Aspiring chefs, home cooks, and future food entrepreneurs in Pangasinan have a fresh opportunity to formalize their culinary skills. The TESDA–Pangasinan School of Arts and Trades (TESDA-PSAT), located in Lingayen, Pangasinan, is officially accepting applicants for its Cookery NC II program under the Special Training for Employment Program (STEP).
Admission is strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, with only 25 slots available for this batch. Interested individuals are advised to submit their documents early to secure a slot.
Program Overview
Cookery NC II is a structured training program designed to equip individuals with practical kitchen and food preparation skills suitable for employment or small business ventures. The curriculum spans approximately 316 hours or 40 training days.
Trainees in this program learn essential industry competencies, including:
- Proper food preparation and foundational cooking techniques
- Safe food handling procedures and kitchen sanitation standards
- Efficient kitchen organization and inventory management
- Core operational practices for restaurants, hotels, catering, and food service businesses
Scholarship Coverage and Benefits
As a STEP beneficiary, accepted scholars receive comprehensive financial and material support, making the program accessible to zero-cost applicants. Benefits include:
- Free Tuition: Full coverage for the Cookery NC II training program
- Free Assessment: Complimentary TESDA Competency Assessment
- Daily Allowance: ₱160 daily living allowance during training
- Business Training: Free 3-day Entrepreneurship Training
- Equipment Support: Provision of starter toolkits to help graduates launch small food ventures or home-based catering operations
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Eligibility and Document Requirements
To qualify for the STEP scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Citizenship: Must be a Filipino citizen
- Age Limit: Must be at least 15 years old by the end of the training period
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents to the Registrar's Office:
- Barangay Certificate of Indigency
- PSA Birth Certificate
- Marriage Certificate (for married female applicants)
Registration Details
Registrations must be processed in person at the TESDA-PSAT campus.
Address: Registrar’s Office, TESDA–Pangasinan School of Arts and Trades, Alvear Street West, Poblacion, Lingayen, Pangasinan
Contact Persons: Mr. Mar Christian E. Tandoc or Mr. Marlon L. Cerezo
Mobile Number: 0950-969-1386
Email: tesdapsat.inquiry@gmail.com
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