The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority has partnered with GCash—the country’s leading finance app and largest cashless ecosystem, operated by G-Xchange Inc.—to enhance and broaden the reach of the TESDA Online Program (TOP) to help Filipinos in pursuing livelihood in technical-vocational fields.
To kickstart the partnership, TESDA is sponsoring 1,000 applications to its Competency Assessment and Certification for Workers (CACW), the agency's program that provides industry-recognized certifications to practicing professionals.
Through this initiative, eligible individuals no longer need to pay assessment fees to earn certifications that will allow them to pursue professional development.
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| Caregivers are among the first batch of trainees who received the TESDA Certificates of Commitment, which they can use to take the free assessment |
The partnership integrates the TESDA Online Program (TOP) into the GCash mobile app, leveraging GCash’s platform of meaningful innovation. TOP is TESDA's free e-learning platform for skills training across various industries. GCash users may now access TOP by opening the app and visiting GJobs, the jobs platform within GCash powered by PasaJob. Through GJobs, TOP enrollees can easily browse and apply for employment opportunities that match their newly acquired qualifications.
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| TOP browsing experience inside the GCash mobile app |
During the agreement signing last May 08, 2025, TESDA and GCash awarded Certificates of Commitment to the first batch of beneficiaries, which included firefighters and caregivers. With these certificates, beneficiaries may take the free assessment and can earn certifications that will allow them to seek higher-level jobs in the country or overseas.
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| Firefighters among the trainees who may now avail of the free assessment with their TESDA Certificates of Commitment |
The initiative addressing financial barriers to certification aims to allow more skilled and qualified Filipinos to secure better opportunities for themselves and their families, creating a ripple effect of inclusion, economic empowerment, and positive change.
“GCash's partnership with TESDA reflects our commitment to harnessing technologies to uplift and empower, and to pursue our mission of increasing every Filipino's access to opportunities for economic growth,” says G-Xchange Inc. Vice President and Head of Innovations Leonardo Ferdinand Byron Perez. “By hosting the TESDA Online Program in the super app, GCash is helping bridge the gap between learning and livelihood, as it highlights the importance of public-private partnerships in creating accessible pathways to a brighter future.”
TESDA will be accepting applications for free assessment under the CACW until May 30, 2025. Eligible applicants—workers who are currently engaged in any form of employment and who have a GCash account—are encouraged to apply to qualify. Interested applicants may visit the nearest TESDA Provincial or District Offices in NCR, Region III, or Region IV-A with their requirements.
For more information, visit https://www.gcash.com.
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BE TESDA-Certified for Free with GCash
Mechanics:
1. Free assessment through TESDA’s Competency Assessment and Certification for Workers (CACW) shall be provided to interested participants. Eligibility requirements are:
- With a GCash account; and
- Workers currently employed or engaged in livelihood jobs
2. Interested participants may visit the nearest TESDA Provincial/District Offices in Regions NCR, III, and IV-A and provide the following to the TESDA Representative/s:
- Valid Identification Card
- Duly accomplished application form with a recent passport-size picture;
- Duly accomplished Self-Assessment Guide for the qualification applied for.
- Certificate of Employment for industry workers and/or Barangay Certificate for those engaged in livelihood jobs; and
- Screenshot of GCash Profile Account or actual GCash Profile.
3. TESDA Provincial/District Office shall assess the submitted application documents of interested participants to determine if qualified for free assessment. A Certificate of Commitment for a free assessment shall be issued to qualified participants.
4. TESDA Provincial/District Office shall facilitate the scheduling of competency assessment, including the competency assessor and assessment center.
5. Interested participants may claim the free assessment through CACW from May 8 to 30, 2025, while the Certificate of Commitment is valid from May 8 to December 31, 2025.
*The same mechanics applied to the launch (tentatively on May 8), except that the TESDA Representatives will be present at the venue. Assessment Centers are also invited to the launch to expedite the facilitation of the free assessment.
TESDA x GCash: Be TESDA-Certified for Free!
Level Up Your Skills – Get Assessed for Free This May!
Thanks to the exciting new partnership between TESDA and GCash, workers can now avail of FREE competency assessments through TESDA’s Competency Assessment and Certification for Workers (CACW) program!
📅 Validity Period:
May 8 to 30, 2025
Certificates of Commitment are valid until December 31, 2025.
✅ Who Can Avail of The Free Assessment?
To qualify for the free competency assessment, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be currently employed or engaged in livelihood work; and
Have an active GCash account
📝 How to Apply:
Visit your nearest TESDA Provincial or District Office in NCR, Region III, or Region IV-A.
Submit the following requirements:
- Valid identification card
- Completed Application form with a recent passport-size photo (white background) and name tag. Download the application form here.
- Fully accomplished Self-Assessment Guide for the qualification you’re applying for. Download Self-Assessment Guide here.
- Proof of Employment:
- Certificate of Employment (for industry workers)
- OR Barangay Certificate (for self-employed or livelihood earners)
- GCash Account Verification:
- A screenshot of your GCash profile or show your actual GCash profile
🛠️ What Happens After You Apply?
- TESDA will review your application and documents to confirm eligibility.
- If you meet the criteria, you will receive a Certificate of Commitment for your free competency assessment.
- TESDA will then coordinate with an accredited assessment center, and assign a competency assessor for the conduct of assessment.
- Once scheduled, TESDA will notify you about your assessment date.
- After successfully passing, you’ll receive your TESDA e-Certificate via email!
Don’t miss out on this FREE opportunity to enhance your skills and boost your career. Take the first step now and get certified with TESDA and GCash!
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