Holy Child Central Colleges, Inc. (HCCCI) proudly celebrated the graduation of 70 TESDA scholars under the Bookkeeping NC III, Computer System Servicing (CSS) NC II, and Cookery NC II programs on January 26, 2024, at the HCCCI Campus 1 Lobby.

The ceremony served as a testament to the scholars’ perseverance, discipline, and determination to complete their intensive training. It was attended by TESDA Representatives Janet Cortiz and Rolinda Labastida, who extended their heartfelt congratulations to the graduates and applauded HCCCI for its unwavering commitment to advancing quality technical education in the region.

During the event, both representatives emphasized that TESDA programs play a crucial role in uplifting communities by equipping individuals with industry-relevant skills that enhance employability and support inclusive economic growth. They commended HCCCI’s continued efforts to align its programs with national standards, ensuring that each graduate is well-prepared to meet the evolving demands of the modern workforce.

These national certifications—Bookkeeping NC III, CSS NC II, and Cookery NC II—serve as powerful credentials that open doors to a variety of professional opportunities. Graduates are now empowered to pursue careers in accounting, information technology, and the culinary arts, or to establish their own entrepreneurial ventures.

For HCCCI, the graduation was more than just the culmination of months of study and hands-on training—it marked the beginning of each scholar’s journey toward self-sufficiency, productivity, and meaningful contribution to society.

As a TESDA-accredited institution with a Certificate of TVET Program Registration, HCCCI continues to uphold excellence in delivering vocational and technical education. The college remains committed to developing programs that are responsive to local and global labor market needs, thereby helping reduce unemployment and poverty in the region.

This initiative strongly supports Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) – Quality Education, which promotes inclusive and equitable access to lifelong learning opportunities for all. HCCCI’s partnership with TESDA also advances other SDGs, such as SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth, by empowering graduates to join the workforce with dignity, competence, and confidence, and SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, by contributing skilled professionals who can drive technological and industrial progress.

Through continuous collaboration with government agencies, industry partners, and local communities, Holy Child Central Colleges, Inc. remains steadfast in its mission to transform lives through education and skills training—cultivating a generation of Filipinos who are globally competitive, socially responsible, and ready to build a better and more sustainable future for all.