Key points
- RTC-NCR in Taguig is accepting applicants for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC III, targeting an October 2026 start.
- Free training and assessment under TWSP, with a training allowance, training certificate and national certificate.
- You must have completed SMAW NC II training or hold an SMAW NC II certificate.
- 20 days face-to-face training plus 10 days Supervised Industry Learning (238 hours).
- Apply at Bldg. 14, Gate 2, TESDA Complex, Taguig, Mon to Thu, 8AM to 7PM; screening and entrance exam apply.
The TESDA Regional Training Center – NCR (RTC-NCR) in Taguig is now accepting enrollment applications for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC III. The course is free under the Training for Work Scholarship Program (TWSP) and comes with a training allowance. It is open to welders who already finished SMAW NC II training or hold an SMAW NC II certificate, and the target start is October 2026.
Last verified: October 12, 2026, against the TESDA RTC-NCR official announcement and enrollment poster.
Who this course is for
SMAW NC III is the next level for welders who want to move up from NC II. RTC-NCR listed these entry requirements:
- Completed training in SMAW NC II, or a holder of SMAW NC II
- Can communicate orally and in writing
- Can perform basic mathematical computations
- Physically and mentally fit
The NC II requirement is the key one. If you do not have it yet, you will need to finish SMAW NC II first.
What the training covers
- Course: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC III
- Duration: 20 days of training plus 10 days of Supervised Industry Learning (SIL)
- Nominal duration: 238 hours
- Modality: face-to-face
- Scholarship: Training for Work Scholarship Program (TWSP)
- Target start: October 2026
According to the poster, scholars get:
- 100% free training
- 100% free assessment
- Training allowance
- Training certificate
- National certificate
The poster did not state the allowance amount, so ask the office.
How to enroll
- Prepare the documentary requirements listed below.
- Contact RTC-NCR by email or mobile to confirm the schedule and slot availability.
- Go to the RTC-NCR office at Bldg. 14, Gate 2, TESDA Complex, East Service Rd., SLEX, Taguig City during office hours (Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM).
- Submit your application and documents.
- Take the screening and entrance examination, and wait for the verification of your entry requirements.
Documents to bring
- Photocopy of birth certificate
- Photocopy of previous school record (high school or college), diploma or TOR
- Photocopy of barangay clearance or NBI clearance
- Photocopy of a valid government-issued ID with 3 specimen signatures
- Photocopy of a medical certificate or barangay health certificate stating you are physically fit for TESDA training
- 2 pcs latest 1×1 ID pictures (white background, formal attire)
Bring proof of your SMAW NC II training or certificate as well, since it is the main entry requirement.
Deadline
The announcement gives a target start in October 2026 but no specific application deadline. Apply early and confirm the exact start date with RTC-NCR.
Contact details
- Address: Bldg. 14, Gate 2, TESDA Complex, East Service Rd., SLEX, Taguig City
- Email (Facebook announcement): training.rtcncr@tesda.gov.ph
- Email (poster): rtcncr@tesda.gov.ph
- Mobile: 0968-852-8204 (+63 968 852 8204)
- Website: rtcncr.com
- Office hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Common problems
- No NC II yet: this course is only for those who completed SMAW NC II or hold the certificate.
- Incomplete documents: prepare all photocopies and the medical or health certificate before going.
- Visiting on a Friday: the office is open Monday to Thursday only.
- Fixers: deal only with RTC-NCR staff and official TESDA channels.
Questions people ask
Is the SMAW NC III training free?
Yes. The poster says the training and assessment are 100% free under TWSP, with a training allowance.
Can I enroll without SMAW NC II?
No. You must have completed SMAW NC II training or hold an SMAW NC II certificate.
Am I sure to get in once I apply?
No. All applicants go through screening, an entrance exam and verification of entry requirements. Applying does not guarantee admission.
Is there an online option?
No. The course is face-to-face, with 10 days of Supervised Industry Learning.
Source
Source: TESDA Regional Training Center – NCR official announcement
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