Our Mandate
TESDA was established through the enactment of Republic Act No. 7796 otherwise known as the "Technical Education and Skills Development Act of 1994", which was signed into law by President Fidel V. Ramos on August 25, 1994.
This Act aims to encourage the full participation of and mobilize the industry, labor, local government units and technical-vocational institutions in the skills development of the country's human resources.
The merging of the National Manpower and Youth Council (NMYC) of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). The Bureau of Technical and Vocational Education (BTVE) of the Department of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS), and the Apprenticeship Program of the Bureau of Local Employment (BLE) of the DOLE gave birth to TESDA.
Mission & Vision
Mission
TESDA sets direction, promulgates relevant standards, and implements programs geared towards a quality-assured and inclusive technical education and skills development and certification system.
We provide direction, policies, programs and standards towards quality technical education and skills development.
- Promote and strengthen the quality of technical education and skills development programs
- Focus on competency assessment and certification
- Develop a culture of excellence in TVET institutions
Vision
TESDA is the leading partner in the development of the Filipino workforce with world-class competence and positive work values.
We envision TESDA to be the leading authority in technical education and skills development that sets the direction, promulgates relevant standards, and implements programs for a quality-assured, inclusive, and sustainable technical education and skills development and certification system.
- Globally competitive Filipino workforce
- Responsive and inclusive TVET system
- Culture of innovation and excellence
