In a continued effort to meet the growing demand for skilled labor in Cebu’s seafood production industry, the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) is proud to announce the successful completion of its Dual Education and Training (DET) Program. Fourteen graduates have now earned certification as Certified Seafood Production Workers: a crucial step in addressing the skills gap within the region’s workforce.
This milestone marks the conclusion of the recently finished FISH Visayas Project Phase 2, which was implemented under CCCI’s Assessment, Certification, and Accreditation Services (ACAS). The graduates completed 240 hours of intensive classroom learning, followed by 912 hours of hands-on, in-company experience. This robust training structure reflects CCCI’s commitment to competency-based education, preparing workers with the skills and knowledge necessary to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
With a clear focus on bridging the gap between academic education and real-world industry needs, the DET Program plays a pivotal role in aligning workforce training with the demands of the seafood production sector. In today’s competitive job market, industries like seafood production are facing challenges in finding workers with the precise skills required to succeed. Through this program, CCCI is helping to close that gap by ensuring that graduates not only gain theoretical knowledge but also develop the practical experience that employers require.
The 14 graduates were formally recognized during CCCI’s General Members’ Meeting (GMM) last February 27 at the Oakridge Pavilion in Mandaue City. Their certification is a testament to their dedication, as well as to the successful collaboration between CCCI, partner academic institutions, industry stakeholders, and the companies that provided on-the-job training.
CCCI recognizes its partner companies: Siargao Bounty Seafoods Corporation, Central Seafoods Inc., HJR International, and Phil Union Frozen Foods Inc.-for their invaluable role in shaping the future of Cebu’s seafood industry. These companies have not only contributed to the program’s success but have also demonstrated a commitment to strengthening the local workforce. Their support highlights the critical importance of industry-academe partnerships in developing a skilled and ready workforce.
Moreover, CCCI also extends its gratitude to the partner academic institutions that have been integral to the program’s success: Salazar Colleges of Science and Institute of Technology and CITE Institute of Technology – for their dedication to providing top-quality education and training. Their expertise has been instrumental in ensuring that the program’s curriculum aligns with the needs of both the students and the industry.
By enhancing industry-academe collaborations, CCCI plays a key role in developing a workforce that meets the specific needs of local industries, such as seafood production. This initiative not only benefits employers by providing qualified candidates but also empowers individuals with skills that ensure long-term career success.
Through programs like DET, CCCI continues to champion workforce development, the Chamber remains committed to fostering collaboration between the academic sector and industries to provide sustainable solutions to skills mismatches in the labor market.
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