Antique: The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) will prioritize beneficiaries of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) and the Walang Gutom (Zero Hunger) program for its scholarship training in Antique.

According to Philippines News Agency, TESDA-Antique Supervising Specialist Agnes Dimzon announced that there is a PHP50 million allocation through the Office of Senator Loren Legarda for the implementation of the Special Training for Employment Program (STEP) from July to December this year. Interested beneficiaries of the 4Ps and Walang Gutom programs in Antique are being given priority and are encouraged to approach their respective local government units (LGUs) to avail of the STEP.

The training program aims to equip participants with skills that can help them secure a livelihood. Available courses include welding, dressmaking, driving, and masonry. Other interested individuals may also apply through the TESDA provincial office or their accredited institutions in the province.

Dimzon highlighted that the STEP provides a daily allowance of PHP160 for each trainee, along with a toolkit, which varies depending on the skill training program in which they are enrolled. The training duration ranges from 17 to 32 days. Upon completion, there will be a free competency assessment to enable trainees to attain certification.