Article/content: 23 February 2026 – The TESDA Leyte Provincial Office conducted the 2026 Provincial TVET Forum for Districts 1 and 2, held at Hotel La Rica, Tacloban City. This forum oriented partner institutions on TESDA’s latest strategic directions through policy discussions, knowledge-sharing, and strengthened institutional linkages. The said event aims to unify efforts in delivering responsive programs aligned with local and national workforce goals, promoting best practices, and fostering a collective commitment to effective TVET program delivery.
TESDA Leyte Provincial Director Enrico C. Banario led the forum, and graced by TESDA Region VIII Regional Director Dan M. Navarro in attendance, for school administrators from TTIs/TVIs and managers of assessment centers.
The team was able to update and capacitate the participants on TESDA’s current priorities, policies, guidelines, and reform initiatives. Discussions focused on:
- New Omnibus Guidelines and updates on Scholarship Implementation and Competency Assessment and Certification (CAC) Systems.
- Orientation on Enterprise-based Education and Training (EBET) registration and implementation.
- Updates and Validation of Provincial Skills Priorities (PSP) – Year 3 (CY 2026).
- Program Registration guidelines and implementation.
These discussions aimed to enhance institutional readiness, governance, and operational efficiency in TVET program delivery.
