August 19th – 23rd 2024, BAASeC and UWI Sagicor Cave Hill School of Business jointly hosted a week long experience to introduce students to the aviation industry entitled: “TAKING TO THE SKIES: AN INTRODUCTION TO AVIATION FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS”.
The immersive and comprehensive experience introduced school leavers and those on the cusp of leaving school (ages 14-17) to the exciting world of aviation. It featured a series of talks from industry professionals, tours and interactive activities. Primary focus was on stimulating the budding interest of aspiring aviation professionals and exposing them to a wide cross section of career options available in the aviation industry.
Key objectives included:
- Introducing students with interest in aviation to the industry and its socio-economic importance.
- Educating students on the diverse range of careers available.
- Providing first hand exposure to aviation environments through field trips.
- Equipping students with essential personal and professional development skills to succeed in the world of work.
| Topic | Objectives |
| Monday August 19th 2024 | |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | BREAKFAST |
| 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Opening and Introductions |
| 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Student introductions and icebreaker |
| 10:00 AM – 10:40 AM | Overview of the aviation industry |
| 10:40 AM – 11:20 AM | Importance of aviation to Barbados and the Caribbean |
| 12.20 PM – 1:30 PM | LUNCH |
| 1:30 PM – 2:10 PM | Taking charge of your future: Airline career paths |
| 2:10 PM – 2:50 PM | Taking charge of your future: Ground Handling career paths |
| 2:50 PM – 3:00 PM | Daily recap and factsheet |
| Topic | Objectives |
| Tuesday August 20th 2024 | |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | BREAKFAST |
| 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Group discussion: Key takeaways from the previous day |
| 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM | Field trip sector overview |
| 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Field Trip – Flight Training Institute |
| 12.30 PM – 1:30 PM | LUNCH |
| 1:30 PM – 2:10 PM | Taking charge of your future: Airport career paths |
| 2:10 PM – 2:50 PM | Taking charge of your future: Development of major aviation careers over the years |
| 2:50 PM– 3:00 PM | Daily recap and factsheet |
Wednesday August 21st 2024
| Topic | Objectives |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | BREAKFAST |
| 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Group discussion: Key takeaways from the previous day |
| 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM | Field trip sector overview |
| 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Field Trip to Regional Security System |
| 12.30 PM – 1:30 PM | LUNCH |
| 1:30 PM – 2:10 PM | Taking charge of your future: Career paths in the Civil Aviation Authority |
| 2:10 PM – 2:50 PM | Taking charge of your future: Aviation maintenance career paths |
| 2:50 PM– 3:00 PM | Daily recap and factsheet |
Thursday August 22nd 2024
| Topic | Objectives |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | BREAKFAST |
| 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Group discussion: Key takeaways from the previous day |
| 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM | Field trip sector overview |
| 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Field Trip to the Airport |
| 12.30 PM – 1:30 PM | LUNCH |
| 1:30 PM – 2:10 PM | Essential skills and personal development |
| 2:10 PM – 2:50 PM | Resume/ cover letter and interview tips |
| 2:50 PM– 3:00 PM | Daily recap and factsheet |
Friday August 23rd 2024
| Topic | Objectives |
| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | BREAKFAST |
| 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Group discussion: Key takeaways from the previous day |
| 9:15 AM – 9:30 AM | Field trip sector overview |
| 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Field Trip to the Airport |
| 12.30 PM – 1:30 PM | LUNCH |
| 1:30 PM – 2:10 PM | Experience Recap |
| 2:10 PM – 2:50 PM | Presentation of certificates |
| 2:50 PM– 3:00 PM | Daily recap and factsheet |
HEAR FROM PAST STUDENTS
HEAR FROM PAST STUDENTS
“This summer school has been life changing and eye opening. It also open my eyes to explore aviation to the fullest extent because it gave me an idea of what I want to do with my life and the career choice I am going to choose and this workshop educated me on aviation and the other aspects of it. Also aviation has some very nice people and they really inspired me on thinking further into aviation”
–
Zacorey (16)
“This program has enlightened me to the vast opportunities of the aviation industry. As I proceed in life, I know that I am not limited to becoming a Pilot, but other career choices as well…. aviation is not just about flying but also about the people who work everyday to make flight possible.”
–
Xavier (16)
