Glossary of Terms

refers to any of the following: Community-based – short term programs conducted by Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), LGUs, training centers and other TVET providers which are intended to address the specific needs of a community. Such programs can be conducted in informal settings such as barangay hall, basketball courts, etc. These programs can also be Mobile Training Program (MTP) Dual Training System (DTS)/Dualized Training Program (DTP) – training is conducted in two venues, the institution and establishment; E-Learning – an umbrella term providing computer instruction online over the public internet, private distance learning networks or in house via an internet; Enterprise-based - training program being implemented within companies/firms. These programs can be apprenticeship or learnership; Institution-based – TVET program in Technical Vocational Institutions (TVIs), State Universities and Colleges (SUCs), Local Colleges and Universities (LCUs), Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), TESDA Technology Institutions (TTIs), and in training centers such as Local Government Unit (LGU)-manpower centers, Regional Training Centers (RTCs), and Provincial Training Centers (PTCs). Mobile Training Program - registered program that is transportable bringing with it all the necessary tools, equipment, consumables including the trainer

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responsive to the workforce challenges and needs defined by employers.
Source: ETA 2008, USA

external factors that drive economic growths which will somehow influence the programs and direction of the TVET training providers.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 060 s. 2020

the DND-identified personnel and recognized as Community-Based Trainer for Community-Based Training programs.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 074, s. 2020

refers to the process by which the Qualifications and Standards Office introduces the newly promulgated Training Regulation, developed Competency Assessment Tools and promulgated assessment fees to the TESDA Regional, Provincial, District officials, TESDA focal persons on training/assessment, TVET partners, and other stakeholders for utilization and implementation in their respective areas.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 101, s. 2021

a physically separate/enclosed and appropriately equipped area within a company, an organization or a training center where actual assessment shall take place.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 41, s. 2017 refers to a facility appropriately equipped and designated by the Provincial Office where actual assessment may take place.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 032 s. 2021

are the legal heirs of the student grantees (learners) who will benefit from the insurance proceeds in case of death of the student grantee (learner).
Source: TESDA Circular No. 091 s. 2019

refers to the person responsible in the recruitment, promotion and selection activities assigned in the Human Resource Management Division (HRMD) in the Central Office. The Financial and Administrative Services Division (FASD).
Source: TESDA Circular No. 119, s. 2019

refers to international or local organizations, nongovernment organizations, civil society organizations, people’s organizations, government-owned or controlled corporations which provide funds or contributions to TESDA in the promotion and enhancement of TVET.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 007 s. 2021

a person who has impairment that produces functional limitations, restrictions in activities or has social handicap.
Source: WHO