TESDA Region I

𝟏𝟐 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬

TESDA Regional Office I successfully conducted the CTEC Regional Association Meeting on May 12, 2026 via Zoom, bringing together representatives from TESDA offices, Local Government Units (LGUs), Technical Vocational Institutions (TVIs), and industry partners across Region I.

The activity aimed to formally establish the Regional CTEC Association as the official organization of Community Training and Employment Coordinators (CTECs) in Region I. It also served as a platform to strengthen coordination, partnership, and collaboration among stakeholders in support of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs and initiatives.

One of the highlights of the meeting was the presentation of Provincial CTEC Officers from Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, La Union, and Pangasinan, fostering camaraderie and stronger regional cooperation among participants. This was followed by the successful conduct of the election process for the creation of the Regional CTEC Association.

The newly elected Regional CTEC Association officers are expected to lead initiatives that promote unity, active participation, and stronger partnerships among member provinces in advancing TVET programs and community-based training efforts in the region.

𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀-𝐋𝐌𝐌𝐒𝐀𝐓 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝟏𝟐𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority – Luciano Millan Memorial School of Arts and Trades (TESDA-LMMSAT) actively participated in the 124th Labor Day Job Fair in Urdaneta City, promoting skills development, employment, and livelihood opportunities for the community.
Led by Mr. Jesus O. Salagubang, Vocational School Administrator III, the TESDA-LMMSAT delegation highlighted TESDA’s commitment to accessible and quality technical-vocational education. Job seekers were encouraged to take advantage of TESDA’s scholarship programs, skills training, and national certification opportunities.

One of the highlights of the activity was the Wellness Demonstration conducted by Mr. Arnold S. Ancheta, Instructor I, featuring Massage Therapy and Hilot Wellness. Free pampering services were also provided to selected applicants and participants, attracting visitors who inquired about TESDA courses, scholarships, and certification processes.
The event was conducted alongside various government service initiatives, including Kadiwa ng Pangulo, TUPAD payout, government one-stop services, and free legal and personal care services.

Held on May 1, 2026, the activity carried the theme “𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗵𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗟𝗮𝗵𝗮𝘁: 𝗜𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮-𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴,” and concluded with the message of Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirming the government’s commitment to job generation, skills development, and inclusive economic growth.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐏𝐃 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐒. 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐨𝐲! 🎉🎂

TESDA Region I joyfully extends its heartfelt birthday greetings to Provincial Director Sharon S. Estigoy of TESDA Ilocos Norte.

Today, we celebrate not only your birthday but also the inspiring person and leader that you are. Your dedication, humility, and sincere commitment to public service continue to touch many lives and inspire those around you to serve with excellence and compassion. Through your guidance and leadership, countless individuals have been empowered through education, skills development, and opportunities that create hope for a better future. Your passion for uplifting communities and supporting meaningful programs truly reflects your heart for service.

As you celebrate another year of life, may God continue to bless you abundantly with strength, wisdom, happiness, and good health. May He guide you in all your endeavors and grant you more fruitful years filled with purpose, peace, and joy.

Thank you for your inspiring leadership and unwavering dedication! Your TESDA Uno Family joins you in celebrating this special day and wishes you all the best today and always.

𝐁𝐄 𝐀 𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐑! 📢🎓

The Provincial Training Center-Pangasinan (PTC) is now accepting applicants for several scholarship programs! If you're looking to gain new skills and jumpstart your career,

𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬:
Bread and Pastry Production NC II
Construction Painting NC II
PV Systems Installation NC II
Masonry NC II

𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬:
Free Skills Training
Free National Competency Assessment
Training Support Fund/Allowance

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Photocopy of PSA Birth Certificate (or Marriage Certificate for married women)
Original Copy of Medical Certificate
Original Copy of Latest Barangay Clearance
Diploma / Transcript of Record / Report Card
2pcs 1x1 size picture

𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝:
May 11-21, 2026

𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞:
First Come, First Served Basis!

