Direcho Trabaho is a skills development initiative by The Coding School (TCS) and Adult Coding Education (ACE), designed to help learners gain practical, job-ready digital skills.
This program offers a series of 32-hour, online, instructor-led courses focused on in-demand areas such as AI tools, web development with React.js, data science, and freelance online tutoring. Open to learners in Grade 12 and above, Direcho Trabaho combines hands-on learning with real-world applications, helping participants build confidence, enhance their digital literacy, and explore career opportunities in today’s fast-evolving digital landscape.
Whether you're aiming to boost your employability or take the first step toward a tech-driven career, this program is built to support your goals.
The scholarship is FREE for all accepted applicants.
There are a few factors for you to qualify for the program. You may refer to the list below:
At least a high school graduate or graduating Grade 12 of Senior High School
Unemployed / Fresh Graduate / Looking for a job
Career Shifter / Currently Working
Educators / Students
Ideally has completed at least 2 years of college
Ideally in the field of IT, journalism, fine arts but others are welcome to apply
We also require learners to have a stable internet connection and a desktop or laptop where they can install the necessary software to facilitate hands-on learning.
Below are the minimum requirements:
Device:
CPU: At least Intel i5 or equivalent (Ryzen 5, Apple M1)
RAM: 8 GB or higher
SSD/HDD: at least 120GB
Screen Resolution: 1280 x 800
Network:
Broadband Internet Connection with at least 15 Mbps for both upload and download speed
The program makes use of multiple platforms to conduct class engagements:
Zoom for classes
Google Classroom for learning materials and submissions
Discord for asynchronous communication
The deadline for applications are extended until March 22, 2025.
Apply here: https://forms.gle/ttgAmwnwCvaRzgHSA
* Please note that the expected class dates may change due to circumstances that may arise. Any updates will be communicated in advance to all enrolled participants.
Freelance Online Tutoring:
Start Date: April 10, 2025
End Date: June 21, 2025
Web Development Program with React.js:
Start Date: April 12, 2025
End Date: June 7, 2025
Data Science in the Modern World:
Start Date: April 12, 2025
End Date: June 7, 2025
Digital Literacy and AI Tools:
Start Date: April 12, 2025
End Date: June 7, 2025
Freelance Online Tutoring:
Class Schedule: Wednesday & Thursday (07:00 PM - 09:00 PM)
Web Development Program with React.js:
Class Schedule: Saturday & Sunday (10:00 AM - 12:00 NN)
Data Science in the Modern World:
Class Schedule: Saturday & Sunday (01:00 PM - 03:00 PM)
Digital Literacy and AI Tools:
Class Schedule: Saturday & Sunday (05:00 PM - 07:00 PM)