EXECUTIVE SUMMARY (ONE-PAGER)

Agarwood Beads & Jewelry Crafting Workshop

For: TESDA UTPRAS Program Evaluation

Program Title

Agarwood Beads & Jewelry Crafting Workshop

Training Provider: Oud Academia
Institution: Crown Institute for Agarwood Science, Art, and Sustainable Enterprise (CI-ASASE)

Program Classification: Non-Qualification / Industry-Specific Skills Training Program

Program Rationale

The Agarwood Beads & Jewelry Crafting Workshop is designed to support livelihood generation, MSME development, and cultural craft preservation through value-added utilization of agarwood. While existing TESDA qualifications focus primarily on metal-based jewelry fabrication, this program addresses a recognized skills gap by introducing wood- and resin-based artisan jewelry competencies, aligned with sustainable and creative industry priorities.

The program contributes directly to TESDA’s mandate on inclusive growth, green skills, creative industries, and community-based training, particularly for rural artisans and resource-based communities.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion, trainees will be able to:

  • Apply TESDA-mandated basic and common workplace competencies
  • Safely prepare and handle agarwood materials and tools
  • Fabricate, assemble, and finish agarwood beads and jewelry products
  • Apply quality standards and aroma-preservation techniques
  • Package and present agarwood jewelry for market readiness

Alignment with TESDA Standards

  • Reference Training Regulation: Jewelry Making (Fine Jewelry) NC II (Adapted)
  • Competency Coverage:
    • Basic Competencies – Fully aligned
    • Common Competencies – Fully aligned
    • Core Jewelry Competencies – Adapted to agarwood materials
    • Industry-Specific Units – Agarwood grading, aroma preservation, ethical sourcing

A competency mapping matrix is provided to demonstrate equivalency and identify specialization areas beyond existing TR coverage.

Training Profile

  • Total Duration: 34 hours
  • Training Mode: Lecture, demonstration, and intensive hands-on workshop
  • Target Beneficiaries:
    • Artisans and craftsmen
    • Agarwood farmers and processors
    • MSMEs and livelihood trainees
    • Cultural and creative industry practitioners

Assessment and Certification

  • Assessment Methods: Practical demonstration, direct observation, portfolio evaluation, oral questioning
  • Evidence Required: Finished agarwood jewelry products and documented process
  • Certificate Issued: Certificate of Completion – Certified Agarwood Beads & Jewelry Artisan
  • Bridging Option: Partial competency credit toward Jewelry Making NC II through TESDA-accredited assessment centers

Trainer and Facility Compliance

  • Trainers may be NC II / NC III holders or qualified industry practitioners with a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience
  • Facilities comply with OHS requirements and are equipped for artisan jewelry craft training

Summary Statement

This program is a TESDA-aligned, industry-endorsed skills training initiative that strengthens livelihood opportunities, supports sustainable use of agarwood resources, and enhances the Philippine creative and cultural industries. Registration under UTPRAS will enable wider community access to structured, quality-assured artisan training.

Prepared by: Oud Academia – CI-ASASE
Purpose: Executive Summary for TESDA UTPRAS Review