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May 2021
May 10, 2021
Short course:

Food handler’s certification

Course code: HOS-04/FHCERT
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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May 24, 2021
Short course:

Food and beverage service skills

Course code: HOS-05/F&B
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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June 2021
June 3, 2021
Short course:

Technology in the Classroom

Course code: IT-03/TIC
(Tuesdays & Thursdays)

(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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June 7, 2021
Short course:

Certificate Microsoft Office Applications

Course code: IT-01/MOAT
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)

2 CLASSES PER WEEK
Mondays & Thursdays
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June 7, 2021
Short course:

Safety at work certification

Course code: OH&S-01
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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June 7, 2021
Short course:

Customer service

Course code: HOS-06/CSERV
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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June 14, 2021

School of Nursing application period close

Admission for NIPA's School of Nursing program closes after this date!
June 15, 2021
Short course:

Tiling: floor and wall applications

Course code: CON-03/TL
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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June 17, 2021
Short course:

Computer Basic Literacy Skills

Course code: IT-04/CBLS
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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June 21, 2021
Short course:

Introduction to Hospitality

Course code: HOS-07/INHOS
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
July 2021
July 19, 2021
Short course:

Advanced bartending & Mixology

Course code: HOS-03/ABAR&MIX
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
August 2021
August 2, 2021
Short course:

Safety at work certification

Course code: OH&S-01
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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August 3, 2021
Short course:

Drywall Installation (Partitions)

Course code: CON-01/DWP
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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August 16, 2021
Short course:

Food handler’s certification

Course code: HOS-04/FHCERT
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
August 23, 2021
Short course:

Food and beverage service skills

Course code: HOS-05/F&B
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
September 2021
September 4, 2021
Short course:

Computer Basic Literacy Skills

Course code: IT-04/CBLS
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
September 6, 2021
Short course:

Safety at work certification

Course code: OH&S-01
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
September 6, 2021
Short course:

Customer service

Course code: HOS-06/CSERV
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
September 14, 2021
Short course:

Technology in the Classroom

Course code: IT-03/TIC
(Tuesdays & Thursdays)

(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
September 20, 2021
Short course:

Introduction to Hospitality

Course code: HOS-07/INHOS
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
October 2021
October 4, 2021
Short course:

Computer Repairs & Service Training

Course code: IT-02/CRST
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
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October 4, 2021
Short course:

Safety at work certification

Course code: OH&S-01
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
October 4, 2021
Short course:

Drywall Installation (Ceilings)

Course code: CON-02/DWC
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
October 18, 2021
Short course:

Advanced bartending & Mixology

Course code: HOS-03/ABAR&MIX
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
October 29, 2021
Short course:

Installation and maintenance of AC (split) units

Course code: ENG-01/ IMAC
(Dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
November 2021
November 1, 2021
→ November 5, 2021
Short course:

The Professional Bartender

Course code: HOS-01/PB
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
November 1, 2021
Short course:

Certificate Microsoft Office Applications

Course code: IT-01/MOAT
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)

2 CLASSES PER WEEK
Mondays & Thursdays
More info
November 9, 2021
Short course:

Tiling: floor and wall applications

Course code: CON-03/TL
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
November 15, 2021
Short course:

Food handler’s certification

Course code: HOS-04/FHCERT
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
November 22, 2021
Short course:

Food and beverage service skills

Course code: HOS-05/F&B
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
November 23, 2021
Short course:

Technology in the Classroom

Course code: IT-03/TIC
(Tuesdays & Thursdays)

(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
December 2021
December 13, 2021
Short course:

Customer service

Course code: HOS-06/CSERV
(dates subjected to change based on minimum class intake being fulfilled)
More info
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  1. If you live in St. Maarten / St. Martin, you won't need to leave family and friends while you pursue your studies.
  2. NIPA has a dedicated staff of professionals to guide, support and motivate you throughout your studies.
  3. You will gain technical and vocational skills at an affordable price.
  4. You will receive extensive opportunities for further education and career development.
  5. Your experience will be life-changing.
I love where I work, and NIPA has helped me grow in my job.
Jean Charles Mackenson
working at IGY Marinas,
St. Maarten Apprenticeship

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Building B, Jackal Road #4
Cay Hill, St. Maarten.

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