Saint Vincent and the Grenadines CXC CAPE Tourism

The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) offers the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) in Tourism. This program provides certification of achievement for students who have completed five years of secondary education and wish to further their studies. The SVGCC is the tertiary institution in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines that offers the CAPE program, including Tourism. Applicants to the CAPE program must have at least five CSEC/CXC General Proficiency passes, Grades I – III, including English A.

CAPE Tourism Syllabus

The CAPE Tourism syllabus is divided into two units, each comprising three modules.

• Unit 1: Tourism Concepts focuses on fundamental concepts and issues in tourism, linkages with key sectors, and the impact of tourism on Caribbean destinations.
• Unit 2: Tourism Planning and Development delves into sustainable tourism development, marketing, and the management of tourism organizations.

Students pursuing this subject gain exposure to the concepts and principles of tourism and their practical application to the business environment. Several resources are available to support students, including textbooks, study guides, and online materials.

CXC and St. Vincent and the Grenadines

CXC expressed solidarity with St. Vincent and the Grenadines after the volcanic eruptions in 2021. In 2021, due to regional challenges, candidates had the option to defer their CXC exams. The Ministry of Education in St. Vincent and the Grenadines delayed the public report on the 2023 CXC performance. Tourism is a key industry in the Caribbean, including St. Vincent and the Grenadines, which saw a significant increase in tourist arrivals in 2023.