Online Application for TESDA Scholarship in Every Barangay in the Philippines


The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority will implement skills training programs to the barangays even to the isolated communities in the region.TESDA is now implementing this flagship program entitled, “Barangay Kasanayan Para Sa Kabuhayan at Kapayapaan” which is to identify the training needs of every barangay.

This is under Technical Vocational Education and Training or TVET for Social Equity based on the universal principle of social inclusion, sites and people, particularly those who are socially excluded and displaced such as informal workers, fisherfolks, indigenous people, farmers, drug dependents or surrenderees, women victims of abuse and human trafficking, especially OFW’s and Persons with disabilities (PWDs). The approach used in this program is community-driven. This is to ensure the training delivery and continuous consultations and collaboration at the grassroots levels, not only within the community, but also with the other government agencies.


This program will be area-specific, flexible, holistic, resource-based, product and service oriented. This will serve as a driving force for change and upliftment of the lives of the Filipino people, contributing to the socio-economic development of our country.
The online application process would take 5-10 minutes.


3 Easy steps

Step 1:Start New Application


  • Go to this TESDA page and fill up the online application form with your name, permanent address, birthday and active email address. 
  • Don't forget to Agree the term and condition of the form in order to proceed to the next step. Then click the Create button.
  • Receive your learner’s ID.

(Note: You are only allowed to register once. If you are already registered, please proceed to the next step.)

Step 2: Select TESDA Training Program

  • Go to this "page" and select a course you want to take.
  • Enter your last name and learner’s ID
  • Verify your profile
  • Application Complete

Step 3: Feedback from TESDA office

  • Check your email for the feedback of TESDA office.

TESDA Agricultural Crops Production NC II in the Philippines


Agricultural Crops Production NC II is a short TESDA course in the Philippines which will train you in planting, growing and harvesting crops such as grains, vegetables, and fruits. You may be wondering, why do we still have to study this kind of occupation when we can just do it on our own? Well, programs such as this one will help you to be more accurate on your agricultural duties, especially those who don’t have green hands. Planting, Growing and Harvesting do not stop just by doing those notions literally, there are variety of other techniques to be learned when you applied in this course. This course will train you to become a farm laborer in the future so everything you know about planting may either be vague or limited, but with the help of this program, you will surely earn a lot, by all means.

Some example of skills that you may acquire upon enrolling and finishing this course include:

  • Applying safety measures in farm operations
  • Using farm tools and equipment
  • Performing estimation and calculations
  • Applying basic first aid
  • Performing horticultural crop work
  • Performing nursery work
  • Performing agronomic work
  • Performing irrigation work


Course Duration

Agricultural Crops Production NC II takes up to a minimum of atleast 302 hours to complete.

Admission Requirements

Basic requirements for this short TESDA course include:

  • Copy of NSO Birth Certificate
  • High School or College Diploma
  • Certified true copy of Transcript of records of Form 137
  • Certificate of Good Moral Character
  • 1x1 or 2x2 Pictures


Qualified Graduates of Agricultural Crops Production NC II can find employment as a farm laborer, fruit grower and fruit picking jobs abroad.

Competency Assessment and Certification

Students enrolled in this short course may be required to undergo a competency assessment before graduation. Note: this is not mandatory; this is based on the decision of whoever handles the credentials. You can take this at any of the TESDA-Accredited Assessment Centers for Agricultural Crops Production NC I that are listed on the site. A National Certificate (NC II) will be issued to those who will pass this assessment process.

TESDA Heavy Equipment Operations or Services Courses


Technical Education and Skill Development Authority is now offering skilled course for Heavy Equipment Operation/Services field. This NC II short course in the Philippines will train you in checking, adjusting, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing the various parts and components of engine systems, power train systems and undercarriage systems. This is for those who want to experience  this course and make amends of their idle lives. Below are the categories of Heavy Equipment Operation/Services you may want to choose from. For further information, come and visit your nearest Tesda training center and inquire.

