Raphael O. Wheatley Skill Center

27/05/2026

New Episode Today! Tune In!

19/05/2026

Check Out Our Pinning Ceremony For Raphael O. Wheatley Skill Center

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02/02/2026

If you missed it, here's a brand new opportunity for anyone who is looking to hire qualified professionals for everything from electrical to vehicle repair. We are proud to partner with Cari App to share these services with you.

21/01/2026

Good Day,

We are exited to announce our partnership with CARI App where you can hire qualified trained personal for many different jobs right here in the Virgin Islands. Check out the document and stay tuned for more information!

30/09/2025

Good Day Students! Please Take Note Of This Announcement!

18/09/2025

Update From The Department Of Education

09/09/2025

Don't miss the Governor's 2025 Workforce Development Summit on St. Thomas!

This is your chance to get ready for college and your career with a day of inspiring sessions on:

Building a bold vision for your future

Mastering soft skills and first impressions

Exploring careers in STEM/STEAM and technology

Apprenticeships, internships, and "earn while you learn" opportunities

Balancing mental wellness and social media

Join local leaders, industry professionals, and educators to get the tools and inspiration you need to dream big and take action.

When: Thursday, October 2, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Caribbean Cinemas

Talk to your school's administration or teachers about participating, and make sure they RSVP by Friday, September 19.

02/09/2025

Hello! Make sure to put this on your calendar! The VI's First Technical College is coming very soon!

10/08/2025

Update! Orientation is Tomorrow. Read this for all the information you will need.

RAPHAEL O. WHEATLEY SKILL CENTER (ROWSC)
Virtual Orientation & Testing Schedule – Fall 2025

VIRTUAL ORIENTATION FOR NEW & RETURNING STUDENTS
All students are required to attend a virtual orientation session.
Brief Overview with Dr. Mario Francis

Program-Specific Orientation facilitated by each instructor, guided by the Student Handbook

Orientation Schedule:

Monday, August 11, 2025
· 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Day Students)
Cosmotology, Hair braiding, Medical Administrative Assistant, Phlebotomy, Clinical Medical Assistant, Auto body and Auto mechanic
Topic: ROWSC Day Students Orientation
Time: Aug 11, 2025 02:00 PM La Paz
Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89059709833?pwd=p1GpJtuESooJAVrY8jLxbX30pe5rzv.1

Meeting ID: 890 5970 9833
Passcode: D7RYU0

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Auto mechanic, Barbering, Carpentry, Computer, Cosmetology, Esthetician, Hair braiding, HVAC, Nail Technician
Topic: ROWSC Evening Students Orientation
Time: Aug 11, 2025 06:00 PM La Paz
Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82781689470?pwd=eCBuqLVvJYwmz2MYESPpca3NqQ0G2Z.1

Meeting ID: 827 8168 9470
Passcode: 3W4rNP

7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Phlebotomy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrical Technician, Culinary, Emergency Medical Technician, Massage Therapy, Plumbing
Topic: ROWSC Evening Students 2nd Orientation

Aug 11, 2025 07:30 PM La Paz
Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87101107709?pwd=TV2ev9MT3Fke2WESxHdVqnTjtfkoeA.1

Meeting ID: 871 0110 7709
Passcode: 8y2DuJ

New Student Testing Schedule – August 2025

The Reading Comprehension, Math Computation, and Social Emotional Self-Assessment Test will be administered next week for new students only in the following programs.

Tuesday, August 12 – 10:00 AM
New Students – Day Class Only
Cosmetology
Hairbraiding
Medical Administrative Assistant
Phlebotomy
Clinical Medical Assistant
Auto Body
Auto Mechanic
Electrical Vehicle

Tuesday, August 12 – 6:00 PM
New Students Only
Cosmetology
Hairbraiding
Phlebotomy
Clinical Medical Assistant
Auto Mechanic
Wednesday, August 13 – 6:00 PM

Electrical Technician
Medical Massage
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVAC/R)
Clinical Nursing Assistant
Nail Technician

Thursday, August 14 – 6:00 PM
Plumbing
Carpentry
Barbering
Computer
Culinary

Please arrive on time

Monday, August 18, 2025
Instructions Commences
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact our main office or call 340-774-0100 ext. 8600 & 8601

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08/08/2025

Orientation is this coming Monday. Here's the information you need for the new school year!

VIRTUAL ORIENTATION FOR NEW & RETURNING STUDENTS
All students are required to attend a virtual orientation session.
Brief Overview with Dr. Mario Francis
Program-Specific Orientation facilitated by each instructor, guided by the Student Handbook

Orientation Schedule:
Monday, August 11, 2025
· 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Day Students)
Cosmotology, Hair braiding, Medical Administrative Assistant, Phlebotomy, Clinical Medical Assistant, Auto body and Auto mechanic

Topic: ROWSC Day Students Orientation
Time: Aug 11, 2025 02:00 PM La Paz
Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89059709833?pwd=p1GpJtuESooJAVrY8jLxbX30pe5rzv.1

Meeting ID: 890 5970 9833
Passcode: D7RYU0

· 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Auto mechanic, Barbering, Carpentry, Computer, Cosmetology, Esthetician, Hair braiding, HVAC, Nail Technician
Topic: ROWSC Evening Students Orientation
Time: Aug 11, 2025 06:00 PM La Paz
Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82781689470?pwd=eCBuqLVvJYwmz2MYESPpca3NqQ0G2Z.1

Meeting ID: 827 816

· 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Phlebotomy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrical Technician, Culinary, Emergency Medical Technician, Massage Therapy, Plumbing
Topic: ROWSC Evening Students 2nd Orientation

: Aug 11, 2025 07:30 PM La Paz
Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87101107709?pwd=TV2ev9MT3Fke2WESxHdVqnTjtfkoeA.1

Meeting ID: 871 0110 7709
Passcode: 8y2DuJ



ON-CAMPUS TESTING FOR NEW STUDENTS
All new students must complete Pre-entry assessments prior to the start of classes. Reading Comprehension, Math Computation & Social Emotional Self-Assessment
Testing Schedule:

Tuesday, August 12, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Day Students)
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Cosmetology, Hair braiding, Medical Administrative Assistant, Phlebotomy, Clinical Medical Assistant, Auto body and Auto mechanic
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Phlebotomy, Medical Administrative Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Electrical Technician, Culinary, Plumbing
Thursday, August 14, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
FINAL ONE-ON-ONE Reading Comprehension Assessment WITH INSTRUCTORS


Monday, August 18, 2025
Instructions Commences
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact our main office or call 340-774-0100 ext. 8600 & 8601

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