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21/08/2025

A truly proud moment for us! We’ve just signed the MOAs for the National Industry TVET Boards, bringing together leaders and movers from Fashion, Furniture, Health, Supply Chain & Logistics, and Last Mile Delivery.

Seeing everyone come together reminded me that our industries don’t just build products and services—they build lives and open doors of opportunity for countless Filipinos. As Sec. Kiko Benitez said, with the recognition of being part of the NITB comes an even greater responsibility: shaping the future of our workforce.

The NITB isn’t just about addressing today’s needs—it’s about planning for the dreams of the next five years and beyond. And with the dedication of our partners, I truly believe we’re on the right track.

Maraming salamat to our passionate industry champions: Philippine Fashion Coalition Carissa Evangelista, Kathâ Pilipinas Daianne Mempin, Fashion Institute of the Philippines - Ortigas Main Patrick Lazol, Pampanga Furniture Industries Foundation VP Celine Lucille Repato (with DOST - PTRI support through Director Julius L. Leano), Cebu Furniture Industries Foundation, Unilab Education, Inc. President Jose Maria Ochave, Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines Executive Director Corazon Curay, and Private Express and Messengerial Association of the Philippines President Alma Rias (with support from DTI-SCLG Usec. Jean Pacheco).

Here’s to building a future-ready workforce, together.

20/08/2025

19/08/2025

A Milestone for Every Maker: D-Day of the PSF for Electronics Launch

Today, we celebrate not just a launch, but a promise to our workforce in the electronics industry.

The Philippine Skills Framework (PSF) is a game-changer for our technicians, assemblers, machine operators, quality inspectors, soldering experts, warehouse staff, and many more. It provides:

🔧 Clear career pathways and growth opportunities
📚 Access to upskilling and lifelong learning
🌍 Alignment with global industry standards
🚀 Empowerment for upward mobility and job security

This framework honors the hands that build the future, with knowledge, pride, and purpose.

But as I mentioned in my speech earlier, this is not just a framework in pen but a living initiative. Skills are the new currency of competitiveness. If we want Filipinos to thrive here and abroad, we must invest in the right skills, at the right time, for the right jobs.

This is for the people who keep the industry moving, with quiet strength, unwavering dedication, and unmatched galing.

Big thanks to SEIPI, DEPED, CHED, DTI-BOI, DOST, OSAPEIA, DTI-PTTC, Analog Devices, Creotec Phil. Inc., EMS Group of Companies, partner enterprises and Higher Education Institutions for joining us in this wondrous event.

Together, let’s power up the Philippines, one skilled worker at a time.

19/08/2025

HAPPENING NOW: The Launch of the Philippine Skills Framework (PSF) for the Electronics sector. TESDA, in collaboration with SEIPI and the Industry TVET Board for Semiconductor and Electronics, are proud of this comprehensive framework that outlines clear career pathways, job roles, and industry-aligned training standards to equip Filipino workers for the evolving demands of the global semiconductor industry.

As one of the Philippines’ leading export sectors, semiconductor and electronics will benefit significantly from the PSF. The initiative aims to enhance workforce competitiveness, attract investments, and create more quality employment opportunities for Filipinos.

HAPPENING NOW: Launch of the Philippine Skills Framework (PSF) for the Semiconductor and Electronics Sector TESDA, in partnership with SEIPI and the Industry...

09/08/2025

WATCH: Kasama ang ating mga KaTropa na sina Regie Duran at Milli Bungcasan, pag-usapan natin ang mga paghahandang ginagawa para sa WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025!

With 32 skill areas in 6 sectors, our competitors are leveling up to earn their place on the winners' podium.

Pero higit pa sa laban at panalo, ang tunay na layunin ng kompetisyon na ito ay ang pagkilala sa sariling lakas at kahinaan, at ang pagtutulungan bilang isang koponan, tulad ng pagtutulungan ng iba’t ibang ahensya ng gobyerno upang maisakatuparan ang pinaka-inaabangang patimpalak.

Mark your calendars:
August 26–28
📍 World Trade Center, Manila

Let’s witness the Olympics of Skills and celebrate the future of Filipino talent!

07/08/2025

Day 3 of EBET Orientation wrapped up with a fruitful session dedicated to the Agri-Food Sector, gathering over 50 passionate participants! 🌾

Enterprise-Based Education and Training is vital for the agriculture sector, equipping our farmers, food processors, and agripreneurs with real-world skills, innovation, and industry alignment to ensure sustainable growth and food security.

A big thank you to the Department of Trade and Industry and the Department of Agriculture for their active involvement and support in driving the EBET movement forward.

07/08/2025

LIVE: On Radyo Pilipinas as we talk about the preparation for the ever-anticipated Olympics of Skills, the Worldskills ASEAN Manila 2025 and the progress of the Enterprise-Based Education and Training.

Don’t miss out!

06/08/2025

"TVET without the industry is like a ship without its compass." 🧭⚙️

Wise words shared during the EBET Orientation for the Construction Sector with more than 60 participants and — a strong reminder of how vital industry collaboration is in building a future-ready workforce.

Through EBET, learners receive hands-on experience in actual construction sites and workplaces, ensuring that their skills are aligned with current industry standards and technologies.

We also addressed key questions on the implementation and processes of EBET, with step-by-step explanations from our Partnerships and Linkages Office and the Qualifications and Standards Office team-up. Clarity leads to action, and we’re one step closer to strengthening EBET!

05/08/2025

Over 250 participants from the Tourism Sector joined our successful EBET Orientation! 🎉

This EBET orientation marks a huge success in the strong collaboration between the Department of Tourism (DOT) and TESDA as we work toward building a more future-ready workforce.

During the session, we answered various queries from enterprises about EBET, helping everyone understand how to maximize this valuable program.

But we’re not stopping there! We’re planning to expand the Industry TVET Boards (ITB) by creating one for every specific value chains. This means focused improvements in the work environment across the tourism sector, and opportunities for more enterprises to join. Together, we’ll elevate the industry to new heights!

A heartfelt gratitude to Undersecretary Rica C. Bueno the Department of Tourism for her unwavering support and leadership.

Let’s keep pushing forward, because the future of tourism depends on all of us!

05/08/2025

Wrapped up an orientation last Friday on Enterprise-Based Education and Training (EBET)—a major boost for the IT-BPM sector! 🇵🇭

In today’s fast-paced digital world, the IT-BPM industry needs talent that’s not just trained, but work-ready. Through EBET, we’re aligning skills with actual industry demands by bringing together government, academe, and enterprises to train future professionals inside the workplace.

This is a huge step toward strengthening our position as a global IT-BPM powerhouse, developing a workforce that’s agile, competitive, and future-ready.

04/08/2025

A Creative Visit to Ms. Patis Tesoro as we gear up for our upcoming Skills Training on Embroidery Pattern Design Level III – a 10-day intensive masterclass crafted for pre-qualified creatives. 🧵🪡🧶

This masterclass is all about empowering designers to bring their visions to life, creating embroidery-ready patterns that proudly showcase Filipino culture while meeting the demands of modern production.

Stay tuned — the art of embroidery is evolving, and so are our artisans.