Heavy Equipment Operations Courses Category

  1. Articulated Off-Highway Dump Truck NC 11
  2. Backhoe Loader NC II
  3. Bulldozer NC II
  4. Concrete Pump NC II
  5. Container Stacker NC II
  6. Crawler Crane NC II
  7. Forklift NC II
  8. Rigid off-highway dump truck NC II
  9. ROAD ROLLER NC II
  10. Rough-Terrain Crane NC II
  11. Screed NC I
  12. Gantry Crane NC II
  13. Hydraulic Excavator NC II
  14. Motor Grader NC II
  15. Tower Crane NC II (Crane Operator)
  16. Transit Mixer NC II
  17. Truck-Mounted Crane NC II
  18. Wheel Loader NC II
  19. Paver NC II

Some examples of skills that you may acquire upon enrolling in this course include:
  • Preparing constructional materials and tools;
  • Observing procedures, specifications and manuals of instruction;
  • Interpreting technical drawings;
  • Performing mensuration and calculations;
  • Maintaining tools and equipment;
  • Troubleshooting Services engine system;
  • Troubleshooting Services power train system;
  • Troubleshooting Services hydraulic system;
  • Troubleshooting Services undercarriage system.

Course Duration

Heavy Equipment Operation/Service NC II takes a minimum of 362 hours to complete.


Admission Requirements

  • Common Requirements for TESDA course include:
  • Copy of Birth Cetificate Authenticated by NSO
  • Copy of High School or College Diploma
  • Certified true copy of transcript of records
  • 1x1 pictures
  • Certificate of Good Moral Character

Requirements, however, may vary depending on the category you are going to enroll at, so we strongly suggest you get in touch with the TESDA person-in-charge of the respective category for more accurate and detailed information.



Careers

Qualified Graduates can find employment as a heavy equipment operator/mechanic. It also an in-demand jobs abroad, particularly in Middle East countries.

Competency Assessment

Students enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Operation / Services 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 on this page. 

TESDA Courses In-Demand Abroad, Study these Courses to Find Work Overseas


There are more than 30 TESDA courses in-demand abroad. Everyone, including high school graduates, college graduates and even those who are presently unemployed are advised to study these courses to be able to land a job abroad. Countries like Hong Kong, Taiwan, Dubai, Qatar, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and many others are in need of highly skilled individuals on a certain field of specialization. Fortunately, TESDA here in the Philippines offer technical – vocational courses that if completed, can allow each individual to be qualified to apply for in demand jobs overseas.

In-demand courses are offered by TESDA. According to news article from Interaksyon.com, Director General Joel Villanueva told that Qatar, Canada, and United States need pipe fitters. Malaysia, on the hand, needs welders.

In addition, Filipino barbers and hairstylists are in demand in US, Middle East, and Brunei. Jewelry making, Electrical power distribution line construction and land surveying also has job openings abroad.

Graduates of electrical installation and maintenance, plumbing, refrigeration and air-conditioning have higher chance of being employed in Dubai as they have more opportunities requiring such skilled individuals. On the other hand, Barista / Bartenders and commercial cooking NC graduates are needed in hotels and restaurants in different countries.

In other countries like Japan, they are in need of agriculture crops production, sewers / tailors, carpenters, caregivers, and factory workers so you might as well try studying one of these courses as they have the exact value in other countries. Meanwhile, In Hong Kong, housekeepers are in-demand while Taiwan wants electronics technician that can work in semicon factories.


Listed below are the complete lists of TESDA courses which are in-demand abroad. Interested technical –vocational learners just need to choose which of the following courses suits their skills.

