GAD Nuances in the Choice of Skills Training among TVET Students in Selected Technical Vocational Institutes

Chelsi B. Trasmonte¹ and Maria Teresa M. Fajardo^2,

¹Department of Technician Technology Education, University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

²Department of Science Education, University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines

Cite this paper:
Chelsi B. Trasmonte and Maria Teresa M. Fajardo. GAD Nuances in the Choice of Skills Training among TVET Students in Selected Technical Vocational Institutes. American Journal of Educational Research. 2023; 11(3):138-143. doi: 10.12691/education-11-3-6

Abstract

The study aims to describe the gender understanding and beliefs of students enrolled in Technical Vocational Institutes (TVI) in Misamis Oriental, Philippines through a survey that asked about reasons, career plans and beliefs about the role of gender in technical skills training. A total of 108 TVET students responded to the survey that used Google form to solicit consent and responses from the research participants. Descriptive statistics such as frequency and percentage were used to describe the data obtained. Ranking was used to show top skills training program choice, plans and reasons for enrolment. Analysis of data revealed that the respondents still subscribed to perceived gender dictated choice in skills training program although a good number of respondents have claimed that any TESDA qualification is open to those interested and motivated to complete the training program regardless of gender. It is recommended that people who can influence the career choice of female students such as parents, friends and relatives may consider the motivation and encouragement to help them also enroll in male dominated qualifications to widen their options in employment and opportunities. Technologies and equipment may be designed to make it equitable for male and female students to take skills training that will lead to high paying technical jobs.

Keywords:
gender and development gender mainstreaming gender bias stereotyping technical training technical skills

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