Tag: Skills Training

  • TESDA and DOLE Ink Implementing Rules for EBET Framework Act

    MANILA – In a significant move to enhance the Philippine workforce, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) have formalized the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for Republic Act 12063, known as the Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET) Framework Act. The signing took place at TESDA’s…

  • Senator Gatchalian Advocates for Robust Support System for OFWs Returning from Lebanon

    Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has called on the Philippine government to ensure a comprehensive support system for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) returning from Lebanon. In a statement released on Wednesday, Gatchalian highlighted the necessity of providing safety, reintegration, and livelihood opportunities to these workers to facilitate their smooth transition back into society. Gatchalian emphasized that the…

  • DENR Plans to Boost Benefits and Training for Esteros and River Guardians

    The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is set to enhance the welfare and skills of estero rangers and river warriors, acknowledging their vital role in safeguarding the nation’s waterways and combating climate change. At a recent ceremony in Pasay City, DENR Secretary Maria Antonia Loyzaga honored outstanding estero rangers and river warriors, highlighting…

  • Senator Legarda Advocates for Robust Support System for Pardoned OFWs from UAE

    Senator Loren Legarda has called for a comprehensive support system for the 220 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) recently pardoned by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Speaking on January 8, 2024, Legarda emphasized the importance of reintegration programs to help these workers rebuild their lives upon returning to the Philippines. She highlighted the…

  • Senator Legarda Advocates for Robust Reintegration Programs for Pardoned OFWs from UAE

    Senator Loren Legarda has called for comprehensive support and reintegration programs for the 220 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who were recently pardoned in the United Arab Emirates. Speaking on January 8, 2024, Legarda emphasized the importance of equipping these workers with the necessary skills and livelihood opportunities to help them reintegrate into society effectively upon…

  • TESDA Training Matches University and International Standards, Says Former Scholar

    In Baguio City, a former scholar of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) praised the quality of skills training he received, stating it is on par with university education and international standards. Omar Cabillo, who completed TESDA’s basic and master electrician courses in 2014 and 2019 respectively,…