How to Apply TESDA Masonry Course Online

Are you good at working with your hands? Do you possess the skills needed to build things, as in houses ad large structures? Do note that this is a highly in-demand job in various parts of the world these days. If yes, that’s good. There are plenty of things you can do for work. Otherwise, then you need to up your skills. If you’re not sure where to start, then you might want to consider taking the TESDA Masonry NC II Course.

TESDA offers a wide array of technical-vocational skills training designed to equip Filipinos for practical work, both locally and abroad. If you want to gain an entry point to working as a mason, then make sure to read until the end. We will outline some of the things you need to know and should expect when undertaking this course and even in working as a mason in the future.

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TESDA Masonry Online Course

A masonry worker uses bricks, concrete blocks, and natural stones to build structures such as fences, walls, and fireplaces. Depending on the type of material they use, a brick mason may be called a block mason or a stonemason.

This course aims to provide the students with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the tasks related to the laying of hollow blocks for the construction of walls and structures.

Course Overview: Masonry Course NC II

The TESDA Masonry NC II course is focused on acquiring the necessary skills and training to become a skilled mason. Aside from working with wood, it also performs other tasks such as stripping formworks.

Masonry is very taxing on the body. It involves standing, kneeling, and bending for long periods of time. Workers are also prone to cuts and heavy lifting.

Even outdoor work can be dirty. In most cases, outdoor work is often aborted due to harsh weather conditions. For such reasons, proper training and adequate skills orientation is necessary for people to become prepared for such work. This is what TESDA offers students and interested trainees.

The TESDA Masonry Course takes 250 hours to finish. This could vary depending on the school or training center you enrol in.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the various competencies required to perform various tasks in the construction industry. Some of these include; laying brick/block for masonry, concrete/masonry surface, and installing pre-cast balusters and handrails.

On top of these, here are some of the skills you will learn through this course:

Preparing construction materials and tools

Observing procedures, specifications and manuals of instruction
Performing mensuration and calculations
Maintaining tools and equipment

Preparing masonry materials
Performing basic masonry works
Laying brick/block for the structure

Plastering wall surface
Installing pre-cast balusters and handrail

Qualifications

Trainees or students who want to join in this course should have the following credentials to qualify for the Masonry training:

A Filipino citizen
Has completed the Alternative Learning System (ALS) equivalent or at least ten years of basic education.
Can communicate in basic English, either oral and written

Physically and mentally fit
With good moral character
Can perform basic mathematical computation

With pleasing personality

Requirements

Aside from the eligibility criteria listed above, anyone can enrol in a TESDA Masonry Course if they can provide the following requirements:

Academic Record (at least a High School Diploma)

Good Moral Character Certificate or Honorable Dismissal Certificate
ID picture with white background (1×1 or 2×2), for record purposes
Medical Certification

NBI, Police and Barangay Clearance
NC Certification (if needed)
PSA Birth Certificate

Steps to Enroll for Masonry Course in TESDA

Before you start the course, make sure that you have all of the necessary documents in order to complete the necessary steps as follows:

Step 1: Visit the training facility of the TESDA to get the course that you want to take. Once there, ask any questions that you may have about the program.

Step 2: Take the admissions test.

Step 3: Complete all prerequisites (as listed above).

Step 4: Make sure to provide them with a phone number that will allow them to contact you if your schedule changes or the start date of your training.

Salary of Mason from TESDA

A skilled and experienced mason may earn up to Php 13,000 a month. In the Middle East, the monthly salary for a skilled and experienced Mason is around US$700 to $900.

Mason salaries in Canada vary depending on experience and job title. Experienced professionals can earn up to CAD 72,150 (Php 2,883,114) per year.

Meanwhile, the average hourly wage for a brick mason in the US is $22.20, earning up to $3,098 (Php 157,796) every month. This means that, on average, a brick mason earns $5,657 in overtime annually.

List of TESDA Masonry Training Centers in the Philippines

The following is a list of training centers where you can enroll in TESDA masonry NCII training course:

Tip: We have a long list of schools/training centers you can contact here to enroll on a TESDA Masonry course that meets your career goals and requirements. For easier checking, you can use the search function on your browser by pressing Ctrl + F, then type the city you are in. For example, ‘Cebu’ then from there, take note of the available schools’ addresses and their contact numbers to make your inquiry and to get started.

