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BOOST YOUR SKILLS! ABHTA MAINTENANCE & SUPERVISORY COURSES NOW OPEN!
Thursday 21st August 2025

The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) is excited to invite our members to participate in the final courses of our 2025 Professional Learning Series.

Our upcoming certification courses include:

   8-Week Maintenance Course: Electrics & Basics Maintenance 
   6-Week Supervisory/Management Development Course

These programs are designed to equip both rising talent and seasoned professionals with practical skills for personal growth and company success.

Level Up Your Skills with Our 8-Week Maintenance Course!

Are you ready to boost your expertise in maintenance? The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association is excited to announce the return of our 8-Week Maintenance Course: Electrics & Basic Maintenance.

This highly practical course is led by Mr. Kim Burdon, an aircraft maintenance engineer with over 35 years of experience in aviation and facility management, including wiring, equipment maintenance, and renovations.

What You will Learn:

   Basic Electricity & Magnetism
   Motor Theory (Basics)
   Wiring & Circuit Controls 
   Refrigeration Basics 
   And so much more!

Course Details:

   Date: September 22nd – November 13th (Mondays & Thursdays)
   Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
   Venue: Sandals Merrick Fray Training & Development Centre
   Cost: Only EC$700

Take this opportunity to learn the essential tools and techniques for effective maintenance.

Secure your spot today by submitting your registration form and payment on or before Friday, 19th September 2025 to the ABHTA.

For more information, please contact the ABHTA Office at 462-0374 / 4928.

Register Here

Get Ready to Take Your Team to the Next Level!

The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) is back with our game-changing 6-week Supervisory Management Development Course, this is your chance to supercharge your skills!

Supervisors and Managers are the heartbeat of any organization, they connect teams, drive results, and make things happen. This course is designed to help you lead with confidence, inspire your team, and excel in today’s fast-paced tourism industry.

Learn from Ms. Shirlene Nibbs, a tourism and hospitality training expert with over 30 years of experience, and gain practical tools you can use immediately to elevate your team’s performance.

What you will learn:

   Leadership 
   Communication
   Managing Relationships 
   Personal Development 
   Performance Management
   And so much more!

Course Details:

   Date: September 25th – October 30th (Thursdays Only)
   Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
   Venue: Virtual via Zoom
   Cost: Only EC$650

Do not miss this chance to unlock your leadership potential and drive your team to new heights!

Secure your spot today by submitting your registration form and payment on or before Friday, 19th September 2025 to the ABHTA.
For more information please contact the ABHTA Office at 462-0374/4928.

Register Here

Register Now – Spots Are Filling Up Fast!

The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) invites you to take part in our Hospitality Job Fair:

Date: Friday, September 26th, 2025
Location: Multipurpose Cultural Centre
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

This exclusive event is set to welcome hundreds of eager job seekers ready to network, showcase their skills, and connect with our member companies across the hospitality sector.


What We Need From You Now
We kindly ask each member company to:
✅ Register your two representatives who will attend the Job Fair and conduct interviews with potential candidates. If a third representative is needed, registration is available.
✅ Submit your list of available job openings that you intend to feature at the event.
✅ Select your lunch preference from the options Chicken, Fish or Vegan (Lunch is optional; cost applies. Cost of lunch will be shared in the coming weeks)

What is Included in Registration?
Registration is FREE for ABHTA Members and includes:

   Booth Space
   Table
   Chairs
   Table Covering
   Table tent card with your company name
   Power Access

More details on logistics, setup, lunch, and event flow will be shared in the coming weeks.

We look forward to your participation in making this event a great success for our industry!

For more information please contact the ABHTA Office via email at abhta@antiguahotels.org  or call 462-0374/4928.

Register Here 


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