Bermudian students are being offered scholarships by Pittsburgh Technical Institute thanks to a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Workforce Development.

A $5,000 scholarship is being offered for all students pursuing a 12-month certificate programme and a $10,000 scholarship to those pursuing an associate degree in any one of the disciplines offered at the college.

PTI is accredited through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, offering academic programmes that prepare students for careers by delivering employer-directed curriculum.

It will provide education and training for Bermudian students. Instructors will also offer short technical training sessions in Bermuda. And Bermudian senior high school students will be able to participate in familiarisation visits to PTI.

Pandora Glasford, training manager at the Department of Workforce Development, said in a statement: “The National Apprenticeship System is a vital component of the Island’s workforce development strategy.

“A need for training in the following areas of occupation has been identified: air conditioning technology, auto collision repair, automotive technology, carpentry, marine mechanics, electrical technology, construction, electronics, and plumbing technology.”