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲:
Visit or contact the Provincial Training Center-Pangasinan:
Address: Capitol Compound, Poblacion, Lingayen, Pangasinan
Phone: 0991-448-1532
Email: [email protected]

𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞!

📢 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 | 𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈

TESDA Region I is currently looking for a qualified individual to fill the position of Supervising Technical Education and Skills Development Specialist at the 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 - 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧

✅𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬
Plantilla Item No.: TESDA-SVTESDS-62-2017
Monthly Salary: Php 81,796.00 (Salary Grade 22)
Education: Bachelor’s Degree relevant to the job
Experience: 3 years of relevant experience
Training: 16 hours of relevant training
Eligibility: Career Service (Professional) Second Level Eligibility

✅ 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠
Effective work in vocational education and training.
Leading workplace communication and developing small teams/individuals.
Supervision of quality customer service, program implementation, and quality standards.
Supervision of workplace health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
Mentoring and coaching personnel while utilizing IT applications.

Interested applicants must submit the following documents by 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

✅ 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
• Personal Data Sheet (PDS): Fully accomplished with Work Experience Sheet and recent passport-sized picture (CS Form No. 212, Revised 2025); must be digitally or electronically signed.
• Performance Rating: Copy of rating from the last period (if applicable).
• Eligibility: Copy of proof of eligibility, rating, or license.
• Education: Copy of Transcript of Records or Diploma.
• Awards: Certified true copy of Proof of Awards and Recognition (if applicable).
Employment: Certified true copy of proof of employment and/or previous appointment (if applicable).
• References: List of five (5) character references with full contact details.
• Training: List of trainings attended with certified true copies of certificates.

✅ 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲
Applications should be addressed to the head of office and can be submitted via courier or email:

RAMON EVAN T. RUIZ
Regional Director
TESDA Regional Office I, City of San Fernando, La Union
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Contact: (+63) 961-741-9306

𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞:
Applications with incomplete documents will not be entertained. TESDA Region I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all interested including PWDs and members of indigenous communities.

TESDA Region I Conducts Experts’ Meeting in Preparation for the Upcoming CY 2026 Regional Skills Olympics

TESDA Region I successfully conducted an Experts’ Meeting in preparation for the upcoming Regional Skills Olympics (RSO). The meeting gathered technical experts and trainers from the following fifteen (15) skills areas: Automobile Technology, Bakery, Beauty Therapy, Cooking, Carpentry, Electrical Installations, Fashion Technology, Floristry, Graphic Design Technology, Hairdressing, Hotel Reception, Landscape Gardening, Restaurant Services, Wall and Floor Tiling, and Welding.

Held on May 06, 2026 at the Regional Office I Conference Room, the activity brought together participants to engage in focused discussions and workshops aimed at finalizing key preparations and strengthening competition systems, guidelines, and technical standards to ensure smooth implementation of the event.

A key output of the meeting was the finalization of the “Competition Packages,” which include marking criteria, required tools and equipment, and skills management plans. Experts also reviewed the Competition Information System (CIS) and finalized agreements to ensure fair, accurate, and consistent competition standards across all skills areas.

The session was guided by Mr. Jovencio F. Panida, Vice Chairperson of the Technical Committee, with support from TESDA Region I officials. Assistant Regional Director Larry F. Dizon, Sr. emphasized alignment with global standards, while RTC I Administrator Mr. Artemio S. Pulido highlighted the goal of producing highly skilled and competitive workers.

The activity strengthens TESDA Region I’s preparations for a well-organized Regional Skills Olympics that promotes excellence and workforce readiness.

𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐂 𝐈𝐈 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐊 𝐓𝐒𝐅 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦

TESDA Ilocos Norte proudly celebrated two major milestones through the successful conduct of the Training Induction Program (TIP) for the Handloom Weaving (Upright) NC II Training, attended by 25 scholars from Nueva Era.
The activity was led by Provincial Director Sharon Sinlao Estigoy, who emphasized that the initiative supports the directive of TESDA Director General Kiko Benitez to strengthen and expand programs for the creative sector while preserving cultural heritage and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for communities.

