TESDA Housekeeping Course Complete Details

Filipinos are known for being hospitable in every way, thus, a lot of countries are demanding Filipino housekeepers now-a-days. The country that demands housekeepers, the most, is Japan for its aging population, though, there are a lot of other countries, looking for housekeepers. For this matter, a short course: Housekeeping is being offered by TESDA which will train you in preparing guest rooms, cleaning premises and equipment, washing linen and guest clothes, providing housekeeping services and providing valet services to hotels, motels, clubs, hospitals, resorts, dormitories and luxury liners. Completing this short course will grant you the title of being a professional housekeeper. It is different from being ordinary Cleaning services because you will get a privilege to work abroad.

Here are some examples of skills that you will acquire from enrolling in this course:

  • Developing and updating industry knowledge
  • Observing workplace hygiene procedures
  • Performing computer operations
  • Performing workplace and safety practices
  • Providing effective customer service
  • Providing Housekeeping Services to guest
  • Preparing Room for Guest
  • Cleaning Premises
  • Providing Valet Service
  • Washing Linen and Guest Clothes

Course Duration

Housekeeping NC II takes a minimum of 436 hours to complete.


Admission Requirements

Common requirements for TESDA courses include:

  • Copy of Birth Certificate authenticated by NSO
  • Copy of High school or College Diploma
  • Certified True Copy of Transcript of Records
  • 1x1 Pictures
  • Certificates of Good Moral Character


Requirements, however, may vary depending on the institution you are going to enroll at, so we strongly suggest you get in touch with the school or training center’s official representatives for more accurate and detailed information.

Possible Jobs for Tesda Housekeeping Graduates

Qualified graduates of Housekeeping NC II can find employment in a Cleaning company as any of the following:

  • Room/Cabin Attendant
  • Houseman/Public Area Attendant/Janitor
  • Valet Runner
  • Dry Cleaner
  • Washer
  • Presser/Ironer
  • Marker-Sorter
  • Butler

Competency Assessment and Certification

Students enrolled in the Housekeeping NC II course may be required to undergo a Competency Assessment before graduation. A National Certificate (NC II) will be issued to students who passed this assessment. You can find more information on Assessments and Certifications at this page.