DTI, TESDA craft HRD program for construction

MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has entered into an agreement with the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to implement human resource development programs for the construction industry.

In a statement, the DTI said it is implementing the agreement through the Construction Industry and Authority of the Philippines (CIAP) and the Construction Manpower Development Foundation (CMDF).

The CIAP is tasked to promote, accelerate and regulate the growth and development of the construction industry.

Meanwhile, the CMDF serves as the human resource development arm of CIAP.

Under the agreement, the DTI and TESDA will implement programs to provide competent construction manpower.

By having more competent workers in the construction industry, the two agencies want to help accelerate the delivery of infrastructure projects under the Build Build Build program.

The DTI is also implementing the program as it supports the goal to promote a globally competitive and innovative industry and services sector which can contribute to inclusive growth and job creation.

The agreement revives the relationship forged by TESDA and CMDF through their internal and external trainings for capacity building.

As part of the program, the Construction Manpower Development Center in Dasmariñas, Cavite will likewise be used as venue for training and construction assessment programs.

The training materials provided by CMDF to the trainings conducted by TESDA will be synchronized and aligned with the Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) set for the programs.

The PQF, which describes the level of educational qualifications and sets the standards for qualification outcomes, is a program being implemented by the TESDA, Department of Education, Commission on Higher Education, Professional Regulation Commission and Department of Labor and Employment.