Higher Education
Education is so important to us here! Universal post-secondary education is available with most people attending Dominica State College or other private academic institutions right after high school.
Students can pursue academic or technical degrees and certifications that lead to university or employment in trades.
ALL SAINTS UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Consistently ranked highly for primary care medical programs, All Saints University School of Medicine offers small class sizes, affordability and opportunities for hands-on learning. In addition to their MD program, the university offers a 3 and 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. They also have a 5-year MD program for recent high school graduates.
DOMINICA STATE COLLEGE
Dominica State College is a catalyst for future careers in Teaching, Medicine, Law, Agriculture, Hospitality Studies, Management, Arts, Health, Social and Natural Sciences, Engineering and General Studies. The Dominica State College aims to strive beyond quality and excellence as its motto states. In order to achieve its purpose, students must be able to work collaboratively in an atmosphere, which is conducive to freedom of thought and expression, respect of the rights of others and the acceptance of continued authority.
BUSINESS TRAINING COLLEGE
The Business Training Center (BTC) adopts a future-focused approach to the allocation of resources to facilitate the development of high-quality, industry-aligned higher education programs, applied research initiatives and profitable commercial enterprises in priority areas for national development. Affiliated with Professional Bodies such as Prometric Testing Center, University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate, London Chamber of Commerce & Industry Examination Board among others and offering courses such as International Trade and Business, Logistics Materials & Supply Chain and Project Leadership & Management, BTC is striving to position itself at the forefront of the national tertiary education in Dominica.
LEAD INSTITUTE
Lead Institute is a privately owned school catering for the educational and career development needs of both traditional and non-traditional students in Dominica.
With the mission to provide an environment of educational excellence that gives an opportunity to learn, acquire new skills and enhance leadership ability through quality programmes, state-of-the-art facilities and mentorship, Lead Institute offers CAPE Associates Degrees which are Internationally Accredited with Universities around the world and offers scholarship opportunities for pursuing a degree with the Midwestern State University in the US.
ST. NICHOLAS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
The only university in the Caribbean specializing exclusively in veterinary studies. University offers affordability and high-quality education in small classes, giving lots of personal attention to each student. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) title received after four or five-year program, gives graduates various career choices within the veterinary field. At the core of the institution are experienced veterinarians and doctors with international expertise. A perfect choice for veterinary studies not only for local, but also regional and students from abroad.
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