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The initiative, titled “KorPhil with a Heart: A Community Coastal Clean-Up Drive,” is part of RTC-KorPhil’s continuing efforts under its Greening TVET program, which integrates sustainable practices and environmental responsibility into the institution’s technical-vocational education framework. Dozens of trainees, trainers, and members of the RTC-KorPhil community joined the activity, working together to collect trash and …

RTC-KorPhil Davao Holds Successful Coastal Clean-Up Drive in Buhisan Read More »

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) conducted a site inspection at the TESDA XI Regional Training Center – Korea Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC), Davao, on February 25, 2025, as part of the agency’s post-management assistance for the Phase II Building Expansion and Renovation Project. The team assessed the ongoing construction and renovation efforts while …

KOICA Inspects RTC-KPVTC Davao for Phase II Project Post Management Assistance Read More »

Trainees and staff of the Regional Training Center – Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC) in Davao enthusiastically participated in the Turtle Marathon – Slow & Steady Pace, a 5-kilometer running event hosted by the Davao Korean Community Association on December 15, 2025, at Azuela Cove. This event celebrated not only the spirit of camaraderie and …

RTC-KPVTC Davao Joins Turtle Marathon Hosted by Davao Korean Community Association Read More »

The culmination event brought together the staff of RTC-KPVTC, who reaffirmed their commitment to creating a safer and more equitable environment for women. Through this campaign, the center emphasized its role in advocating for the eradication of violence against women and highlighted the importance of collective efforts to achieve this goal. During the event, the …

RTC-KPVTC Davao Concludes 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women Read More »

The Regional Training Center – Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC) in Davao marked the official launching of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW) 2024 on November 25, 2025. This annual campaign underscores the urgent need to address and end violence against women in all its forms. Trainees of the center gathered to …

RTC-KPVTC Davao Kicks Off 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women Read More »

On September 13, 2024, The Regional Training Center-Korea Philippines Vocational Training Center, Davao conducted the Training Induction Program of the new entrants of the different 3-Year diploma programs of the Center. The program was led by the esteemed Center Administrator, Engr. Constantino B. Panes Jr., Ed.D., who welcomed the trainees and shared valuable insights about …

RTC-KorPhil Conducts Training Induction Program for 275 Trainees in 9 Diploma Programs Read More »

The KOICA delegation, along with representatives from several Korean NGOs, toured the vocational training center’s facilities, which provide high-quality technical education to Filipino students. During the visit, discussions were held on how KOICA and the NGOs can further support the center’s mission of providing accessible vocational training and skills development for the region’s youth. The …

KOICA and NGO Partners Visit Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center in Davao Read More »

RTC-KPVTC Davao conducted a Training Induction Program (TIP) on March 12, 2024, at the Seminar Room, aimed at providing essential guidance and motivation to scholars enrolled in the Trainer’s Methodology Level I training program. Led by Joie Vincent R. Dagohoy, TESD Specialist II, and Scholarship Staff, the TIP focused on ensuring that scholars fully understood …

RTC-KPVTC Davao Conducts TIP for Trainer’s Methodology Level I Read More »

RTC-KPVTC Davao organized a Basic First Aid Orientation and Home Safety Seminar on March 11, 2024, at the Multipurpose Hall of the training center. The event, spearheaded by RTC-KPVTC Davao’s Gender and Development (GAD) Focal and Center Nurse Angelli C. Emborgo, BSBot, RPh, RN, aimed to equip personnel, staff, and trainees with essential skills and …

Empowering Trainees through Basic First Aid and Home Safety Seminar Read More »

The National Service Training Program (NSTP) 2 students of RTC-KPVTC, Davao took the initiative to organize a Coastal Clean-up Drive at Tibungco, Davao City on September 30, 2023, in an amazing display of environmental conscience and community participation. The purpose of the event was to increase public awareness of the significance of protecting our coastal …

Making Waves for a Cleaner Coastline: NSTP 2 Students of RTC-KPVTC Lead Coastal Clean-up Drive in Tibungco, Davao City Read More »

The ceremony of taking the oath is highly significant as it formalizes the obligations and responsibilities of the newly elected Student Council officials. The officials take an oath during this event to diligently carry out their responsibilities in accordance with RTC-KPVTC laws and regulations. This action demonstrates their commitment to advancing student welfare, establishing a …

Oath-Taking Ceremony Marks New Era for RTC-KPVTC, Davao Student Council SY 2023-2024 Read More »

The Training Induction Program (TIP) held on August 24, 2023, was a well-coordinated event that set the tone for the incoming freshmen of the nine (9) diploma programs of the Regional Training Center-Korea Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC), Davao. The program started with an opening ceremony, graced by the presence of dignitaries, TVET educators, and …

Training Induction Program Conducted for 9 Diploma Programs of RTC-KorPhil, Davao Read More »

The Regional Training Center – Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC) Davao initiated an enriching journey into the world of organic agriculture production with the launch of COC 4: Produce Organic Concoctions and Extracts. Under the expert guidance of Engr. Ailyn B. Rodriguez, this specialized training began on July 27, 2023, with a cohort of eager …

RTC-KPVTC, Davao Commences COC 4 Training on Organic Agriculture Production Read More »

GMA Regional TV Davao, in partnership with TESDA KorPhil Davao and renowned trainer Mr. Mikko D. Rosell, recently conducted a series of impactful activities under the banner of “Kapuso Barangayan” in Brgy. Matina Aplaya Gym, Davao City. The primary objective of this initiative was to provide Kapuso serbisyo (GMA Network’s brand of public service) to …