Region I – Ilocos

School: MARCOS AGRO-INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL
Address: Marcos, Ilocos Norte
Telephone: 09205791849
Email: mais@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: Ilocos Norte

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER – LA UNION
Address: Poblacion, Aringay, La Union
Telephone: 2425584
Email: rtcsanfernando@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: La Union

School: TESDA – PANGASINAN TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE
Address: San Isidro Norte, Binmaley, 2417, Pangasinan
Telephone: 075-529-0477
Email: pti@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: Pangasinan

School: TESDA – PANGASINAN SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: Maniboc, Lingayen, Pangasinan
Telephone: 075-662-2077
Email: psat@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: Pangasinan

School: TESDA – LUCIANO MILLAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: Poblacion West, Asingan, 2439 Pangasinan
Telephone: 075-563-2101
Email: lmmsat@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: Pangasinan

School: IGAMA COLLEGES FOUNDATION, INC.
Address: Badoc, Ilocos Norte
Telephone: (077) 677 3379
Email: igama_badoc@yahoo.com
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: Ilocos Norte

School: LG AGRI-TOURISM TVET AND ASSESSMENT CENTER, INC.
Address: Purok 3 Amlang, Rosario, La Union
Telephone: 09286606350
Email: clegenev@gmail.com
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: La Union

School: ADVANCEMENT IN CAREER EXCELLENCE TRAINING CENTER, INCORPORATED
Address: 08 Lusong East, Nansuagao, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur
Telephone: 0997-2639521/0933-826-6577
Email: Acetci2019@gmail.com.ph
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: Ilocos Sur

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER CANDON CITY
Address: Candon, 2710 Ilocos Sur
Telephone: 09754764893
Email: ptcassessmentcenter@gmail.com
Region: Region I – Ilocos
Province: Ilocos Sur

Region II – Cagayan Valley

School: ISABELA SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: AH26, Ilagan, Isabela
Telephone: (078) 624-0933
Email: isat@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region II – Cagayan Valley
Province: Isabela

School: APARRI POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
Address: Rizal St, Aparri, 3515 Cagayan
Telephone: 078-8880146
Email: api@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region II – Cagayan Valley
Province: Cagayan

School: SOUTHERN ISABELA COLLEGE OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: Provincial Road, Santiago, 3311 Isabela
Telephone: (078) 305-0743
Email: sicat.assessment@gmail.com
Region: Region II – Cagayan Valley
Province: Isabela

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER – II (TUGUEGARAO)
Address: TESDA Building, Consuelo Village, Pengue, Tuguegarao City, 3500, Cagayan
Telephone: 396-1631
Email: rtctuguegarao@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region II – Cagayan Valley
Province: Cagayan

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – CAGAYAN
Address: Gattaran, Cagayan
Telephone: 09279488893
Email: cagayan.ptc@gmail.com
Region: Region II – Cagayan Valley
Province: Cagayan

School: ACCELERATED METAL TECHNOLOGY AND CONSTRUCTION, INC.
Address: 135 Banlat Rd, Novaliches, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Telephone: 09178544587
Email: tony@atmci.com
Region: Region II – Cagayan Valley
Province: Isabela

Region III – Central Luzon

School: SJDM CORNERSTONE COLLEGE, INC.
Address: 190 Libis II, Muzon, San Jose del Monte City, 3023 Bulacan
Telephone: 0927-8685118
Email: sjdmcai2004@yahoo.com
Region: Region III – Central Luzon
Province: Bulacan

School: TARLAC CENTER FOR LEARNING AND SKILLS SUCCESS (TCLASS)
Address:
Telephone: 0917-876-9651
Email: tclass.ac@gmail.com
Region: Region III – Central Luzon
Province: Tarlac

School: AERTECH SKILLS TRAINING INSTITUTE INC.
Address: Sitio Korokan, Pilar, Bataan
Telephone: 09271584858 / 09052653991
Email: aertech.skills@gmail.com
Region: Region III – Central Luzon
Province: Bataan

Region IVA – CALABARZON

School: ST. PEREGRINE INSTITUTE, INC.
Address: 144 Gen. Evangelista Street, Bacoor, 4102 Cavite
Telephone: (046) 434-5855
Email: spi.cac@gmail.com
Region: Region IVA – CALABARZON
Province: Cavite

