Free Online Courses from TESDA: How the TESDA Online Program Works
Tutorials, Tips, and How-Tos
Want to learn a new skill without paying tuition? The TESDA Online Program offers free courses you can take from your phone or computer. Here is how to get started.
If you are looking for a skill that can help you find work, start a small business, or simply learn something new, TESDA's online platform is a good place to begin. The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) runs the TESDA Online Program (TOP), where Filipinos can take short courses for free.
This guide explains how to sign up, what to expect, and what to ask your nearest TESDA office in Cebu.
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- Go to e-tesda.gov.ph on your phone or computer.
- Create an account using your email address and basic details.
- Log in and browse the available courses.
- Enroll in a course and study at your own pace.
- Finish the lessons and quizzes to complete the course.
What You Need
A phone or computer, a stable internet connection and a working email address. Some courses are practical (for example, food or technical skills), so ask TESDA if you also need hands-on training or assessment.
Tips for Cebu Learners
Visit your nearest TESDA office or training center to ask about face-to-face courses, assessments for national certificates (NC) and any available scholarships. Fees, schedules and slots vary, so confirm with TESDA directly.
Note: Course offerings change from time to time. Please check e-tesda.gov.ph for the latest list.
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Sources
- TESDA Online Program (e-tesda.gov.ph)
- Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (tesda.gov.ph)
Checked: 9 November 2026, Asia/Manila (PHT). Course lists, fees and scholarships change; please confirm with TESDA.