TESDA-Cordillera Administrative Region

27/10/2026

Tamang food trip lang po tayo pagkatapos magluto ng 24 asian dishes 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳🥙🧆🦐

27/10/2026

Tamang food trip lang po tayo pagkatapos magluto ng 24 Asian dishes 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳🥙🧆🦐

27/10/2026

𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority – Abra Provincial Office invites all interested and qualified bidders to participate in the Public Auction of Unserviceable Properties.

Date: November 4, 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 9:00 AM
Venue: TESDA Abra Provincial Office, Poblacion, Pidigan, Abra

Items for auction include: various Printers/Photocopiers, CPUs, laptops, UPS, ICT equipment, office equipment, other PPEs, and furniture and fixtures.

The auction shall be conducted on an AS-IS, WHERE-IS basis in accordance with COA-DBM Joint Circular No. 2024-01.

Important Reminder: Sealed bids, accompanied by a Bidder's Bond equivalent to at least 10% of the total bid, must be submitted on or before November 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM.

The award shall be granted to the highest complying bidder. For inquiries, please visit the TESDA-Abra Provincial Office or call 0969-589-1479, (074) 444-6193.

27/10/2026

𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀-𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐊𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐎𝐊𝐀𝐋 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

Acting Provincial Director Arlene Cadalig paid a courtesy visit to Kibungan as part of the agency's ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships with Local Government Units in delivering technical-vocational education and training (TVET) to Kibungan residents. Vice Mayor Hon. Laurence D. Toking warmly welcomed her on October 19, 2026.

During the Sangguniang Bayan session, APD Cadalig was invited to present Train LOKAL to the council, a program that gives local government units a role in identifying the skills training needs of their communities. She shared how it can bring quality technical-vocational education and training (TVET) to Kibungan's barangays.

The visit also coincided with the opening of the Bake Pro Training, a collaboration between TESDA Benguet and the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of Benguet.

In her message, APD Cadalig congratulated the trainees for taking an important step toward a brighter future. She emphasized the value of skills development as a lifelong investment and encouraged the participants to maximize their learning experience, actively engage with their trainers, and explore opportunities to turn their baking skills into sustainable sources of income or potential small business ventures.

“Your skills are an investment that no one can take away from you,” APD Cadalig emphasized, as she reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the trainees throughout their skills development journey.

Mr. Ferdinand Montanez, PTC Administrator, was also present and encouraged the trainees to stay focused, disciplined, and committed until the end of the training.

TESDA Benguet continues to bring skills training closer to the community because skills change lives and build communities.

26/10/2026

STILL AT THE TOP — SINCE 2022! 🏆🇵🇭

TESDA once again leads all government institutions in approval and trust ratings, posting 59% approval and 41% trust in the Third Quarter 2026 PAHAYAG survey by PUBLiCUS Asia Inc., extending the streak for 16 quarters now or since the fourth quarter of 2022.

The results serve as a reminder of TESDA’s responsibility to deliver accessible, relevant, and quality technical vocational education and training (TVET) for Filipinos.

From local training opportunities to emerging technologies and international skills competitions, TESDA remains committed to developing a skilled and globally competitive Filipino workforce.

Salamat sa tiwala, mga ka-TESDA! Patuloy tayo sa paghasa ng kakayahan at pagbubukas ng oportunidad para sa bawat Pilipino.

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STILL AT THE TOP — SINCE 2022! 🏆🇵🇭

TESDA once again leads all government institutions in approval and trust ratings, posting 59% approval and 41% trust in the Third Quarter 2026 PAHAYAG survey by PUBLiCUS Asia Inc., extending the streak for 16 quarters now or since the fourth quarter of 2022.

The results serve as a reminder of TESDA’s responsibility to deliver accessible, relevant, and quality technical vocational education and training (TVET) for Filipinos.

From local training opportunities to emerging technologies and international skills competitions, TESDA remains committed to developing a skilled and globally competitive Filipino workforce.

Salamat sa tiwala, mga ka-TESDA! Patuloy tayo sa paghasa ng kakayahan at pagbubukas ng oportunidad para sa bawat Pilipino.

26/10/2026

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26/10/2026

𝐂𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐄 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐚 𝐅𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬

On October 21, 2026, the Cordillera State Institute of Technical Education (CSITE), together with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority – Cordillera Administrative Region (TESDA-CAR), formalized two (2) significant partnerships through the signing of Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs) at the 4th Floor Conference Hall, CSITE Main Campus, Military Cut-off, Baguio City.

The first partnership brings together TESDA – CAR, CSITE, and the Municipal Government of Paracelis, Mountain Province as the CSITE MP Campus Annex serving the Eastern Mt. Province. Under the leadership of Municipal Mayor Hon. Marcos G. Ayangwa, M.D. Witnessing this significant occasion were Daisy C. Bungallon, Executive Director of CSITE; Atty. Christian Van A. Talawec, RN, Municipal Youth Development Officer of Paracelis; and Proserphina P. Pacyado, Vocational School Administrator II of CSITE Mountain Province Campus.

