Business View Caribbean | May 2016

64 May 2016 - Business View Caribbean Business View Caribbean - May 2016 65 opment to the wider society and is dedicated to pro- viding the finest training for advancement in the field of technical and vocational education (TECVOC) for its learners/clients. IWED continuously researches, and accesses information and knowledge to ensure that its clients acquire training based on current practices, techniques, and developments. It is registered with the Ministry of Education and is accredited by the Na- tional Council on Technical and Vocational Education and Training. IWED trains: • Employees from institutions on contract with MMS. • Persons seeking placement through the MMS Place- ment Agency. • Individuals already in /entering the hospitality, con- struction and other industries. • Persons seeking employment in the regional/inter- national job market. • Individuals who are interested in their own personal growth and development. IWED’s technical and vocational training programs are designed to: • Provide programs that are planned and delivered through business/ education partnerships. • Provide competency-based courses that are certi- fiable through the National Council on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (NCTVET), City and Guilds or other certifying bodies. • Provide work-related skills training for the employed, those seeking employment, and those who need a base to advance to higher education. • Provide a link between education/ training and the world of work. • Develop a command of practical skills. • Develop the trainee’s ability to function as part of a team. • Provide a background for developing positive work attitudes. The Manpower & Maintenance Services Foundation, Ltd. is the philanthropic arm of MMS. Established in 2003, the Foundation is the embodiment of the orga- nization’s commitment to develop an empowered Ja- maican workforce that will spur national development. It partners with private and public sector entities to develop and implement projects that focus on educa- tion and sports. The Foundation provides support to children and youths to access and fully maximize edu- cational opportunities through the provision of grants, scholarships, and internships. It also aids the transi- tion process of youth into the world of work through its mentorship program, staffed by MMS employees. PREFERRED VENDORS Allied Protection - www.alliedprotectionjm.com Cals Enterprise - cal.1@cwjamaica.com Global Directories Limited (Jamaica Yellow Pages) www.globaldirectories.com