School: TESDA PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – PALIPARAN
Address: Paliparan II, Dasmariñas, Cavite
Telephone: (046) 686-0260
Email: ptc-p.cac@gmail.com
Region: Region IVA – CALABARZON
Province: Cavite

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER-CALABARZON
Address: P. Herrera Street, Poblacion, Batangas, 4200 Batangas
Telephone: (043) 781- 9378
Email: tesdartcassessmentbats@gmail.com
Region: Region IVA – CALABARZON
Province: Batangas

School: SCHOLA ANGELICUS, INC.
Address: Cabuyao, Laguna
Telephone: (049) 553-3000
Email: rannie_alvarez1121@yahoo.com
Region: Region IVA – CALABARZON
Province: Laguna

School: PHILIPPINE INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE INC.
Address: Blk. 3 Lot 7 Southville Commercial, Santo Tomas, Biñan, 4024 Laguna
Telephone: 09087451479
Email: philequipt@yahoo.com
Region: Region IVA – CALABARZON
Province: Rizal

Region IVB – MIMAROPA

School: SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGE OF MARITIME, BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Address: 41 Quezon Dr
Telephone: (043) 288-3038
Email: slmifnav@yahoo.com.ph
Region: Region IVB – MIMAROPA
Province: Oriental Mindoro

School: SOUTHFIELDS EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION PHILS., INC.
Address: Brgy. Tawiran,, Calapan, 5200 Oriental Mindoro
Telephone: 09175044510
Email: villamorjosefina@gmail.com
Region: Region IVB – MIMAROPA
Province: Oriental Mindoro

School: RIZAL, OCCIDENTAL MINDORO TESDA TRAINING AND ACCREDITATION CENTER
Address: Bonifacio St, San Jose, Occidental Mindoro
Telephone: 09519298535
Email: romttac@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region IVB – MIMAROPA
Province: Occidental Mindoro

School: GURUZ SKILLS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE INC.
Address: Langka St., Sta. Maria Village, Calapan City
Telephone: 09567011313
Email: guruzinstitute_official@yahoo.com
Region: Region IVB – MIMAROPA
Province: Oriental Mindoro

School: ORIENTAL MINDORO PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER-SAN TEODORO
Address: Bigaan Rd, San Teodoro, Oriental Mindoro
Telephone: (043) 288-1117
Email: region4b.orientalmindoro@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region IVB – MIMAROPA
Province: Oriental Mindoro

School: TESDA OCCIDENTAL MINDORO PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER
Address: Capitol East Road, San Jose, 5100 Occidental Mindoro
Telephone: 09209319377
Email: region4b.ptcoccidentalmindoro@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region IVB – MIMAROPA
Province: Occidental Mindoro

School: AGSIKAPIN TECHNOLOGICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE, INC.
Address: Old Riverside Rd, Boac, Marinduque
Telephone: 09663860199
Email: agsikapintech@gmail.com
Region: Region IVB – MIMAROPA
Province: Marinduque

Region V – Bicol

School: CABUGAO SCHOOL OF HANDICRAFT AND COTTAGE INDUSTRIES
Address: Barangay Cabugao Rd, Bato, Catanduanes
Telephone: 09088146672
Email: cshci_assessment@yahoo.com
Region: Region V – Bicol
Province: Catanduanes

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – MALILIPOT
Address: Tesda PTC – Malilipot, Basud Bridge, Malilipot, 4510 Albay
Telephone: (052)284-0297
Email:
Region: Region V – Bicol
Province: Albay

School: SORSOGON NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL
Address: San Juan St
Telephone: 0921-725-5484, 0918-447-9364
Email: snas@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region V – Bicol
Province: Sorsogon

Region VI – Western Visayas

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER – TALISAY
Address: Felipe Lacson St, Talisay City, 6115 Negros Occidental
Telephone: (034) 495-1033
Email: rtctalisay@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VI – Western Visayas
Province: Negros Occidental

School: DUMALAG VOCATIONAL- TECHNICAL SCHOOL
Address: Old Iloilo – Capiz Rd, Dumalag, Capiz
Telephone: (036) 6510- 842
Email: tesda.dvts@gmail.com
Region: Region VI – Western Visayas
Province: Capiz

