Seafarer’s Upgrading Program (SUP)
For the past two weeks I’ve been posting training and education program for Overseas Filipino Workers, these programs were initiated by OWWA to benefit OFW’s who are vital pillar to strengthen the peso value through sending remittances.
The Seafarers’ Upgrading Program is intended to provide OWWA-member seafarers job-related training in priority maritime courses identified by the Maritime Training Council. It is designed to upgrade the skills, and develop the expertise of Filipino seafarers in accordance with technological advancements and international maritime standards.
Beneficiaries under the SUP receive from OWWA financial assistance fro training costs, ranging from a minimum of P 1,200.00 to a maximum of P 7,500.00. These amounts are inclusive of meal and transportation allowances in the case of trainees referred to the National Maritime Polytechnic (NMP).
Filipino seafarers who are active OWWA members may avail of the program. Beneficiaries may subsequently avail of the SUP after payment of three (3) additional membership contributions and if training is availed of within the prescribed period.
Course Offerings
The Seafarers’ Upgrading Program is intended to provide OWWA-member seafarers job-related training in priority maritime courses identified by the Maritime Training Council. It is designed to upgrade the skills, and develop the expertise of Filipino seafarers in accordance with technological advancements and international maritime standards.
Availment and Documentary Requirements
All Filipino seafarers who are OWWA members are entitled to avail of the program once every three (3) contributions. Availment may be assured upon first (1st) payment. Documents required are:
1. Accomplished application form
2. Seamen’s Identification and Record Book (SRIB)
3. Poof of OWWA Membership (OR Of contribution)
4. 1″x1″ photo (2 copies)
5. Latest residence certificate
Overseas Workers Welfare Administration
7th St. cor. F.B. Harrison
Pasay City , Philippines
Tel.(+632) 891-7601 to 24
For Inquiries & Feedbacks
Email: opcenter@owwa.gov.ph / owwa_opcenter@yahoo.com
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