30+ In-Demand TESDA Courses for Abroad

Agricultural Crops Production NC I, NCII and NCIII
Barbering NC II
Bartending NC II, and Barista NC II
Beauty Care NC II, and NC III
Bread and pastry Production NC II
Caregiving NC II
Carpentry NC II and NC III
CNC Lathe Machine Operation NC II and NC III
Construction Lift Passenger Material Elevator Operation NC II
Food and beverage services NC II, NC III, and NC IV
Food processing NC I, NC II, NC III, NC IV
Gas Metal Arc Welding NC I, NC II, and NC III
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding NC II, and NC IV
Gas Welding NC I, and NC II
Hairdressing NC II, and NC III
Health Care Services NC II
Housekeeping NC II, NC III, and NC IV
Jewelry Making (Fine Jewelry) NC II, and NC III
Machining NC I, NC II, and NC III
Pattern Making NC II
Pipe Fitting NC II
Plant Maintenance NC I
Plastic Machine Operation NC II, and NC III
Plumbing NC I, NC II, and NC III
Press Machine Operation NC I
Process Inspection NC II, and NC III
PV System Design NC III, Servicing NC III, Installation NC II
Slaughtering Operations NC II
Refrigeration and Airconditioning Servicing NC
Tower Crane NC II


(Note: There are a lot of TESDA courses which are not listed above but are also in-demand abroad)
Learners who are able to complete a specific course are advised to take the assessment exam given by TESDA. Assessment centers are available nationwide. If by any chance, a test taker passed, they can have the National Certificate (NC) which represents the seal of excellence from the educational agency.

TESDA graduates that have acquired NC can now apply to local companies, and/or to Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) accredited manpower agencies that deploy skilled workers abroad. Graduates who successfully land a job abroad can earn ranging $650 to $750 or even as much as PHP 100,000 per month depending on the job hired for.

So what are you waiting for? Inquire now and be one of those fortunate individuals who landed a job overseas.

Bartending NC II a short course offered by TESDA


Bartending NC II is a short TESDA course that will train you on how to prepare, mix, and serve drinks to the patrons of a bar.

Did you know that one of the fastest growing demands for work abroad is in Food and beverages category? With simple task such as exhibitions in bartending, you will be able to maximize your talents and skills in accordance to flaring bartending. As mentioned, being one of the fastest growing demands for work in abroad, you will be able to earn dollars in a short period of time by learning stuffs in bartending, or you could try becoming a bartender / barista yourself by applying to this short TESDA course available for any aspiring bartenders in the Philippines.

TESDA here in the Philippines offers a short course for Bartending / barista, several schools offer the course for three months duration while others offer it to as short as 11 days. The current tesda course being offered are Bartender, bartending nc II. It may seem short but trainings would be of help to those who really wanted to practice their skills in bartending, especially those who wanted to work abroad. Convinced? Go to your nearest TESDA institution now, and inquire for Bartender / Barista NC II course. It is worth the try. You will never be disappointed. Below are the requirements for application as a trainee.

Admission Requirements

Basic Requirements for this short TESDA course include:

  • Copy of NSO Birth Certificate
  • High School or College diploma
  • Certified true copy of Transcript of records or form 137
  • Certificate of Good Moral Character
  • 1x1 and/or 2x2 picture
Go to this page to learn How To Enroll A Course In TESDA.


Course Duration

Bartending NC II takes a minimum of 286 hours to complete

Careers

Qualified graduates of Bartending NC II can apply for any of the following positions:

  • Busboy (Commis de Rang)
  • Bartender/Barista
  • Wine steward (Chef de Vin/Chef Sommelier)
  • Bar Porter


Other important skills you may acquire:

  • Providing effective customer service
  • Operating the bar
  • Providing wine services
  • Practicing occupational health and  safety
  • Performing basic computer operations

Among the things you will learn from taking this course are sorting and storing bar tools and glassware, conducting inventories, writing written reports and requests, classifying and differentiating the different types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, interpreting wine labels and terminologies, and distinguishing the nature of non-alcoholic drinks based on their names and ingredients.

Competency Assessment and Certification

Students enrolled in Bartending 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 assessment and certifications on this page " Apply for a National Certificate or Certificate of Competency".

