On June 30, 2026, the TESDA Women's Center successfully held the Closing Ceremonies of its Competency-Based Training Programs with the theme, “Pagtatapos na may Pag-asa at Pagkakaisa: Pag Sama-sama, sa TESDA, Kayang-kaya,” at the TESDA Central Office Auditorium.
The event celebrated the achievements of 671 graduates from the First Semester 2026 Competency-Based Training Programs, representing 16 qualifications. The graduation marks the culmination of months of hard work, dedication and perseverance as they prepare to pursue meaningful career opportunities.
TESDA Director General, Secretary Jose Francisco "Kiko" Benitez, led the ceremony and congratulated the graduates on reaching this significant milestone. He encouraged them to continue upgrading their skills, embrace lifelong learning, and become globally competitive and productive members of the Filipino workforce.
Resource Speaker Ms. Mildred Ann Ladao also delivered an inspiring message, reminding the graduates that graduation is not the end but the beginning of new opportunities. She encouraged them to remain resilient, continue learning and use their skills to build successful and fulfilling careers.
The ceremony concluded with a celebration of the graduates' accomplishments, recognizing their readiness to enter the workforce with confidence, competence and commitment to lifelong learning.