TCICC OPEN DAY: EXPLORE. ASK. BEGIN YOUR FUTURE

Providenciales/Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands; Thursday, March 26, 2026 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) welcomed prospective students, teachers, and community partners to their immersive Open Day events on Tuesday, March 24 (Providenciales campus), and Thursday, March 26 (Grand Turk campus). The campus‑wide events invited primary school pupils and secondary students from Form Three upwards to explore college life, academic offerings, and career pathways across TCICC’s faculties.

Attendees toured interactive exhibits, met staff and current students, and engaged with industry partners showcasing practical career opportunities. TCICC highlighted programmes across Technical and Vocational Education (T‑VET), Tourism and Hospitality, Business, Natural and Applied Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, Education, and Continuing Education and Microcredentials (CEM).

“Open Day is more than an introduction to courses; it’s an invitation to imagine your future,” said Dr Candice Williams, President and CEO of TCICC. “Be bold in your exploration; ask the hard questions so you are fully aware.” She went on to add that “TCICC is continually evolving and deepening partnerships with industry and community groups so that our graduates are prepared for meaningful careers and civic leadership. ” Dr Williams wanted the youths to be intentional with their lives, their education, and their careers: “The choices you make today will shape the opportunities you claim tomorrow.”

A key feature of this year’s Open Day was active participation from the Turks and Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission (FSC). The FSC exhibited at both campuses to highlight career opportunities in financial services and to explain how regulatory, compliance, and professional roles support national economic resilience.

In Providenciales, Wisland Quashie, Deputy Director of Human Resources, and Sheena Smith Yip, Senior HR Manager, spoke to students and educators about pathways into the FSC, covering internships, recruitment opportunities, and the importance of technical skills, ethical practice, and continuous professional development. In Grand Turk, Dileecia Taylor, Human Resources Officer, and Zonelle Hamilton, Administrative Assistant, spoke to members of the community while representing the FSC.

Kenisha Bacchus, Managing Director (Ag) of the FSC, commended TCICC’s community‑focused approach. “TCICC’s Open Day sends a clear message: education here is practical, accessible, and directly linked to real job prospects,” she said. “By engaging now, young people will be better placed to lead our islands’ future growth. The FSC is committed to working with TCICC to build transparent career pathways in financial services, where curiosity is turned into capability.”

The TCICC Open Day blended academic showcases with career‑focused presentations from private and public sector partners, reinforcing TCICC’s community engagement mission. Industry exhibitors provided hands‑on demonstrations and guidance on internships and apprenticeships, drawing clear connections from classroom learning to employment. Representatives reiterated that TCICC remains ‘your first choice and only choice for higher education in the TCI, underscoring the college’s central role in workforce development.

For more information on programmes, events, and application procedures, visit www.tcicc.edu.tc or contact the admissions office at admissions@tcicc.edu.tc.