School: LEON GANZON POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
Address: Iloilo East Coast – Capiz Rd, Balasan, Iloilo
Telephone: (033) 397-1159
Email: lgpc_cac@yahoo.com
Region: Region VI – Western Visayas
Province: Iloilo

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER-ILOILO
Address: Plaza Libertad Zamora St, Iloilo City Proper, Iloilo City, 5000 Iloilo
Telephone: (033) 300-1209
Email: rtciloilo@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VI – Western Visayas
Province: Iloilo

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – KABANKALAN
Address: Brgy. San Juan, Camugao 6100, Kabankalan, Negros Occidental
Telephone: (034) 473-0494
Email: ptckabankalan@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VI – Western Visayas
Province: Negros Occidental

School: GUIMARAS SKILLS ACADEMY CORP.
Address: Sibunag, Guimaras
Telephone: 09198611124
Email: gsacassessmentcenter@gmail.com
Region: Region VI – Western Visayas
Province: Guimaras

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – CAPIZ
Address: Sigma, Capiz
Telephone: 0917-132-5165
Email: ptccapiz@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VI – Western Visayas
Province: Capiz

Region VII – Central Visayas

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER-INABANGA
Address: Barangay Cagayan, Inabanga, 6332, Bohol
Telephone: (038)5129012
Email: ptcinabanga@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VII – Central Visayas
Province: Bohol

School: ST. JAMES ACADEMY OF SKILLS TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Address: Central Nautical Hwy, Compostela, Cebu
Telephone: (032) 425-8424
Email: sjasti.kharenalvarado@gmail.com
Region: Region VII – Central Visayas
Province: Cebu

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – DAANBANTAYAN
Address: Guimbawian, Daanbantayan, 6013 Cebu
Telephone: (032) 437-3781
Email: ptcdaangbantayan@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VII – Central Visayas
Province: Cebu

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – SAMBOAN
Address: Barangay, Samboan, 6027 Cebu
Telephone: (032) 479-4028
Email: ptcsamboan@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VII – Central Visayas
Province: Cebu

School: BALAMBAN EXTENSIVE SKILLS AND TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Address: Poblacion-Hingatmonan, Balamban, Cebu
Telephone: 0917-796-0033
Email: bestact2mis@gmail.com
Region: Region VII – Central Visayas
Province: Cebu

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – SIQUIJOR
Address: Lazi, 6228 Siquijor
Telephone: 09455447861
Email: tesda7.ptcsiquijor@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VII – Central Visayas
Province: Siquijor

School: PRIDE SKILLS TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT CENTER, INC.
Address: The South Face Arcade, San Isidro Road, Talisay, 6045 Cebu
Telephone: (035) 522-2723
Email: prideskillstacofficial@gmail.com
Region: Region VII – Central Visayas
Province: Negros Oriental

Region VIII – Eastern Visayas

School: TESDA-CABUCGAYAN NATIONAL SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: Cabucgayan, Biliran
Telephone: 09209684105
Email: cnsat@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VIII – Eastern Visayas
Province: Biliran

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER – TACLOBAN
Address: TESDA Compound, Abucay, Tacloban City, 6500
Telephone: 09174994992
Email: rtc8tacloban@gmail.com
Region: Region VIII – Eastern Visayas
Province: Leyte

School: BALICUATRO COLLEGE OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: Rizal Street, Sabang Zone II, Allen, 6405
Telephone: 09192689108
Email: bcat2016@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region VIII – Eastern Visayas
Province: Northern Samar

School: SAMAR NATIONAL SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: San Roque Street, Catbalogan City Proper, 6700 Samar
Telephone: 09101177254
Email: tesdasnsat241@gmail.com
Region: Region VIII – Eastern Visayas
Province: Eastern Samar

School: LAS NAVAS AGRO-INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL
Address: Las Navas, N. Samar
Telephone: 09063788767
Email: lnaistesda@yahoo.com
Region: Region VIII – Eastern Visayas
Province: Northern Samar

School: GHRACE JHOY TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL SCHOOL, INC.
Address: 2nd Floor, PNB Building Osmeña Street, Brgy. Zone 2, Sogod, Southern Leyte
Telephone: 053-577-8667
Email: gjtvsi_2018@yahoo.com
Region: Region VIII – Eastern Visayas
Province: Southern Leyte

