TESDA all set for 2024 national skills competition

August 16, 2024

To showcase the exceptional skills and talents of Filipino technical vocational education and training (TVET) graduates, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) is set to open on August 21 the 2024 Philippine National Skills Competition (PNSC) at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

With the theme “Empowering the Future: Advancing Skills for Tomorrow”, the 2024 PNSC will feature over 200 competitors from across the country participating in 25 different skill areas as part of TESDA’s 30th Anniversary celebration.

These skill areas are Cybersecurity, Information Network Cabling, IT Network Systems Administration, IT Software Solutions for Business, Web Technologies, CNC Maintenance, Electronics, Carpentry, Mechatronics, Welding, Cabinet Making, and Cooking.

Other skill areas are Hotel Reception, Plumbing and Heating, Hairdressing, Wall and Floor Tiling, Mechanical Engineering CAD, Restaurant Service, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Beauty Therapy, Bakery, Electrical Installations, Fashion Technology, Graphic Design Technology, and Automobile Technology.

During the PNSC kickoff held last August 5, TESDA Spokesperson and Deputy Director General for TESD Operations Vidal D. Villanueva III stressed that the Philippine National Skills Competition is not just a showcase of talent but also a powerful demonstration of how skills development can transform lives and build a more resilient nation. “Through this competition, we are not only empowering our youth to excel but also preparing them to make a meaningful impact on the global stage,” he added.

Meanwhile, the 2024 PNSC also serves as a platform for collaboration between TESDA and various industry partners. This year, the competition is supported by Goldtown, Hytec Power Inc. with Yalong, Dolang, Doosan, and Schneider Electric, Hexatronics, FESTO, Middleby Philippines, KNX Training, Astoria Plaza, FELTA, and Equilibrium Intertrade among others who have provided valuable resources and expertise to ensure the success of the event.

This year’s PNSC is also supported by DOOH, Samsung, David’s Salon, Grab, Mineski Philippines, Hypertech, Kitchen City, Daikin, Solane and MIHCA.

“Their involvement in the conduct of this national skills competition underscores the critical role of public-private partnerships in advancing the country’s technical vocational education and training system,” Villanueva said.

The public – students, various industry sectors and all TVET stakeholders are invited to witness the actual competition happening at the WTC from August 22 to 24. Skills demonstration and technology exhibit will also be part of the event. Those interested may register via this QR code for free access to the PNSC: https://bit.ly/PNSC2024Registration