Employment tracer study of Education graduates of St. Dominic College of Asia
Karen D. Mosende*
School of Arts, Sciences, and Education, St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor City, Cavite, Philippines
Rico J. Ramas
Philippine Christian University, Manila, Philippines
Abstract
Tracer study is a way to give information about the status and performance of the graduates. Therefore, this tool determines if the knowledge and skills of the alumni members match with their employability. This tracer study aimed to focus on the employability status of education graduates of St. Dominic College of Asia in Bacoor City, Cavite. A total of 57 Education graduates from the Academic Years 2016 to 2020 were chosen to take part in this study. Using a survey questionnaire, it also provided general information, educational attainment, and employability status of the graduates. Results showed that majority of the Education graduates are currently employed and are working in their respective fields. Revisiting curriculum offerings should be emphasized to the needs of industry partners and stakeholders of St. Dominic College of Asia (SDCA), particularly in the alumni members of this institution.
Keywords: Employment; Tracer study; Education graduates.