TESDA vs TVL: What you really should know between the two?

3 min read

Apr 25, 2018

With the increase in demand for technical-vocational skills in the country, TESDA and TVL have become two of the common words that students encounter and use interchangeably.

Here’s a quick round-up of facts about TESDA and TVL.

TESDA stands for Technical Education and Skills Development Authority created through RA no. 7796. It is the government agency that manages and supervises the technical-vocational programs in the country. It was established in 1994 to assist in the enhancement of the technical-vocational skills of the country’s human resource and the development of mid-level manpower.

TVL, on the other hand, is one of the tracks for Senior High School students that offers tech-voc lessons. It is under the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 that adds additional 2 years in basic education.  It has four strands: Agri-fishery Arts, Home Economics, Industrial Arts, and Information and Communications Technology (ICT).

So what really is the difference between the two? What are the major similarities and differences? Knowing these details will help you choose which one is best for you as you check out available courses based on your interests.

AREA TESDA COURSE TVL TRACK
What’s next for me after completing a TESDA course or TVL strand? –    Individuals that are not in Senior High can take TESDA courses and gain Certificate of Competency or National Certificates.  

–    Graduates can take further assessments for NC III and IV as well as Diploma courses.

–    Senior High School students who take the TVL strand can already receive a National Certificate II, provided they will pass the competency-based assessment from TESDA.  

–    Graduates can take further assessments for NC III and IV as well as Diploma courses.

Who is eligible to study in TESDA or under TVL strand? Alternative Learning System graduates (ALS) and other interested individuals can also take TESDA courses. Eligible grade 11 students who passed Junior High School (Grade 10) may enroll in TVL courses.
What are the assessments required? –    National Certificate  

–    Certificate of Competency

–    National Certificate  

–    Certificate of Competency

Who offers TVL? Who offers TESDA? TESDA centers, tech-Voc schools, colleges, and universities Tec-Voc schools, colleges, and universities
Benefits Both programs provide essential knowledge and skills that are relevant to various job-generating industries like Agriculture, Fisheries, Manufacturing, Construction, IT and Communications, Hospitality, Tourism, and Food and Beverage.

 

Want to know which TVL or TESDA course is suitable for you? Explore Edukasyon.ph and find schools that offer these courses near your location.

 

Written By:

Karl Nicole Nucum

Karl has been in the writing industry for more than five years now. She finished Bachelor of Arts in English Major in Broadcast Journalism. Aside from happily doing household chores, her most productive spare time includes reading tech articles and learning more about digital marketing.

Take care of your mental health

>
Generation Zen

Students’ Guide to Flying with Singapore Airlines

4 min read
Feb 21, 2024
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

Students’ Guide to Flying with Singapore Airlines

4 min read
Feb 21, 2024
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

How to Ditch the Mindless Scroll and Have Fun on the Internet Instead

6 min read
Dec 22, 2023
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

5 Things You Can STILL Do Online Even in Your F2F Learning

5 min read
Dec 22, 2023
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

How To Channel Confidence This Back-to-School Season

3 min read
Aug 11, 2022
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

Which Wellness Reminder Do You Need Today?

1 min read
May 25, 2022
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

5 Ways To Deal With Face-To-Face Classes Anxiety

6 min read
Apr 22, 2022
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

3 Ways You Can Do a Wellness Check-In

4 min read
Apr 19, 2022
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

5 Ways to Manifest Wellness in Your Life

11 min read
Apr 12, 2022
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

Dear Besties, Why Am I Not Feeling Well Today?

7 min read
Apr 12, 2022
Like this post
>
Digital Learning

3 Ways Online Learning Has Made Us Better Students

5 min read
Mar 18, 2022
Like this post
>
Generation Zen

5 Ways to Positively Use the Internet in 2022

3 min read
Mar 18, 2022
Like this post
View More Stories
Explore new paths
Career Guide

No need to cram! This is the fun kind.

Quests

Learn and earn rewards along the way!

Resources

Planning for college? Don’t worry, we gotchu!

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Let us help you achieve your dream job by matching you with the right schools.

Need more info?

Send us a Message

Error