Authors : Berting G. Aquino

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 6 - June

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26jun1449

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Abstract : This review synthesizes existing literature on the relationship between technical certification and career mobility among vocational educators, with a focus on National Certificate II (NC II) credentials issued by TESDA and comparable international frameworks. The objective is to evaluate how certification influences employability, career progression, and institutional recognition. Literature was gathered from databases such as ERIC, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar, covering studies published between 2015 and 2025. Findings reveal that certification enhances recruitment opportunities and teaching assignment alignment but does not consistently guarantee career advancement due to systemic undervaluation and weak policy integration. International comparisons highlight stronger recognition of vocational credentials in countries such as Singapore and Australia, underscoring gaps in Philippine practice. This synthesis contributes to understanding the disconnect between certification and career outcomes, offering insights for policy reforms and future research on aligning technical qualifications with teacher professional development.

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