The second batch of carpenters and woodcraftsmen who successfully completed the JAT Pintharoo Shilpee Abhiman program, received the National Vocational Qualification (NVQ).
JAT Holdings PLC conducted this program in partnership with the National Apprentice and Industrial Training Authority (NAITA).
The program, launched in 2021 is designed to enhance industry standards and empower individual woodcraftsmen who demonstrate exceptional skill, but have not had the opportunity to pursue formal certification. The convocation ceremony was held at the JAT Holdings auditorium. The ceremony witnessed the graduation of 113 woodcraftsmen, who received NVQ Level 3 Certification from NAITA, in Wood Craftsmanship (Furniture Finishing).
With the second convocation now complete, JAT Pintharoo Shilpee Abhiman has provided NVQ Level 3 certification to over 250 people.
Keynote addresses were delivered by Chairman of the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission, Dr Udena Wickramasinghe, Vice Chairman of NAITA, H.S. Harischandra and Director Sales and Technical at JAT Holdings, Wasantha Gunaratne. Chairman of NAITA, W. Ruchika Amerasekara and Founder and Managing Director of JAT Holdings, Aelian Gunawardana were also present. Chief guest, S.H. Harischandra said, “By providing uncertified skilled individuals with the opportunity to obtain official recognition and certification, we are not only elevating their career prospects but also enhancing the overall status of the industry.”