TESDA Driving NC II Course in the Philippines:


Most Filipinos are fond of driving thus; increase of vehicles existing in the Philippines is obvious. Get a hold of a course which will train you in operating light motor vehicles classified under LTO Restriction code 1 and 2, transporting passengers and loads over specified routes to local or district location, and performing minor vehicle repairs and other minor services. Enroll now in this short TESDA course; Driving NC II. This is merely one of the most recommended courses for aspiring teens or even adults.


Driving in traffic is more than just knowing how to operate the mechanisms which control the vehicle; it requires knowing how to apply the rules of the road (which ensures safe and efficient sharing with other users). In this short course, you will know the basics of traffic rules and regulation as regards with your driving skills.

Some examples of skills that you will acquire upon enrolling in this short course include:
  • Applying appropriate sealant/adhesive;
  • Moving and positioning of vehicle;
  • Performing mensuration and calculation;
  • Reading, interpreting, and applying specifications and manuals;
  • Using and applying lubricant/coolant;
  • Performing shop maintenance;
  • Driving light vehicles;
  • Obeying traffic rules and regulations;
  • Implementing and coordinating accident-emergency procedures.

Course Duration

Driving NC II in the Philippines only takes a minimum of 118 hours to complete.


Basic Requirements for this short TESDA course include:

  • Copy of NSO Birth Certificate
  • High School or College diploma
  • Certified true copy of Transcript of records or form 137
  • Certificate of Good Moral Character
  • 1x1 and/or 2x2 picture
Related: How To Enroll A Course In TESDA Training Centers

Careers

Qualified graduates of Driving NC II can find employment as a professional driver or light vehicle driver. Nevertheless, one does not want to apply as a driver and just want to own his/her own vehicle to drive.

Competency Assessment and Certification

Students enrolled in the Driving NC II course may be required to undergo a Competency Assessment before graduation. A National Certificate NC II will be issued to students who are able to pass this assessment. You can find more information on assessment and certifications at the official website of TESDA or you can go directly to TESDA in your respective area and inquire. Check this link for more info about "How to Get a Certificate in TESDA?".

How To Enroll A Course In TESDA


Are you one of those Aspiring TESDA trainees but doesn’t have any idea on how to apply? Out of school youth? Here is the solution to your problem. With this progressive step by step process, you will learn how to enroll in any TESDA accredited Training institute.

TESDA is also offering scholarship program for those who are not blessed with wealth or are barely making it to schooling, specifically those who cannot afford to go to college due to lack of financial capability and any reasons which stop you from having a brighter future. TESDA is compassionate to its trainees and are ready to offer its assistance to all your needs. Requirements depend on which institution you enrolled in, check here for the courses offered this year.


Related: TESDA also offer FREE Online Courses. Learn new skills without leaving your home.

Technical Educational Skills Development Authority process:


  1. Go to your nearest TESDA accredited Training centers.
  2. Inquire about the training availability of your choice.
  3. You will be set to a specific date to take an entrance examination.
  4. An employee may give you a list of requirements you need to pass in order to avail/enroll in them (You need to pass the entrance exam before you submit all the respective requirements.)
  5. After submitting all the necessary requirements, an employee will get your phone number to notify you about the starting date of the training program you enrolled in.


List of requirements to pass:

Certificate of Birth (NSO copy)
1x1 or 2x2 Photo ID with white background (for record purposes)
High School diploma
Medical Certification
NBI Clearance Certificate
Police Clearance Certificate
Barangay Clearance Certificate
Good Moral Character Certificate or Honorable Dismissal Certificate
NC Certification (if needed)
Additional photo ID (Passport size) for any scholarship program available in the institute of your choice.

After graduated to your desired course, you must get a National Certificates (NC) or Certificates of Competency (COC). This is your proof that you enroll and pass all the exam under the course you've take. Click here for the instruction on How to Apply for Assessment and Certification in TESDA (NC/COC)