Agri-Fishery Programs of Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Schools and Training Centers: Basis for A Sustainability Plan

Abstract

The study was conducted to evaluate the Agri-fishery Programs of TESDA Schools and Training Centers to be the basis for sustainability plan.. It employed a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews to gather a holistic perspective of teaching methodologies, adequacy of resources and overall impact of the Agriculture Program. Insights derived from this study are expected to inform policymakers, educational administrators, and industry stakeholders to enhance the quality and relevance of agricultural education, ultimately contributing to the development of skilled and adaptive agricultural workforce. Results of the study showed that there is a very highly manifestation of the competencies acquired that are useful to respondents’ present job. It took them 1 to 3 months to land a decent job while others are on their own farm. The study revealed that Agriculture programs in TESDA Schools and Training Centers are still few, but it is in accordance with their specialization and is very effective according to the set indicators. Learners need to have a greater perspective on the importance of agriculture for food security and self-sustenance. Moreover, perception of the graduates, training institutions and administrators has no significant difference on the perceptions on the satisfaction of Agri-fishery programs. On way forward is the sustainability plan for the continuous strengthening of Agri-fishery programs for TVET through massive career orientation, intensifying TVET training for agriculture and upgrading of the program.