The Spokes: Skills Mismatch in PH: Can TESDA Bridge Jobs and Education? | Jose Francisco Benitez

Описание: February 6, 2026 Episode

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Join Atty. Edwin Lacierda and Hernani Braganza on #TheSpokes as they tackle both sides of today’s most pressing political and governance issues.

The Philippines continues to struggle with a long-standing skills mismatch, where many graduates leave school unprepared for the jobs actually available in the labor market.

In this interview, we speak with TESDA Director-General Jose Francisco Benitez, education policy expert and former congressman, on whether technical-vocational education and training can finally bridge the gap between education and employment.

We discuss why the mismatch persists despite years of reform, how vocational and technical training fits into the broader education system, and whether the problem goes deeper into how schools, curricula, and workforce pathways are designed.

As industries evolve and employers demand job-ready skills, the conversation raises a critical question: Is voc-tech the solution—or does the entire education system need a reset?

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