About Carnegie
The Carnegie School of Home Economics (CSHE) is at an important juncture in the history of the school. It is with great anticipation that we embrace major upgrade of the programmes offered and future development of the institution.
Formerly known as the Carnegie Trade School, the CSHE was founded on a grant by the Carnegie Trustee in 1933. The First Principal, Ms. Briant was entrusted with the task of establishing the school, with the understanding that the government would assume full responsibility if the venture succeeded. Thanks to her careful management and zeal, the government did assume full responsibility for the school in1937.
During this time, a trading section was developed. This section produced custom made ladies’ garments and uniforms for government messengers. Large scale catering was also undertaken on request.
In 1958, the trading aspect of the school was discontinued. Thereafter, the school was renamed the Carnegie School of Home Economics. The curriculum, then, was aimed at giving every girl an opportunity to learn the skills and attitudes essential for a good family and community life. In the 1960’s training of Teachers in Home Economics was conducted at the school.
In 1971, a separate catering section was established to give more specialized training in Food Preparation and Service. Consequently, the public was offered economic and attractive meals of high standards in a delightful atmosphere.
During the period 1988 to 1990, financial as well as technical assistance was given by the Association of Canadian Community Colleges and the International Development Agency to enhance the Catering Programme. In the year 2000, the General Cosmetology Programme and the Garment Construction Programme were developed with the help of the Social Impact Amelioration Project.
Ours has been a tradition of service that improves the lives of individuals and families. Our programmes and services offered are constantly upgraded and as we embrace our achievements, we anticipate new programmes to meet the ever- increasing demands of the Tourism & Hospitality and other related Industries. With this vision comes rebranding, retooling and expansion.
About Carnegie
The Carnegie School of Home Economics (CSHE) is at an important juncture in the history of the school. It is with great anticipation that we embrace major upgrade of the programmes offered and future development of the institution.
Formerly known as the Carnegie Trade School, the CSHE was founded on a grant by the Carnegie Trustee in 1933. The First Principal, Ms. Briant was entrusted with the task of establishing the school, with the understanding that the government would assume full responsibility if the venture succeeded. Thanks to her careful management and zeal, the government did assume full responsibility for the school in1937.
During this time, a trading section was developed. This section produced custom made ladies’ garments and uniforms for government messengers. Large scale catering was also undertaken on request.
In 1958, the trading aspect of the school was discontinued. Thereafter, the school was renamed the Carnegie School of Home Economics. The curriculum, then, was aimed at giving every girl an opportunity to learn the skills and attitudes essential for a good family and community life. In the 1960’s training of Teachers in Home Economics was conducted at the school.
In 1971, a separate catering section was established to give more specialized training in Food Preparation and Service. Consequently, the public was offered economic and attractive meals of high standards in a delightful atmosphere.
During the period 1988 to 1990, financial as well as technical assistance was given by the Association of Canadian Community Colleges and the International Development Agency to enhance the Catering Programme. In the year 2000, the General Cosmetology Programme and the Garment Construction Programme were developed with the help of the Social Impact Amelioration Project.
Ours has been a tradition of service that improves the lives of individuals and families. Our programmes and services offered are constantly upgraded and as we embrace our achievements, we anticipate new programmes to meet the ever- increasing demands of the Tourism & Hospitality and other related Industries. With this vision comes rebranding, retooling and expansion.
Our PHILOSOPHY
We believe that training and developing of positive attitudes in Home Economics and the Hospitality Sector will contribute to a better quality of life for the Guyanese society.
Our
VISION
Carnegie is the leading institution and authentic voice, providing quality training in Home Economics and Hospitality in Guyana and is seen as the place of world-class service in the preparation for employment.
Our
MISSION
Carnegie is in the business of creating, developing and providing international quality and excellence in the area of Home-Economics and Hospitality Services through education, training, information sharing, networking and collaboration.