TESDA-Mountain Province held its WorldSkills Philippines–Cordillera, Mountain Province Skills Olympics on March 26, 2026, at Mountain Province State University (MPSU) – Main Campus.

The activity brought together trainees and industry partners in a shared space where skills could be seen in action. It’s one of TESDA’s ways of encouraging quality training in the province while giving learners a chance to show what they can based on industry practice. At the same time, it helps spark interest among other aspiring trainees who may want to pursue TVET.

Beyond the showcase, the Skills Olympics also serves to spot individuals who may represent Mountain Province in upcoming Regional Olympics and possibly move on to higher levels.

Four skill areas were featured during the activity:

1. Bakery (Mountain Province State University)

Experts: Shane A. Laurel and Atherol Brant P. Basitan

Competitor: Christian D. Bay-asen

2. Beauty Therapy (MP Glam Beauty Lounge and Aesthetic Center, Inc.)

Experts: Shenadi Bangwa and King Lawrence Batil-ang

Competitor: Sheyridan Azzel Pablo

3. Eco-Textile Weaving (Rose Ann’s Loom Art Gallery)

Expert: Delfin D. Pepe, Jr.

Competitor: Ginario M. Songaban

4. Health Care (Medline International Institute of Baguio City, Inc.)

Expert: Jovelyn Ngalatan

Competitor: Lyka Mae Palangdan

Provincial Director Felixberto B. Matute, Jr. shared a brief overview of the activity and its purpose, particularly in strengthening skills development and preparing participants for future Skills Olympics.

Messages were also shared by MPSU President Edgar G. Cue, represented by Atty. Denmar Butic, together with representatives from the offices of Congressman Maximo Y. Dalog, Jr. and Governor Bonifacio C. Lacwasan, Jr., showing their continued support for TESDA programs and local trainees.

Participants from the province are expected to join the WorldSkills Philippines–Cordillera Regional Skills Olympics on April 21–23, 2026, in Baguio City.

Activities like this continue to open doors for skilled individuals to grow, gain confidence, and take on bigger opportunities ahead.