Through this collaboration, the program aims to bring accessible, quality, and industry-responsive technical-vocational education and training (TVET) closer to the people of Paracelis, address geographical barriers to skills development, and create opportunities for employment, livelihood, and entrepreneurship.

Furthermore, CSITE also formalized a partnership with Lafayette Luxury Suites Baguio, represented by Epifania D. Abad, General Manager, alongside Engr. Glenn N. Murphy, Acting Regional Director of TESDA-CAR. Also present were Daisy C. Bungallon, Executive Director of CSITE; Eloisa Grace S. Dela Peña-Almonte, Human Resource Supervisor; and Melita D. Pinic, Acting Administrator of CSITE Main.

Focused on Supervised Industry Learning (SIL), this collaboration will give qualified CSITE trainees opportunities to experience a real hospitality workplace, apply their technical competencies, and become familiar with industry standards, operational procedures, and professional expectations.

Through sustained collaboration, CSITE continues to advance relevant skills development, support local communities, and help prepare trainees for employment, livelihood, and entrepreneurship opportunities.

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26/10/2026

𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬, 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬: 𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀-𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐨-𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬’ 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦

Bringing together competency assessment professionals and stakeholders, the 2026 Baguio-Benguet Assessors’ Forum was held on October 13, 2026, at the Human Kinetics College, Benguet State University, with 57 participants engaging in an exchange of knowledge, updates, and insights.

Led by Acting Provincial Director Arlene L. Cadalig of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Provincial Office of Benguet, the forum highlighted the importance of keeping competency assessors informed, aligned, and equipped to uphold the quality and credibility of the assessment and certification process.

Key discussions covered updates on Competency Assessment and Certification, promulgated Training Regulations (TRs) and Competency Assessment Tools (CATs), and the accreditation process for competency assessors. The forum also provided an avenue to present PTESDC Resolution No. 17, s. 2024, and PTESDC Resolution No. 11, s. 2026, alongside discussions on membership in the Association of Baguio-Benguet Accredited Competency Assessors (ABBACA) and the election of officers.

Beyond the presentations, the forum encouraged meaningful dialogue, allowing participants to raise questions, express concerns, and offer suggestions. The forum addressed these during the discussion, reinforcing the value of collaboration and open communication in addressing matters related to competency assessment and certification.

More than an avenue for updates, the forum reaffirmed TESDA-Benguet's and its stakeholders' shared commitment to strengthening assessment practices, promoting professional accountability, and ensuring TVET graduates are assessed against the competencies required by industry.

Through continued engagement and collaboration, TESDA-Benguet remains committed to advancing quality, integrity, and excellence in Technical-Vocational Education and Training (TVET) across Baguio and Benguet.

26/10/2026

🎉 A Successful Gathering for TVET Excellence!

The 2026 Regional TVET Trainers and TESDA Assessors’ Forum and Calibration successfully concluded, strengthening collaboration, competency standards, and quality assurance in TVET.

👏 Congratulations to the organizers, partners, trainers, assessors, and all participants for their commitment to advancing quality technical-vocational education!

Together, we continue Innovating TVET, Transforming Lives, and Shaping the Future! 💙



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24/10/2026

STATEMENT OF TESDA SECRETARY KIKO BENITEZ

As TESDA Secretary, I did not authorize anyone to offer any allocation or one amounting to ₱5 million to Senator Ping Lacson.

We thank the Senator for promptly informing us of these misrepresentations. We welcome the opportunity to get to the bottom of this matter and fully support efforts to establish the facts.

Senator Ping is an admirable advocate for good governance, transparency, and accountability—thrusts that this Office shares without reservation.

Given that it’s budget season, TESDA routinely reaches out to members of the Senate to inquire if they have concerns with the agency. Any improper offer, allocation, or solicitation in TESDA funds, or any other unauthorized arrangement, involving any legislator is contrary to this Office's directives.

An immediate internal investigation has been ordered to determine the truth, identify those responsible for any unauthorized actions or misrepresentations, and apply appropriate administrative and, if warranted, criminal cases.

TESDA has consistently maintained high trust and approval ratings, and we intend to keep the confidence of the Filipino people by providing our services with utmost integrity.

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STATEMENT OF TESDA SECRETARY KIKO BENITEZ

As TESDA Secretary, I did not authorize anyone to offer any allocation or one amounting to ₱5 million to Senator Ping Lacson.

We thank the Senator for promptly informing us of these misrepresentations. We welcome the opportunity to get to the bottom of this matter and fully support efforts to establish the facts.

Senator Ping is an admirable advocate for good governance, transparency, and accountability—thrusts that this Office shares without reservation.

Given that it’s budget season, TESDA routinely reaches out to members of the Senate to inquire if they have concerns with the agency. Any improper offer, allocation, or solicitation in TESDA funds, or any other unauthorized arrangement, involving any legislator is contrary to this Office's directives.

An immediate internal investigation has been ordered to determine the truth, identify those responsible for any unauthorized actions or misrepresentations, and apply appropriate administrative and, if warranted, criminal cases.

TESDA has consistently maintained high trust and approval ratings, and we intend to keep the confidence of the Filipino people by providing our services with utmost integrity.