UMak Institute for Technical Education and Skills Training

20/07/2026

IN PHOTOS: UMak-ITEST successfully conducted its first Tech-Voc Skills Summer Boot Camp in collaboration with Ardent Networks, Inc. last July 7-8, 2026, at the UCNT Training Lab, Building 1, Room 308.

The boot camp was led by resource person Mr. Efren Morga, who also serves as Grandstream's certifying authority for the Asia-Pacific Region.

Held free of charge for interested CCIS students, the boot camp trained and certified participants alongside technicians from Ardent Networks, Inc., ITEST's industry partner.

The training covered modules on Unified Communications Certification, Routing and Network Switching Certification, and Wireless Network Communication Certification. (Photo: Ericson Nale/ITEST)

20/07/2026

The University of Makati - Institute for Technical Education and Skills Training (ITEST) proudly celebrates a 100% passing rate for its ITEST trainees in the TESDA National Certificate II (NC II) Assessment across the following qualifications:

HVAC – Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
EIM – Electrical Installation and Maintenance
F&B – Food and Beverage Services
MASSAGE – Hilot Wellness Massage
CSS – Computer System Servicing
SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding)

This achievement is a testament to the excellence, dedication, and perseverance that define every UMak-trained individual in technical and vocational education.

Congratulations to all Tech-Voc summer boot camp participants and instructors.

RISE. Shine. Anywhere!

15/07/2026

IN PHOTOS: UMak joins Makati Internship Program Culminating Activity and Job Fair for Makati Youth

Booths for the UMak Institute for Technical Education and Skills Training and the UMak Center for Technology Incubation and Enterprise Development were set up today, July 15, at the Makati Coliseum for the culminating activity and job fair of the Makati Internship Program (📸 Ericson Nale, UMak-ITEST)

11/06/2026

📢 ADMISSION IS STILL OPEN! 📢

Apply now and start building a brighter future with ITEST!

The Institute for Technical Education & Skills Training (ITEST), University of Makati is still accepting applicants until the 1st Week of July 2026!

Take advantage of this opportunity to acquire industry-relevant skills and enhance your employability through our scholarship-supported training programs.

FREE SCHOLARSHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS AVAILABLE!
1-Year Program
• Automotive Servicing

5-Month Programs
• Food and Beverage Services
• Computer Systems Servicing
• HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
• Electrical Installation and Maintenance
• Manual Machine Operations
• Unified Communication Network Technician
• Welding and Fabrication
• Hilot Wellness Massage

REQUIREMENTS
School Credential (Any One of the following):
• Form 137
• Form 138
• Transcript of Records (TOR)
• High School Diploma
• College Diploma
Barangay Certificate of Residency
Voter's Registration
Two (2) Passport-Size Photos (White Background). Applicant's name must be clearly indicated.
Permit to Study (For Currently Employed Applicants)

Application Period: Open until the 1st Week of July 2026

Visit our office:
Institute for Technical Education & Skills Training (ITEST)
Unit 305, Academic Building 1, University of Makati, J.P. Rizal Extension, Taguig City
Email: [email protected]
page: UMak Institute for Technical Education and Skills Training

Office Hours:
Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our office and submit the following requirements:

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03/06/2026

https://www.umak.edu.ph/academics/college/itest/

The Institute for Technical Education and Skills Training (ITEST), formerly Center for Technical Education and Skills Training (CTEST); Makati Training, Placement, and Livelihood Consortia - MTPLC)

11/11/2025

Enroll Today. Build Your Future here at the University of Makati Institute for Technical Education and Skills Training!

COURSE OFFERED:
Automotive Servicing (1 Year)
Computer System Servicing (5 Months)
Electrical Installation & Maintenance (5 Months)
Food and Beverage Service (5 Months)
Unified Communication Network Technician (Formerly Fiber Optic Technician) (5 Months)
Hilot Wellness (5 Months)
Manual Machine Operations (5 Months)
Welding & Fabrication (5 Months)
Heating, Ventilation, And Air Conditioning (5 Months)
Domestic Solar PV Installation Technician (5 Months)

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Visit our website: www.UMak.edu.ph/apply-techvoc

Visit us: Unit 305, 3rd Floor, Academic Building I,
University of MakatI Campus, JP Rizal Extension, Brgy West Rembo, Taguig City 1644
E-mail us: [email protected]; [email protected]
Contact us: +63 998-635-5797

11/07/2025