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A message from our Commissioner: Guiding the Future of Tertiary Education

At JTEC, we are committed to fostering a dynamic, high-quality, and accessible tertiary education system that empowers individuals, strengthens institutions, and drives national development.

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Commissioner, Jamaica Tertiary Education Commission (J-TEC), Dr. Dameon Black.

J-TEC Focussed On Internationalisation Of Tertiary Education Sector

Minister of State in the Ministry of Education and Youth, Hon. Marsha Smith (centre), presents the Jamaica Tertiary Education Commission (J-TEC) Certificate of Registration to Acting Vice Principal for Student Services at Knox Community College, Euton Gordon (right). Occasion was a ceremony for the award of certificates of registration to tertiary institutions on Wednesday (November 29), at the Courtleigh Hotel in New Kingston. Sharing in the presentation is J-TEC Commissioner and Executive Director, Dr. Dameon Black.

J-TEC Certificate of Registration Presentation Ceremony

Commissioner of Jamaica Tertiary Education Commission (J-TEC), Dr. Dameon Black, addressing Tuesday’s (November 16) Think Tank at the JIS head office in Kingston.

11 Tertiary Institutions To Receive J-TEC Certification

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