The TESDA school based program in Region XIII, or CARAGA, continues to strengthen technical-vocational training throughout the region. Administered by TESDA, these initiatives bring skills development directly to communities through Regional and Provincial Training Centers, as well as government-run TVET schools. Programs are crafted to meet local employment needs, empowering students with job-ready competencies in various trades, agriculture, and fisheries.
Improving Access Through CARAGA Training Centers
With several training centers across the region, TESDA ensures the school based program is widely accessible. These centers offer hands-on learning, often free or subsidized, helping individuals upskill or shift to new careers without leaving their provinces. The following are active centers in CARAGA that serve as hubs for quality technical education:
Regional Training Center – Butuan, Agusan del Norte
Administrator: Marife A. Peña
Address: Brgy. Pigdaulan, Butuan City
Tel. No: (085) 300-3245
Fax No.: (085) 300-3245
Email: caraga@tesda.gov.ph
Provincial Training Center – Cabadbaran, Agusan del Norte
Acting Administrator: Jermy E. Divinagracia
Address: Brgy. 9 Gov’t Center, Cabadbaran City, Agusan del Norte
Tel. No: (085) 281-2773 / (085) 343-0292
Fax No.: (085) 281-2773 / (085) 343-0292
Email: ptc-adn@tesda.gov.ph
Provincial Training Center – Surigao City, Surigao del Norte
Administrator: Edwin C. Lanquino
Address: Gov. Jose C. Sering Road, Surigao City
Tel. No: (086) 826-4002 / (086) 826-2591
Fax No.: (086) 826-4002 / (086) 826-2591
Email: ptc-sdn@tesda.gov.ph
Provincial Training Center – Agusan del Sur
Administrator: Marivel L. Padino
Address: Government Center, Barangay 9, Cabadbaran City, Agusan del Norte
Tel. No: (0930) 045-4366 / (0933) 866-0705
Email: ptc-ads@tesda.gov.ph
Provincial Training Center – Dinagat Island
Administrator: Judith C. Asegurado
Address: R.E. Ecleo Sr., Cagdianao, Dinagat Islands
Tel. No: (0950) 188-7913
Email: pptc-di@tesda.gov.ph
School Based Program Reaches Remote Islands
In island communities like Siargao and Dinagat, TESDA ensures that residents still have access to relevant training. These centers reduce the need for travel to major cities, making education more inclusive and community-oriented.
Provincial Training Center – Siargao, Surigao del Norte
Administrator: Carlos M. Dunque
Address: Capitol Road, Surigao City
Tel. No: (086) 826-4002
Fax No.: (086) 826-4002
Email: ptc-siargao@tesda.gov.ph
Provincial Training Center – Marihatag, Surigao del Sur
Administrator: Lilian C. Garces
Address: Barangay Bayan, Marihatag, Surigao del Sur
Tel. No: (0933) 866-7958
Email: ptc-sds@tesda.gov.ph
Technical Schools Supporting Local Industry
TESDA also manages formal TVET institutions that offer diploma and certificate programs. These schools provide specialized training aligned with local economic needs, such as agriculture, trades, and fisheries.
Agusan del Sur School of Arts & Trades (ASSAT)
Administrator: Meriam U. Cultura
Address: Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
Tel. No: (085) 343-7132 / (085) 343-7371 / (085) 343-7709
Fax No.: (085) 343-7132 / (085) 343-7371 / (085) 343-7709
Email: assat@tesda.gov.ph
Northern Mindanao School of Fisheries (NMSF)
Administrator: Nancy C. De Guzman
Address: Matabao, Buenavista, Agusan del Norte
Tel. No: (085) 343-4238 / (085) 343-4201 / (085) 343-5196
Fax No.: (085) 343-4238 / (085) 343-4201 / (085) 343-5196
Email: nmsf@tesda.gov.ph
Surigao del Norte College of Agriculture and Technology (SNCAT)
Acting Administrator: Liza B. Budtan
Address: Magpayang, Mainit, Surigao del Norte
Tel. No: (086) 826-3765
Fax No.: (086) 826-3765
Email: sncat@tesda.gov.ph
Bridging Opportunities Through Education
The school based program in CARAGA underscores the importance of accessible, practical education for regional growth. With a mix of physical training centers and partner schools, TESDA’s presence helps equip locals with the knowledge and skills to thrive in today’s industries. Whether it’s in a coastal town or a city hub, training is just around the corner.
For more updates on TESDA programs in CARAGA, visit Filipinokami.com.
Source: TESDA