Municipal Vice Mayor Caroline Arzadon-Garvida expressed the Local Government Unit’s full support for the initiative, recognizing its role in preserving local culture and opening more economic opportunities for the people of Nueva Era.

Meanwhile, Ms. Achelle Anne B. Corpuz presented the updated TSF distribution system through the Land Bank of the Philippines. Scholars will open LANDBANK PISO or PISO Plus accounts to receive their allowances, ensuring faster, safer, and more transparent transactions with simplified requirements and no initial deposit.

The training will be implemented by the Provincial Training Center–Banna under the leadership of Center Administrator Irvin D. Tolentino.

Held at Brgy. Garnaden, Nueva Era, the event highlighted the province’s very first implementation of the 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐔𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭) 𝐍𝐂 𝐈𝐈 program and the initial rollout of the 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐊 system for 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 (𝐓𝐒𝐅) distribution, held on May 5, 2026.

TESDA Ilocos Norte extends its heartfelt gratitude to the LGU of Nueva Era and all partners and stakeholders for their unwavering support in making this initiative possible. Together, we continue to empower communities, preserve culture, and create opportunities for a better future.

07 May 2026 | TESDA Regional Office Actively Participates in Fire Safety Seminar and Drill for Emergency Preparedness

A comprehensive Fire Safety Seminar and Drill was successfully conducted at the TESDA Regional Office, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to preparedness, prevention, and employee safety in the workplace.

The activity aimed to equip personnel with essential knowledge and practical skills in responding to fire-related emergencies. Through both classroom discussion and hands-on drill exercises, participants were trained on proper fire prevention practices, emergency response protocols, and the correct use of firefighting equipment.

The seminar was led by experienced fire safety officers who emphasized the importance of awareness, quick decision-making, and coordinated response during emergencies.

Key resource speakers and facilitators of the activity included:
SFO2 Jonathan C. Domingo – Chief Administrative Officer
FO3 Lee Nathaniel M. Diaz – Emergency Medical Services Personnel
FO2 Mike Angelo D. Suyat – Operations Personnel

Each facilitator played a vital role in ensuring that the seminar was both informative and practical, allowing participants to experience realistic emergency scenarios and learn proper response techniques.

The drill portion of the program simulated actual fire situations, enabling employees to practice evacuation procedures and apply what they learned during the lecture. This hands-on approach helped strengthen their readiness and confidence in handling emergencies.

The initiative reflects TESDA Regional Office’s continuous efforts to promote a safe working environment and ensure that all personnel are well-prepared to safeguard lives and property during unforeseen incidents.

7 May 2026 | Warmest congratulations to the 2026 TWSP graduates in OAP NC II in La Union.

“Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” TESDA Uno Regional Director Ramon Evan T. Ruiz imparted this timeless wisdom to the scholars in Organic Agriculture Production (OAP) NC II under the 2026 Training for Work Scholarship Program (TWSP) during their graduation ceremony held at the Function Room of the JFC Training and Assessment Center Inc, San Fernando City, La Union.

This reflects TESDA’s advocacy of empowering the workforce through quality technical-vocational education — turning training into trabaho.

Director Ruiz encouraged the graduates to apply what they have learned with passion ad purpose, finding opportunities through the skills and values acquired and become productive especially in the field of agriculture.

Also, present during the ceremony were:
Mr. Virgilio Ace Boado – SHS Supervisor, DepED-La Union Division
Mr. Justino F. Casuga – JFC, School Administrator
Atty. Maria Theresa Sanglay – JFC, Board of Director

TESDA Region I extends its heartfelt greetings to all our employees celebrating their birthdays this week, 11-17 May 2026.

May your special day be filled with joy, love, and blessings, and may the year ahead bring you continued success and happiness both in your personal and professional journey.

Your dedication and service to TESDA inspire excellence, and today we celebrate YOU!