TESDA XI RTC-KPVTC, Davao together with GMA Regional TV Davao’s “Kapuso Barangayan” Activity Brings Kapuso Serbisyo to Davao City Barangays Read More »

The power of community outreach in building strong and inclusive communities was evident as OPLAN KALINAW II’s Bread Making Leading to Bread and Pastry NC II training session unfolded, showcasing the remarkable partnership between the police and the community. This collaborative program, which actively involves the Philippine National Police (PNP), reinforces the police-community relationship, paving …

OPLAN KALINAW II: Strengthening Police-Community Relationship Towards Inclusive Growth Through Community Outreach Read More »

To continue the commendable effort of the Regional Training Center Korea Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC) and SAKADAB, Los Amigos, Calinan, Davao City to promote inclusive and sustainable development, a strategic plan was deliberated to conduct again a training especially for the people with disabilities (PWDs) in said place. To recall, last November to December …

Regional Training Center Korea Philippines Vocational Training Center Empowers Persons with Disability through Dressmaking NC II Program Read More »

The Regional Training Center – Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center welcomed a fresh batch of enthusiastic trainees as it conducted its highly anticipated Training Induction Program on May 2, 2023. The program, which marked the official start of the semester following a two-month postponement, commenced with inspiring messages from esteemed figures in the organization. Provincial Director …

RTC-KorPhil Davao Sets the Stage for Trainees’ Success at Training Induction Program Read More »

As part of the Gender and Development (GAD) Program of the Regional Training Center – Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center in Davao, an orientation was conducted on March 22, 2023, to raise awareness among trainees about Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression (SOGIE) and HIV and AIDS Policy (RA 11166). The orientation highlighted the fast-growing HIV …

RTC-KPVTC, Davao conducted Sexual Orientation Gender Identity and Expression and HIV and AIDS Policy Act Awareness (RA 11166) cum HIV Screening and Testing Read More »

DAIKIN, one of the world’s leading air conditioning manufacturers, has recently sponsored a Skills Upgrading Program in collaboration with RTC-KPVTC Davao. The program started on February 15, 2023, and is expected to end on February 17, 2023. It was held at the RTC-KPVTC Davao DAIKIN HVAC Training Center. A total of 36 industry partners and …

DAIKIN Training Department Personnel facilitated a Skills Upgrading Program to the 36 Industry/Shop Owners Read More »

On a recent occasion, the employees and trainees of RTC-KPVTC Davao, led by Center Administrator Engr. Constantino B. Panes Jr. Ed.D., attended a monthly mass presided over by Fr. Proceso Gimeno Jr. at the institution’s Multipurpose Hall. During the event, the newly renovated TESDA-Daikin HVAC Training Center, Organic Agriculture Production (OAP) Office, Chemistry Laboratory of …

Monthly Mass and Blessing of Newly Renovated Facilities and Vehicles Read More »

In line with promoting curriculum innovation, the crucial role of 21st century TVET Trainer in relation to Educational Technology, STEMified TVET, project-based learning and institutional assessment and facilities development bridging quality TVET, the TESDA Central Office, represented by Executive Director David B. Bungallon, NITESD, visited the Regional Training Center-Korea Philippines Vocational Training Center, Davao’s ongoing …

Site Inspection and Coordination Meeting of NITESD Dir. David B. Bungallon Read More »

In the interest of service and in line with the staff development program, the Technical Education Skills and Development (TESDA) XI invited speakers from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) – XI, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), and Davao MarinaTuna Corporation to conduct a training on Backyard Tilapia Production on selected TESDA …

Trainers’ Training Program on Backyard Tilapia Production Read More »

On May 18, 2022, the Head Trainers of nine (9) Diploma of Technology Programs of TESDA XI – RTC-KorPhil, Davao successfully presented their Diploma Programs Package to the Regional Diploma Technical Working Group headed by Dir. Remegias G. Timonio, the Provincial Director of Davao Oriental. Significant developments in the execution of Diploma programs that need …

Presentation and Validation of Diploma Program Applications of Re-recognition of RTC-KPVTC Davao Read More »

Trainees from nine (9) Diploma of Technology Programs of TESDA XI – RTC-KorPhil, Davao attended the SIL Pre-Deployment Program on April 26, 2022 at the Multi-Purpose Hall of the Regional Training Center. The event started with a registration as their attendance is the basis for the deployment on May 2, 2022. Mr. Jestony Mark P. …

TESDA RTC-KorPhil Davao conducts SIL Pre-deployment Program for Diploma trainees Read More »

Special Training for Employment Program (STEP) is a community-based specialty training program that addresses the specific skills needs of the communities and promote employment, particularly through entrepreneurial, self-employment and service-oriented activities. Training programs offered are generally short-term or modules based on the Training Regulations promulgated by TESDA. With this, 25 scholars from Paquibato Proper were trained in Overhaul …

Distribution of Toolkits in Overhaul Motorcycle/Small Engine Leading to Motorcycle/Small Engine Servicing NC II to the 25 beneficiaries Read More »

The Special Training for Employment Program (STEP) is a community-based specialty training program that focuses on meeting the community’s specific skill needs and promoting employment, notably through entrepreneurship, self-employment, and service-oriented activities. The training programs given are mostly short-term or modules based on TESDA’s Training Regulations. With this, 25 scholars from Brgy. 12-B Poblacion benefited …

Distribution of Toolkits in Dressmaking NC II to the 25 beneficiaries at Brgy. 12-B Poblacion Read More »