Tag: TESDA

  • 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…

  • TESDA Highlights High Demand for Tourism, Agriculture, and Electronics Courses

    MANILA – A senior official from the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) announced on Wednesday that courses in tourism, agriculture, and electronics are currently experiencing high demand due to the numerous job opportunities available in these sectors. TESDA Deputy Director General Nelly Dillera emphasized the importance of tourism, stating, ‘Tourism is at the…

  • Scholarship Program Empowers 22 Out-of-School Youths in Albay

    In a significant move to uplift the community, AboitizPower Renewables Inc. (APRI) through its Aboitiz Foundation, has launched a scholarship program for 22 out-of-school youths from Tiwi, Albay. The initiative, funded with nearly PHP300,000, was facilitated through the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Bicol, marking a pivotal moment for the beneficiaries from Barangay…

  • TESDA Eases Bookkeeping Course Requirements for SK Treasurers

    The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has announced a significant reduction in the bookkeeping course requirements for Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) treasurers. Previously, SK treasurers were required to complete the extensive Bookkeeping NC III course, which spans approximately 292 hours over a year. However, TESDA has now replaced this requirement with a more manageable…

  • TESDA Simplifies Bookkeeping Training for SK Treasurers

    The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has made significant changes to the bookkeeping training requirements for Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) treasurers, aiming to streamline the process and enhance financial management skills. Previously, SK treasurers were required to complete the extensive Bookkeeping NC III course, which spans approximately 292 hours over a year. However, TESDA…

  • TESDA Seeks to Strengthen Ties with Israel and Botswana in Agricultural and Vocational Training

    The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) is keen on maintaining and expanding its collaboration with Israel through the AgroStudies program, which focuses on agricultural internships. TESDA Secretary Jose Francisco Benitez emphasized the importance of technology in agriculture, noting that the partnership allows Filipino farmers to gain insights into Israel’s advanced farming technologies and…

  • TESDA Embraces EDCOM 2’s Blueprint for Enhancing Technical Education

    The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has announced its readiness to adopt the recommendations from the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2). TESDA Director General Kiko Benitez expressed enthusiasm for the strategic direction outlined in the EDCOM 2 report, which aims to fortify the technical-vocational education and training (TVET) sector in the…

  • TESDA Embraces EDCOM 2 Recommendations to Enhance Technical Education

    MANILA – The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has announced its readiness to adopt the reforms suggested by the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM 2) in its recent report. TESDA Director General Kiko Benitez expressed enthusiasm for the roadmap laid out by EDCOM 2, which aims to fortify the technical-vocational education and…

  • Israeli Ambassador Aims to Broaden Agricultural Training Across Philippines

    Israeli Ambassador Ilan Fluss visited Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas on January 24, 2025, to discuss the expansion of Israel’s agricultural training program throughout the Philippines. During a subsequent media interview on January 27, Fluss highlighted Israel’s advanced techniques in cultivating fruit trees, vegetables, and other high-value crops, despite not focusing on rice or grains.…

  • President Marcos Jr. Advocates for Increased Education Budget Amid Cuts

    President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is advocating for a larger budget for the education sector after the Department of Education (DepEd) faced budget reductions and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) encountered funding issues for its 2025 programs. During a budget review meeting at Malacañan Palace, Marcos stressed the importance of prioritizing education.…