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7686
February 25, 1994
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There are three training modalities being implemented in partnership with companies/establishments.
These are:
a. Apprenticeship Program a training and employment program involving a contract between an
apprentice and an employer on an approved apprenticeable occupation. Generally, it aims to
provide a mechanism that will ensure availability of qualified skilled workers based on industry
requirements. The period of apprenticeship covers a minimum of four (4) months to a maximum
of six (6) months. Only companies with approved and registered Apprenticeship Program under
TESDA can hire apprentices.
b. Learnership Program is a practical training on-the-job for approved learnable occupations for
a period not exceeding three (3) months. Only companies with TESDA approved and registered
Learnership Program can hire learners.
c. Dual Training System - The DTS is a unique and most suitable training modality as the training
takes place in the school/training center and in the partner-company within a period of one and a
half to two years. It is a type of training modality that employs an active partnership between the
business enterprises and technical vocational schools, thereby ensuring a steady supply of best
job-fit and ready workers to the industry. Its legal basis is RA 7686, or the DTS Act of 1994.
Under the DTS, the training is tailor-fit based on the actual needs of the accredited partner
industries, including their employment requirements (physical and behavioral domain of workers).
Participating companies are assured of savings and returns in their investments thru tax incentives
and less labor costs apart from having desirable and competent workers who are trained in
accordance to their needs, standards, and facilities.
highly competitive and in demand in the labor market. The technology used in a way dictates the
likely knowledge, skills and attitudes to be possessed by the trainees.
d. Most of all, DTS trainees become responsible and productive workers. DTS ensures that
trainees undergo systematic development of trade skills and knowledge making them productive
and responsible community members.