Glossary of Terms

refers to a system by which the learner is trained on the basis of demonstrated ability.
Source: R.A. No. 11230

refers to a system by which the learner acquires a competency or a qualification based on demonstrated ability rather than on the time spent on training.
Source: TESDA Circular 107, s. 2021

properly or sufficiently qualified or fit to perform tasks associated with the job.
Source: Wahba 2013; TESDA Circular No. 107, s. 2021

the formal or informal expression of customer dissatisfaction with service received from the TESDA.
Source: Operating Procedure - Customer Satisfaction Management System

refer to requests or applications submitted by clients of a government office which necessitate the use of discretion in the resolution of complicated issues by an officer or employee of said government office, such transaction to be determined by the office concerned.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 123 s. 2020

refers to the process of verifying the compliance of an institution with the minimum requirements per Training Regulations, Unified TVET TVET Program Registration and Accreditation System (UTPRAS) and Philippine TVET Competency and Certification System (PTCACS) guidelines

Source: TESDA Circular No. 47, s. 2022; TESDA-OP-IAS-02 Rev. 02 - Compliance Audit for PTCACS; TESDA-OP-IAS-01 Rev. 01 - For Program Registration

an educational method in which a computer is the primary medium for instruction and learning.
Source: Ministry of Labour 2005, Jordan

a list of tools and equipment, learning resources, equipment and facilities which effectuate the learning and assessment to take place
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preventive maintenance initiated as a result of knowledge of the condition of an item from routine or continuous checking.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 59, s. 2017

is a grade below the passing mark but may be made up for by successful repetition of the course or by passing a reexamination
Source: TESDA Circular No. 021, s. 2023