The Perspective of SUC School Administrators on the Revitalization of the Philippine-Australia Technical and Vocational Project in the Bicol Region

• Author(s): Jose B. Valencia
• Paper ID: 1707260
• Page: 737-741
• Published Date: 28-02-2025
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 8 Issue 8 February-2025

Abstract

This study explored the perspectives of school administrators from State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) in the Bicol region regarding the revitalization of the Philippine-Australia Technical and Vocational Education Project (PATVEP). The research investigated the challenges, opportunities, and implications of reintroducing the program, with a specific focus on automotive technology, to enhance local socio-economic development. Conducted through semi-structured interviews with 10 SUC administrators, the study uncovers concerns about the current state of the program, including outdated equipment, insufficient funding, and a lack of effective monitoring. Despite these challenges, administrators recognized the program’s historical success in improving the employability of students and acknowledged the importance of TVET in addressing regional socio-economic issues such as unemployment and poverty. The study identified the need for a localized approach to revitalization, recommending curriculum updates to align with industry needs, enhanced collaboration with local industries, and the integration of green technologies. Additionally, administrators advocate for increased funding and resource allocation to support the program’s sustainable success. The findings suggest that a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder approach involving educational institutions, government agencies, and local industries is essential for the long-term success of PATVEP. This revitalization effort is seen as crucial for equipping the Bicol workforce with the skills necessary to meet the demands of emerging industries, particularly in the automotive and green sectors, and fostering regional economic growth.

Keywords

Revitalization, PATVEP, TVET, SUC Administrators

Citations

IRE Journals:
Jose B. Valencia "The Perspective of SUC School Administrators on the Revitalization of the Philippine-Australia Technical and Vocational Project in the Bicol Region" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 8 2025 Page 737-741

IEEE:
Jose B. Valencia "The Perspective of SUC School Administrators on the Revitalization of the Philippine-Australia Technical and Vocational Project in the Bicol Region" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(8)