Training & Professional Development
The University of Cagayan Valley (UCV) believes that learning does not stop after employment. Through the Human Resource Development Office (HRDO), the university provides training, seminars, scholarships, and professional development opportunities that help employees build new skills, advance their careers, and better serve the UCV community.
Whether you are a newly hired employee or an experienced member of the university, UCV encourages you to continue learning throughout your career.
Why Training and Development Matters
UCV invests in employee development because well-trained employees help create a better learning environment for students and a stronger university community.
Training and development programs help employees:
- Strengthen professional knowledge and workplace skills
- Improve leadership and communication abilities
- Keep up with current practices in education and administration
- Prepare for greater responsibilities and career advancement
- Support the university's commitment to quality education and excellent service
Who Can Participate?
Training and development opportunities are available to:
Faculty members
Non-teaching personnel
Administrative employees
Newly hired employees
Administrative employees
Newly hired employees
Some programs are open to all employees, while others are designed for specific roles or departments.
In-House Training Programs
The Human Resource Development Office organizes training activities throughout the year based on the University’s Training Needs Assessment (TNA). A Training Needs Assessment is a process used to identify the knowledge and skills employees need to perform their jobs more effectively.
Training topics may include:
- Employee orientation
- Leadership and team management
- Research and publication
- Ethics in teaching and research
- Records management
- Time management
- Curriculum development
- Educational technology
- Innovation and change management
- Employee wellness and reflection activities
Training schedules are announced by the Human Resource Development Office.
External Training Opportunities
UCV also supports employee participation in seminars, workshops, conferences, and other professional development programs offered by external organizations.
These opportunities allow employees to:
- Learn from industry experts
- Gain new knowledge and practical skills
- Stay updated with current practices
- Apply new ideas and best practices in the workplace
Participation is subject to university approval and depends on the employee’s role, institutional priorities, and available resources.
Scholarship and Educational Assistance
UCV provides educational assistance to support employees who wish to continue their studies while pursuing their careers.
Scholarship Grants
Qualified employees may receive scholarship assistance to pursue further studies at the University of Cagayan Valley or another recognized college or university, subject to university policies and applicable agreements.
Tuition Fee Discounts
Qualified employees may receive tuition assistance when studying at UCV.
Available benefits include:
- A 50% tuition fee discount without a return service requirement
- An additional 50% tuition fee discount with a return service agreement
- A full scholarship benefit for one immediate family member after twenty (20) years of qualified service, subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
Thesis and Dissertation Assistance
Employees pursuing graduate studies may qualify for financial assistance for thesis or dissertation expenses.
Eligibility requirements, funding, return service obligations, and other conditions are governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
How to Join a Training Program
The Human Resource Development Office announces training opportunities throughout the year.
To participate:
- Watch for HRDO announcements.
- Coordinate with your immediate supervisor or department head if approval is required.
- Complete the registration or application process for the training.
Some activities are open to all employees, while others are intended for specific employee groups.
Training Calendar
The Human Resource Development Office prepares an annual training calendar that includes in-house seminars, workshops, and employee development activities.
The calendar is based on the University’s Training Needs Assessment and may be updated as institutional priorities change.
Employees are encouraged to check HR announcements for the latest schedule and registration details.
Contact the Human Resource Development Office
If you have questions about employee training, scholarships, or professional development opportunities, please contact:
Human Resource Development Office
- Email: hrd@ucv.edu.ph
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