School: SECOND LIFE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC.
Address: 2nd Floor, Leyte Academic Center, Pawing Palo Leyte
Telephone: 0926-046-3002
Email: info@slesi.org
Region: Region VIII – Eastern Visayas
Province: Leyte

Region IX – Zamboanga Peninsula

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – PAGADIAN
Address: Pagadian City-Airport Rd, Pagadian City, Zamboanga del Sur
Telephone: (06) 2144-709 / (062) 9450-433
Email: ptc_zambosur@yahoo.com
Region: Region IX – Zamboanga Peninsula
Province: Zamboanga del Sur

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER-SINDANGAN
Address: Near Sindangan General Hospital, Sindangan, Zamboanga del Norte
Telephone: (065) 224-2227
Email: ptc.sindangan@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region IX – Zamboanga Peninsula
Province: Zamboanga del Norte

School: OUR LADY OF TRIUMPH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, INC.
Address: Ozamiz – Oroquieta National Hwy, Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental
Telephone: 0908-7921628
Email: ourladyoftriumphpagadian@olt.edu.ph
Region: Region IX – Zamboanga Peninsula
Province: Zamboanga del Sur

Region X – Northern Mindanao

School: LANAO NORTE NATIONAL AGRO INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL
Address: Tubod Lanao del Norte, Baybay City, Leyte
Telephone: 09973592301/(063) 227-6057
Email: lnnais@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region X – Northern Mindanao
Province: Lanao del Norte

School: TESDA PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER-BUKIDNON
Address: Hagkol, Valencia City, Bukidnon
Telephone: 088-828-0172
Email: ptcvalencia@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region X – Northern Mindanao
Province: Bukidnon

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER – TAGOLOAN
Address: Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental
Telephone: (088) 5670-337
Email: rtctagoloan@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region X – Northern Mindanao
Province: Misamis Oriental

School: OROQUIETA AGRO-INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL
Address: Independence St, Oroquieta City, 7207 Misamis Occidental
Telephone: 531-2111
Email: oais_assessmentcenter@yahoo.com
Region: Region X – Northern Mindanao
Province: Misamis Occidental

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER-MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL
Address: National Highway Ozamiz-Oroquieta, Plaridel, 7209 Misamis Occidental
Telephone: (088) 586-1530
Email: ptcplaridel@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region X – Northern Mindanao
Province: Misamis Occidental

School: OUR LADY OF TRIUMPH INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY INC.
Address: Ozamiz – Oroquieta National Hwy, Ozamiz City, Misamis Occidental
Telephone: (088) 545-9163
Email: ourladyoftriumph@olt.edu.ph
Region: Region X – Northern Mindanao
Province: Misamis Occidental

Region XI – Davao

School: WANGAN NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL
Address: Calinan-Wangan Rd, Poblacion District, Davao City, Davao del Sur
Telephone: 082-273-2486
Email: wnas@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region XI – Davao
Province: Davao del Sur

School: CARMELO C. DE LOS CIENTOS, SR. NATIONAL TRADE SCHOOL
Address: Padada, Davao Del Sur
Telephone: 0822720295
Email: ccnts@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region XI – Davao
Province: Davao del Sur

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER-KOREA PHILIPPINES VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTER, DAVAO
Address: Bunawan, Davao City, Davao del Sur
Telephone: 082-238-0007
Email: rtcdavaocity@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region XI – Davao
Province: Davao del Sur

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER-SIMTRAC
Address: Lupon, Davao Oriental
Telephone: 09177033251 / 09286261604
Email: region11.ptcsimtrac2@gmail.com
Region: Region XI – Davao
Province: Davao Oriental

School: Tagum National Trade School
Address: near Davao Regional Hospital, Tagum, Davao del Norte
Telephone: (084) 216 – 2756
Email: jierosemellejor@yahoo.com
Region: Region XI – Davao
Province: Davao del Norte

School: SOUTHEASTERN MINDANAO INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY-TORIL BRANCH
Address: Door 202, Ermerlyns Comple, Agton St, Toril, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur
Telephone: (082)-291-0721
Email: smitdavao@gmail.com
Region: Region XI – Davao
Province: Davao del Sur

