Free TESDA Certification for SHS TVL Graduates (SY 2023-2024)

Attention all Schools with Senior High School Technical Vocational Livelihood (TVL) Tracks!

This is an important announcement regarding a great opportunity for your graduating SHS TVL students (School Year 2023-2024). The Department of Education (DepEd), in collaboration with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), is offering a free assessment and certification program.

This program aims to ensure the quality and validate the skills of TVL graduates, ultimately enhancing their job readiness.

What this means for your Graduates:

  • Free National Competency Assessment and Certification in their chosen TVL specialization.
  • Increased Job Market Value: A TESDA certification demonstrates competency and increases their appeal to potential employers.
  • Career Advancement: Certification can open doors to higher-paying jobs or promotions.

What Schools Need to Do (Urgently!)

To ensure your graduates can participate, DepEd requires all Regional Offices (ROs) to submit a list of graduating TVL students by Monday, May 27, 2024.

Here's How to Submit the List:

  1. Data Collection: Use the provided template (Annex A) to compile a list of your graduating TVL students, including their names and specializations.
  1. Electronic Format: Submit the completed list electronically with a signed transmittal from your Regional Director.
  2. Email: Send the electronic file to DR. LEILA P. AREOLA, Director IV, Bureau of Learning Delivery at bld.od@deped.gov.ph.
  3. File Naming: Use the following format: RegionZZZ_shstvlgrads (Replace ZZZ with your Region Code).
  4. Email Subject: Use: listofshstvigrad_regionZZZ (Replace ZZZ with your Region Code).

Additional Information:

  • The TVL Regional and Division Supervisors will monitor school and teacher compliance.
  • The Bureau of Learning Delivery (BLD) will track regional submissions.
  • All student information will be treated with strict confidentiality.

For further inquiries, please contact the BLD Office of the Director (OD):

  • Email: bld.od@deped.gov.ph or bld.tld@deped.gov.ph

Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity for your graduating TVL students! Take action today and ensure they can benefit from this free TESDA certification program.