The HEART/NSTA Trust will be enhancing the quality of training and certification it offers, with a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Reading/Research, Arts and Mathematics (STREAM).

This is outlined in the 2026/27 Public Bodies Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure, tabled recently in the House of Representatives by Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams.

HEART will also expand its support for youth at risk through targeted interventions such as the Learning and Investment for Transformation (LIFT) Programme.

In addition, the Trust will strengthen the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) ecosystem by implementing strategies designed to increase both reach and participation across its programmes.

“Targets under these priority areas will be achieved through the enrolment of 108,342 trainees in various programmes, with 41,070 obtaining certification within the 2026/27 financial year. Training will be delivered across HEART’s network of institutions, in partnerships with over 75 community training locations, enterprise and work-based training interventions and adult education sites,” the document stated.

In addition, HEART will continue to provide funding support for programmes administered by the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information.

The budgeted allocation of $400 million will provide critical support for the College Credits initiative under the Sixth Form Pathways Programme, facilitate the integration of TVET in schools, and advance other STREAM-focused initiatives.