School: DON JUAN TECHNICAL ACADEMY OF DAVAO, INC.
Address: Malita, Davao Occidental
Telephone: 09227665648
Email: djtechacademy2015@gmail.com
Region: Region XI – Davao
Province: Davao Occidental

Region XII – SOCCSKSARGEN

School: GENERAL SANTOS NATIONAL SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: Tiongson St, General Santos City, 9500 South Cotabato
Telephone: (083) 301-9373
Email: gsnsatacenter@gmail.com
Region:Region XII – SOCCSKSARGEN
Province: Sarangani

School: TESDA TRAINING CENTER – GENERAL SANTOS CITY
Address: Tiongson St, General Santos City, South Cotabato
Telephone: 09996803751
Email: tesdatrainingcentergscac@gmail.com
Region: Region XII – SOCCSKSARGEN
Province: Sarangani

National Capital Region (NCR)

School: D.M. CONSUNJI TECHNICAL TRAINING CENTER INC.
Address: DMCTTC, Acacia Estates, Brgy Ususan, DMCTTC, Taguig, 1630
Telephone: 570-6420/570/6490
Email:
Region: National Capital Region (NCR)
Province: MUNTIPARLASTAPAT

School: VALENZUELA CITY POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE
Address: Kamagong, Valenzuela, Metro Manila
Telephone: 293-0775/2920480
Email: vcpcassessmentcenter@gmail.com
Region: National Capital Region (NCR)
Province: CAMANAVA

Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – ABRA
Address: Pidigan, Abra
Telephone: 09054144300
Email: ptcabra@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)
Province: Abra

School: REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER – BAGUIO
Address: 132 Purok Magsaysay, Baguio, 2600 Benguet
Telephone: (074)424-8724
Email: rtcbaguio@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)
Province: Benguet

School: BAGUIO CITY SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: 80 Military Cutoff Rd, Baguio, Benguet
Telephone: (074) 444-8459
Email: bcsat@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)
Province: Benguet

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – KALINGA
Address: Bulanao, Tabuk City
Telephone: 09175422448
Email: ptckalinga@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)
Province: Kalinga

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – MT. PROVINCE
Address: Sabangan, Mountain Province
Telephone: 09093482062
Email: ptcmtprovince@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)
Province: Mountain Province

School: NORTHERN MINDANAO SCHOOL OF FISHERIES
Address: Butuan City, Agusan Del Norte
Telephone: (085)808-1138
Email: nmsf@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region XIII – CARAGA
Province: Agusan del Norte

School: SURIGAO DEL NORTE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
Address: Mainit, Surigao del Norte
Telephone: 9189288857
Email: sncat@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region XIII – CARAGA
Province: Surigao del Norte

School: AGUSAN DEL SUR SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TRADES
Address: Patin-ay, Prosperidad, Agusan del Sur
Telephone: 343-3132
Email: assat@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region XIII – CARAGA
Province: Agusan del Sur

School: PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER – DINAGAT ISLANDS
Address: San Jose, Dinagat Islands
Telephone: 09505453747
Email: jatabada@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Region XIII – CARAGA
Province: Dinagat Islands

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)

School: BASILAN SKILLS DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY, INC.
Address: Geras road, Sumagdang, Isabela City, Basilan
Telephone: 09365272080
Email:
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Basilan

School: Goldtown Technological Institute, Inc.
Address: Buluan, Maguindanao, Maguindanao
Telephone: 09165059855
Email: ayesahmanibpel@yahoo.com
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Maguindanao

School: Regional Manpower Development Center
Address: Quezon Avenue, Sultan Kudarat, 9605
Telephone: (064) 429-0091
Email: rmdc@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Maguindanao

School: PROVINCIAL/CITY MANPOWER DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Address: Marawi City, Lanao del Sur
Telephone: 0955-670-5824
Email: pcmdc_lds@tesda-armm.ph
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Lanao del Sur

School: ILLANA BAY INTEGRATED COMPUTER COLLEGE, INC.
Address: Parang, Maguindanao
Telephone: (064) 421-4416
Email: ibiccitechvoccac@gmail.com
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Maguindanao

School: TAWI-TAWI POLYTECHNIC CENTER INC.
Address: Bongao, Tawi-Tawi
Telephone: 09304533982
Email: ttpci2007@gmail.com
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Tawi-Tawi

