June 26, 2023
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) reiterated on Monday that national certificates (NCs) being issued by the agency are not for sale.
The warning came following reports of fake NCs being sold online and following reports of a man who was recently arrested in Cotabato City for selling fake NCs.
“The NCs are only issued by TESDA offices to qualified individuals who have passed the assessment for their respective qualifications. When issued, these NCs are valid for five years,” said TESDA Director General Suharto Mangudadatu in a statement.
TESDA will regularly inspect its accredited training and assessment centers to check their compliance with regulations on program registration, and the conduct of assessment and certification.
Mangudadatu, meanwhile, advised certified workers and employers to verify the NCs’ authenticity online. TESDA’s Registry of Certified Workers can be accessed online through the agency’s website.
The public is also urged to report to TESDA anyone who may be selling fake NCs. They can call TESDA’s hotline, 8887-7777, or send a message to 0917-479-4370.
“TESDA prioritizes the integrity of its certification system in certifying middle-level workers to ensure their productivity, quality, and global competitiveness,” Mangudadatu said. (PNA)