November 10, 2026
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TESDA Kayang Kaya
Technical-vocational education in the Cordillera, from the premier institute that brings together the Baguio City School of Arts and Trades and the TESDA Regional Training Center.
Launched 2022
Diploma, certificate and short coursesAbout CSITE
Technical education built for the Cordillera
The Cordillera State Institute of Technical Education (CSITE) was created by Republic Act 11192, bringing together the Baguio City School of Arts and Trades, the TESDA Regional Training Center in Baguio City and other state-run technical-vocational institutions in the region under TESDA supervision. It was officially launched on September 9, 2022 at the Main Campus on Military Cut-Off, Baguio City, and offers TESDA-registered diploma, certificate and short-term programs.
MISSION
To develop innovative and technically competent workforce towards economic and social development.
VISION
The premiere Technical Institute in providing holistic TVET for globally competent human resources in the Cordillera.
CSITE Main CampusMilitary Cut-Off, Baguio City
Main Campus AnnexLoakan, Baguio City
CSITE Abra CampusAbra
CSITE Ifugao CampusIfugao
CSITE Kalinga CampusKalinga
CSITE Mountain Province CampusMountain Province
Programs
Find your program
Diploma programs and short courses registered with TESDA.
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NOW OPEN
Diploma in Travel and Tour Technology
Applications are open. Read the announcement for requirements and schedule.
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3-YEAR DIPLOMA
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Three-year diploma program offered under the TESDA scholarship.
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3-YEAR DIPLOMA
Diploma in Hospitality Supervision
Three-year diploma program offered under the TESDA scholarship.
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3-YEAR DIPLOMA
Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology
Three-year diploma program offered under the TESDA scholarship.
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3-YEAR DIPLOMA
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology
Three-year diploma program offered under the TESDA scholarship.
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3-YEAR DIPLOMA
Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology
Three-year diploma program offered under the TESDA scholarship.
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SHORT COURSES
Short-term courses
Certificate and NC II programs such as Barista, Driving, Food and Beverage Services, Masonry, Machining, SMAW, and Electrical Installation and Maintenance.
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Diploma graduates, Class of 2025197
Short-term program completers, 20253-year
Competency-based diploma programs5
CSITE campuses across the CordilleraAdmissions
How to enroll
1
Choose a program
Look through the diploma programs and short courses above.
2
Visit or call
Go to the Main Campus or your nearest TESDA provincial office, or call us.
3
Submit your requirements
Fill out the registration form and bring the documents the campus lists for your program.
4
Start training
Train with us and get assessed for national certification.
Questions about enrolling?
Who can apply to the diploma programs?
Senior high school graduates may apply as long as they have not finished a four-year degree. Junior high school graduates with two years of industry experience can also enroll in TESDA diploma programs. Requirements can differ per program, so confirm with the campus before applying.
How long are the diploma programs?
The diploma programs are three-year, competency-based courses that combine academic subjects with hands-on practical training.
Is the training free?
TESDA scholars in the diploma programs receive free training for the full three years, a daily allowance, a book allowance each semester, and a free national competency assessment. Slots are limited and the amounts can change, so check the latest announcement or ask the campus.
How do I apply?
Visit the CSITE Main Campus at Military Cut-Off, Baguio City, or the nearest TESDA provincial office. You will fill out a registration form and be given the list of requirements for your program. These usually include a certified copy of your Form 137, ALS certificate, transcript of records or diploma.
What do I need to do to stay in the program?
Training is competency-based. Students must pass the national assessment for the technical subjects each semester, and the academic part has a 75 percent passing rate.
Which programs are accepting students now?
The Diploma in Travel and Tour Technology is open for applications. Scholarship slots have also been announced for Culinary Arts, Hospitality Supervision, Electrical, Mechanical and Civil Engineering Technology. Watch our News section for current slots and deadlines.
Where are the CSITE campuses?
The Main Campus is on Military Cut-Off, Baguio City, with an annex in Loakan. CSITE also has campuses in Abra, Ifugao, Kalinga and Mountain Province.
Who can I contact with questions?
Call (074) 444 9161 or email csitemain@tesda.gov.ph.
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