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. You can reach the institution by email at admin@ettc.edu.bb or by phone at 1 (246) 535-3247. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Erdiston Teachers' Training College

Common questions about Erdiston Teachers' Training College — answers from its published profile.

When did Erdiston Teachers' Training College open?

Erdiston Teachers' Training College traces its founding to 1948 (approximately 78 years ago).

In which city is Erdiston Teachers' Training College?

Erdiston Teachers' Training College is based in Bridgetown, Barbados.

What is Erdiston Teachers' Training College's control type?

It is a public higher-education institution.

What is Erdiston Teachers' Training College's official website?

Erdiston Teachers' Training College's official website is ettc.edu.bb.

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