Last mentioned: Mar 23, 2026
Pilot Implementation
Expected commencement of student placements through HEART/NSTA Trust across various sectors.
Fiscal Year 2026/27 Begins
The fiscal window for the pilot launch opens, initiating the planning and partnership phase.
Budget Debate Announcement
PM Andrew Holness announces the LEAP Programme during his contribution to the 2026/27 Budget Debate.
The Jamaican government, through HEART/NSTA Trust, will pilot the Learning, Earning and Prosper (LEAP) Programme in FY 2026/27 to provide tertiary students with paid on-the-job experience. This initiative, driven by student leadership, aims to integrate academic learning with professional assimilation in both public and private sectors.
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