Sustainable development is made manifest in a country's ability to, "meet the basic needs of employment, food, energy, water and sanitation" (Mondal, 2016). The skill sets and employability of the adult population must become a key focus. This research seeks to examine the reasons participants embarked upon the Spa Therapy programme; the participants' perceptions, attitudes and experiences during the program; the reasons some trainees withdrew from the programme and the completing participants' projections for the future.
Methodology
Qualitative research (Case study). The researcher interacted with 19 other trainees for 11-months. Research duration: 6-months. Data collection: Focus group sessions, individual interviews, and participant observation.
Results
Emerging themes -
Conclusion
This study represents the beginning of a journey to explore and hopefully unlock the full potential of Spa Therapy as a viable option for Technical and Vocational Education and Training in a Caribbean nation that has unique historical, social, and pedagogical challenges and possibilities.
Relevance and Potential Application
This research can: