The Seafood Processing DET pilot program will run for 6 months where learners will undergo in-school training and in-company training aimed to produce trainees/graduates as Seafood Production Workers and Quality Inspectors with partner academe Salazar Colleges of Science and Institute of Technology (SCSIT) and University of Cebu (UC) mainly UCLM campus for the in-school training, together with partner companies, Central Seafoods, Inc., Phil-Union Frozen Foods, Inc., and Siargao's Bounty Seafoods, Corp where the learners will undergo the in-company training. 

DETencourages students to study in the classroom and the workplace. The DET strategy optimizes learners' capacity to develop in-demand skills vital for the labor market while adequately preparing them for instant employment.

DET encourages the growth of a trained workforce that can fulfill the demands of the job market. Workers with higher levels of education have a greater chance of getting work. A competent workforce boosts a country's economic competitiveness, attracting more investment and supporting job development.

DET benefits the companies, the schools, and, importantly, the students. The program helps the company boost its production by having a well-skilled workforce. Moreover, it increases the worker-retention rate, saving recruitment time and expenses.

Meanwhile, DET helps the schools maintain and update their curriculum and aids resource optimization. The school also receives regular feedback from the industries, ensuring that they teach the right skills based on the training plans.

For trainees, DET boosts their confidence by providing social and personal skills. In addition, the program exposes the trainees to real work-life situations where they learn market-oriented skills. Also, the trainees have a higher chance of getting a job after their training and better chances of getting promoted and earning more.

DET is one of the best solutions to address lack of education, unemployment, underemployment, and thus poverty.

The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (CCCI) is the Philippines' most prominent local business membership group. CCCI defines itself as "The Engine of Cebu's Business Growth Toward Global Competitiveness," with approximately 900 member firms from diverse sectors such as Trade, Industry, Service, ICT, and Sectoral Business Associations.

The Seafood Processing DET pilot program will run for 6 months where learners will undergo in-school training and in-company training aimed to produce trainees/graduates as Seafood Production Workers and Quality Inspectors with partner academe Salazar Colleges of Science and Institute of Technology (SCSIT) and University of Cebu (UC) mainly UCLM campus for the in-school training, together with partner companies, Central Seafoods, Inc., Phil-Union Frozen Foods, Inc., and Siargao's Bounty Seafoods, Corp where the learners will undergo the in-company training. 

DETencourages students to study in the classroom and the workplace. The DET strategy optimizes learners' capacity to develop in-demand skills vital for the labor market while adequately preparing them for instant employment.

DET encourages the growth of a trained workforce that can fulfill the demands of the job market. Workers with higher levels of education have a greater chance of getting work. A competent workforce boosts a country's economic competitiveness, attracting more investment and supporting job development.

DET benefits the companies, the schools, and, importantly, the students. The program helps the company boost its production by having a well-skilled workforce. Moreover, it increases the worker-retention rate, saving recruitment time and expenses.

Meanwhile, DET helps the schools maintain and update their curriculum and aids resource optimization. The school also receives regular feedback from the industries, ensuring that they teach the right skills based on the training plans.

For trainees, DET boosts their confidence by providing social and personal skills. In addition, the program exposes the trainees to real work-life situations where they learn market-oriented skills. Also, the trainees have a higher chance of getting a job after their training and better chances of getting promoted and earning more.

DET is one of the best solutions to address lack of education, unemployment, underemployment, and thus poverty.

The Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (CCCI) is the Philippines' most prominent local business membership group. CCCI defines itself as "The Engine of Cebu's Business Growth Toward Global Competitiveness," with approximately 900 member firms from diverse sectors such as Trade, Industry, Service, ICT, and Sectoral Business Associations.

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The School of Knowledge for Industrial Labor, Leadership and Service (SKILLS) is offering free work readiness and skills training to 125 out-of-school youths who are 18-24 years old, male and female, physically fit, and residents of Cebu City. This initiative is funded by USAID through the Education Development Center under the USAID Opportunity 2.0 project.

1.What is USAID Opportunity 2.0?

USAID Opportunity 2.0 is a five-year program designed to provide quality education and learning experiences to Out-of-School Youth (OSY). The program nurtures the habit of lifelong learning that would improve education, livelihood, and employment opportunities for OSY. The program is funded by USAID and implemented in the Philippines by the Education Development Center in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd) and Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA). In Cebu, the School of Knowledge for Industrial Labor, Leadership and Service (SKILLS) is one of the grantees of Opportunity 2.0. SKILLS targets to train 125 OSY from Cebu City. The training will start in July 2021 until April 2022.

2. What are the commitments and responsibilities of the Youth Trainee?

The Youth Trainee must be committed to complete the training which runs from 4 to 6 months. During the duration of the training, trainee and their parents or guardians must agree to fully participate by avoiding tardiness and absences. Trainees are strongly discouraged from dropping out. After the training, trainees must be committed to pursue employment or higher education. SKILLS is working with companies who will host the trainee during hands-on training and absorb them as employees once they are certified. Before training starts, qualified applicants will sign a memorandum of agreement with SKILLS.

3. What are the training schedules and locations? When is the deadline of applications?

There will be 5 batches scheduled as follows:

For inquiries, please contact:

Facebook: SKILLS, Inc.
Email: foundation@skills.com.ph
Telephone: (032 )234-6102 / (032) 416-8518
Cellphone: 0967-870- 2270
Contact Person: Steve Lenberg Lagura
Website: www.skills.com.ph

As part of our commitment in continuing the endeavors in rebuilding and fortifying the economy by contributing within the country’s workforce, CCCI along with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce Industry Human Resource and Development Foundation (HRDF) and German-Philippine of Commerce and Industry bolsters the advancement of a skilled workforce that meets labor market needs through Dual Education and Training(DET).

CCCI believes that a skilled workforce improves the economic competitiveness of companies and countries, further attracting investment and fostering job growth. With the development of the DET Toolbox Microsite, we would further support and sustain the implementation of the DET framework nationwide. In continuation of the DET Toolbox Walkthrough conducted by the 3 Chambers last July 09, it is with great pleasure to engaged the committed and capacitated local chambers once again to kick-off activities in the implementation of DET.

We therefore cordially invite you to the DET TOOLBOX AND IMPLEMENTATION BOOTCAMP thru ZOOM Conference Meeting, with 3 sessions scheduled as follows:

• Wednesday, Sep. 02, 2020 02:00PM-4:00PM (Day 1)
• Wednesday, Sep. 09, 2020 02:00PM-4:00PM (Day 2)
• Wednesday, Sep. 16, 2020 02:00PM-4:00PM (Day 3)

To join the sessions, please click the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82006596722?pwd=Q3ZsSEtDOHhQdCsyQXFWVjFtQ1lSQT09

Meeting ID: 820 0659 6722

Passcode: DET2020

 On this Bootcamp, we aim:

• To present the basic guide of DET implementation committed local chambers in the Philippines;
• To provide an overview of the DET toolbox as a platform and understand the DET component at a glance;
• To familiarize different recipients of communication in a DET program and the messages that appeal to them; and
• To provide available tools for each stakeholder group to communicate about the DET approach/program.

As part of our commitment in continuing the endeavors in rebuilding and fortifying the economy by contributing within the country’s workforce, CCCI along with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce Industry Human Resource and Development Foundation (HRDF) and German-Philippine of Commerce and Industry bolsters the advancement of a skilled workforce that meets labor market needs through Dual Education and Training(DET).

CCCI believes that a skilled workforce improves the economic competitiveness of companies and countries, further attracting investment and fostering job growth. With the development of the DET Toolbox Microsite, we would further support and sustain the implementation of the DET framework nationwide. In continuation of the DET Toolbox Walkthrough conducted by the 3 Chambers last July 09, it is with great pleasure to engaged the committed and capacitated local chambers once again to kick-off activities in the implementation of DET.

We therefore cordially invite you to the DET TOOLBOX AND IMPLEMENTATION BOOTCAMP thru ZOOM Conference Meeting, with 3 sessions scheduled as follows:

• Wednesday, Sep. 02, 2020 02:00PM-4:00PM (Day 1)
• Wednesday, Sep. 09, 2020 02:00PM-4:00PM (Day 2)
• Wednesday, Sep. 16, 2020 02:00PM-4:00PM (Day 3)

To join the sessions, please click the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82006596722?pwd=Q3ZsSEtDOHhQdCsyQXFWVjFtQ1lSQT09

Meeting ID: 820 0659 6722

Passcode: DET2020

 On this Bootcamp, we aim:

• To present the basic guide of DET implementation committed local chambers in the Philippines;
• To provide an overview of the DET toolbox as a platform and understand the DET component at a glance;
• To familiarize different recipients of communication in a DET program and the messages that appeal to them; and
• To provide available tools for each stakeholder group to communicate about the DET approach/program.