School: MIT BUSINESS CENTER, INC.
Address: Ilmoh St, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi
Telephone: 068-1259
Email: Mitechnology2017cac@gmail.com
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Tawi-Tawi

School: TASKIL LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER INC
Address: Bongao, Tawi-Tawi
Telephone: 09266087356
Email: tldci2009ac@gmail.com
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Tawi-Tawi

School: BASILAN PROVINCIAL TRAINING CENTER
Address: Geras Road Corner La Pietad Street, Barangay Sumagdang, Isabela City, 7300
Telephone: 09268386075
Email: barmm.ptcbasilan@tesda.gov.ph
Region: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Province: Basilan

Benefits of Working As a Mason

As with any job, masons can enjoy several benefits. These include:

Good income and job benefits: Construction contractors in the US were the highest-paid professions in the country, with a median annual pay of over $50,000.
Autonomy and Flexibility: The degree of masonry flexibility depends on the experience and skills of a brick mason. For instance, experienced brick masons may have greater flexibility than apprentices.
Plenty of Employment Opportunities: Construction and maintenance work for structures such as bridges, arches, and sewers will drive the demand for masons. Masons can work in various fields, such as real estate, construction, and social service. They can also perform various community and social activities.

What Kind Of Skills Do You Need To Be A Mason?

Just like in any field, there are several skills and competencies needed to succeed as a mason:

Physical Fitness: Masons are required to regularly lift heavy equipment and materials, such as blocks that weigh over 40 pounds.
Manual Dexterity: Smooth, equal layers of mortar must be applied, and bricks must be set promptly.
Creativity: You’ll have to work with stones to create structures that are both lovely and functional.
Reading Skills: You must have the ability to read and understand instructions included in safety policies and procedures manuals.
Stamina: Aside from lifting, you may also spend a lot of time standing, kneeling, and bending. This type of activity is a great way to build stamina.
Agility: This career field demands that you have the ability to quickly think and understand complex concepts. Developing this mental agility and hand-eye coordination will help you stand out in this challenging profession.
Attention to Detail: Since drawing constructions out before you begin designing them is a crucial part of the job, it is important that you pay attention to detail.
Math: You’ll be responsible for various tasks that involve math, such as reading blueprints and determining how much of a certain building material you’ll need.

What are some of the tasks that masons do?

Masons (stonemasons, specifically) perform a variety of tasks at work. These include the following:

Clean excess mortar or grout from the surface of marble, stone or monument using a sponge, brush, or water-based product.
Anchor brackets in holes drilled in marble or decorative stone.
Use a straight edge, a rule, or pegged lines to layout wall patterns or foundations.
Make a mortar or grout mixture and pour or spread it on marble slabs, stone, or the foundation.
Using a trowel, remove wedges, fill joints between stones, complete joints between stones, and smooth the mortar to an attractive finish.
Place the stone or marble in the desired layout or design.
Using power saws, cutting equipment, and hand tools, shape, trim, face, and cut marble or stone prior to setting.
Using hand and power tools, smooth, polish, and bevel surfaces.
Using a pick and shovel, dig a trench for the monument’s foundation.
Fill molds with the composition-stone mixture after lining the inside with prepared paper.
Place the mold along the wall’s parameters, push it into place, and then peel the mold and paper away from the wall.
Using skids, a hoist, or a truck crane, remove portions of the monument from the truck bed and guide the stone onto the foundation.
Blowtorch and mastic can be used to repair cracked or chipped parts of stone or marble, while a power grinder or chisel and hammer can be used to remove rough or faulty spots from concrete.
Using a plumb bob, gauge line, and level, align structures vertically and horizontally.
Construct and install masonry units that have been prefabricated.
Brick is used to constructing the shells of chimneys and smokestacks, as well as to line or reline industrial furnaces, kilns, boilers, and other similar structures.
Replace any masonry units in walls or floors that are damaged or missing.

How to Land a Job After Graduating from Masonry Training in TESDA

There are many job opportunities in various establishments that require masonry skills. Many of these establishments offer good wages.

The increasing popularity of masonry has also created job opportunities for individuals with expertise in this field.

If you’re looking for work as a mason abroad, then look no further than the POEA job boards. Here are the steps you can take to get started:

Step 1: Visit the POEA website at poea.gov.ph.

