TESDA Accredited Competency Assessment Centers in the Philippines 2026
Complete directory of all 2,669 TESDA-accredited assessment venues across all 17 regions of the Philippines. Filter by region, city, or NC qualification to find where to take your certification exam.
This is the most complete and up-to-date directory of TESDA-accredited competency assessment centers in the Philippines for 2026. All 2,669 centers listed here are officially accredited by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to conduct competency assessments and issue National Certificates (NC) and Certificates of Competency (COC). Metro Manila (NCR) leads with 353 accredited centers. Region IV-A CALABARZON has 308 centers. Central Luzon (Region III) has 305 centers.
Whether you are looking for a Heavy Equipment Operation NC II assessment center, a Bread and Pastry Production NC II assessment center, a Food and Beverage Services NC II assessment center, or any other TESDA qualification across 787 cities and municipalities nationwide — use the filters below to instantly find the nearest TESDA-accredited assessment venue in your area. All data is sourced from the official TESDA Registry and verified quarterly.
All TESDA accredited competency assessment centers
TESDA assessment centers by region
Browse across all 17 administrative regions of the Philippines. Click any region to instantly filter the directory.
Requirements for TESDA competency assessment
Before visiting any TESDA-accredited competency assessment center in the Philippines, prepare the following documents. Walk-in and scheduled assessments are accepted at most centers — call ahead to confirm availability and slot schedules.
TESDA assessment fees by sector 2026
Typical TESDA competency assessment fees per sector in 2026. Fees vary by accredited center and qualification level. Subsidized assessments are available through TESDA scholarship programs — inquire directly with the center.
| Sector | NC level | Typical fee | Common qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourism & Hospitality | NC II | ₱ 500–1,000 | Cookery, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage Services, Bartending, Bread & Pastry |
| Health & Social Services | NC II | ₱ 600–1,200 | Caregiving NC II, Hilot (Wellness Massage), Domestic Work NC II |
| Electrical & Electronics | NC II / III | ₱ 700–1,500 | Electrical Installation & Maintenance NC II & III, RAC Servicing, EPAS NC II |
| Construction | NC II | ₱ 500–900 | Masonry, Carpentry, Plumbing, Tile Setting, Painting Technology |
| Automotive | NC I / II | ₱ 600–1,200 | Automotive Servicing NC I & II, Driving NC II, Motorcycle & Small Engine |
| ICT | NC II / III | ₱ 700–1,500 | Computer Systems Servicing NC II, Bookkeeping NC III, Visual Graphic Design NC III |
| Agriculture & Fishery | NC II | ₱ 300–700 | Organic Agriculture Production, Agroentrepreneurship NC II & III & IV, Animal Production |
| Metals & Engineering | NC I / II | ₱ 500–1,000 | SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) NC I & II, Machining NC I & II |
| Garments | NC II | ₱ 400–800 | Dressmaking NC II, Tailoring NC II, Fashion Design NC III |
| Beauty Care & Wellness | NC II | ₱ 500–900 | Beauty Care (Nail Care) NC II, Hairdressing NC II, Barbering NC II |
ⓘ Fees are indicative and may vary by assessment center. Free or subsidized assessments may be available through TESDA scholarship programs.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about TESDA competency assessment centers in the Philippines — from requirements and fees to how long it takes to receive your National Certificate.
About TESDA competency assessment in the Philippines
What is a TESDA National Certificate?
A TESDA National Certificate (NC) is the official government recognition that a Filipino worker has demonstrated competency in a specific trade or technical skill as defined under TESDA's Training Regulations. National Certificates are awarded at four levels — NC I, NC II, NC III, and NC IV — with NC II being the most widely required level for employment in the Philippines and for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in skilled technical roles.
The NC system is central to the Philippines' Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) framework. It is designed to recognize skills regardless of how they were acquired — through formal TVET training programs, on-the-job experience, apprenticeships, or self-directed learning. This makes TESDA certification one of the most accessible and inclusive pathways to formal employment recognition in the country.
The assessment process
Competency assessment follows a structured process: (1) An applicant submits evidence of competency through training records, work portfolios, or employer endorsements. (2) A certified TESDA assessor evaluates the applicant using approved assessment tools. (3) Results are released within 30 days. (4) Successful applicants receive their National Certificate issued by TESDA, recognized by employers nationwide and internationally.
Why use an accredited assessment center?
Only assessments conducted at officially TESDA-accredited competency assessment centers result in certificates that are recognized by employers in the Philippines and abroad. Assessment centers must meet TESDA's accreditation requirements — including qualified and registered assessors, appropriate facilities and equipment, and approved assessment tools — before they are authorized to conduct assessments and issue certificates.
Unaccredited venues cannot issue valid TESDA certificates. Before scheduling your assessment, always verify that the center holds active accreditation for your specific NC qualification. The accreditation number and list of approved qualifications for each center are displayed in this directory.
TESDA assessment for overseas Filipino workers
For Filipino workers preparing for overseas employment, a TESDA National Certificate is often a prerequisite for deployment in skilled technical roles. Countries with bilateral recognition agreements with TESDA include Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea.
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