When you get to the website’s homepage, scroll down a bit until you find the orange box labeled “Approved Job Orders of Licensed Recruitment Agencies.”

This is located directly below the red box where you may check the status of recruitment agencies and just above the Philippine transparency circle seal.

Alternatively, scroll down to the bottom of the page until you reach the “Job Opportunities” area. Select “Job Orders through Licensed Recruitment Agencies” from the drop-down box.

The third alternative is to go to the “Online Services” section of the homepage’s footer. Select “Verification of Agency Job Orders” from the drop-down menu.

This selection will take you to a new page where you can find the most recent job orders.

Step 2: Begin your search by looking through available job orders by position.

You can also look for available opportunities based on your position or work experience. Ignore the other two selections if you are looking for a job that is linked to your prior position.

Step 3: Enter the job title (mason) or other relevant keywords (builder, stonemason, brickmason, consruction worker, etc)

You can now enter the details of the position in the search box below. Simply enter the job title or keyword you’re looking for in the box. You can, for example, type in “mason,” “construction worker,” “builder”, “stonemason”, “brickmason”, or any other relevant keyword. Then press the Enter key or click “Submit.”

Step 4: Examine the POEA-approved job orders that are currently accessible.

The following page will display all of the job openings that contain the keyword you entered, such as mason, construction worker, builder, and stonemason and so on.

You will also find information about the job orders, such as the date they were issued, as well as information about the hiring agencies.

Make a list of everything you’ll need, such as:

Job role,
Recruitment agency, and
Place of work (country)

Video: What It’s Like to Work As A Mason Abroad

Check out this video of a Pinoy based in Australia, who works as a mason (also known as a bricklayer). He shared in his video the current project they’re working on, and the tasks they perform at work. As you will see, it’s a lot of manual labor. So you need to be skilled and proficient with your hands. Also, your body must be prepared to take on this kind of job.

‘How different is this job from what you see in the Philippines?’ you might ask. It’s really not, the job requires skilled handiwork and precise construction process in building a house. Be sure to watch until the end. The vlogger will share what the finished work looks like. Perhaps, this might inspire you to pursue this kind of job, if not in the Philippines, even abroad.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the educational requirement to work as a mason?

Masons receive various forms of education and training, such as apprenticeships and on-the-go training. The level of education and training that they require to become a qualified Mason is typically higher than the average job requirement.

Many people who work in this field have experience in masonry. On the other hand, most firms prefer those who have undergone an apprenticeship program and are currently enrolled in a training school, such as a TESDA NC II course.

Is a TESDA assessment and certification required after completing this course?

Before graduating, students enrolled in the Masonry NC Il course may be required to complete a Competency Assessment. Students who pass this assessment will receive a National Certificate (NC Il). More information on examinations and certifications can be found on TESDA’s official website.

What are the prospects for career advancement as a mason?

Continuing education is required for continued success in your career. Many Masons start their own businesses and become owners, while others go into fields related to masonry.

Where do masons work?

Masonry work requires a lot of standing, kneeling, and bending. It is also very physical and can result in injuries. Wearing the proper equipment can help minimize risks.

While outdoor work can expose you to harsh weather conditions, most of it is halted, at least temporarily, when severe downpours occur.

What is the work schedule of masons like?

The majority of employment is full-time and frequently need overtime. During the winter months, when there isn’t much construction, schedules might be irregular. Terrazzo masons who conduct decorative work are frequently required to work late at night and early in the morning when establishments such as restaurants are closed to the public.

Final Thoughts

Training as a mason is a good place to become one. For this reason, TESDA has developed the Masonry NC II course, which is open to all Filipinos, whether students or workers from other fields, including OFWs. The free training should be your Launchpad onto a career that is not only high-paying (overseas), but is also practical and in-demand in many countries, including the US, those in Europe, the Middle East, Canada, New Zealand, and many parts of Asia.

Not only will this be your ticket to a lifelong vocation, but it could open many doors for you to work in various industries where construction work is required. And the great thing about this kind of job, the longer you work in this industry, the better you become. And of course, the higher the income will be. With this in mind, it’s crucial to get a strong foundation and entry point into the field of construction, and the TESDA Masonry NC II course is an excellent place to start.

Contact Information

TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) Central Office

Address: E Service Rd, Taguig, 1630 Metro Manila

Contact Number: +63288885641

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