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What is TESDA and how does it relate to education consultants in the Philippines?

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TESDA (Technical Education and Skills Development Authority) oversees technical-vocational education in the Philippines, but it is not the primary licensing body for education consultants sending students abroad. Philippine education consultants are primarily regulated by: (1) CHED (Commission on Higher Education) for higher education; (2) DOLE (Department of Labor and Employment) for certain overseas placement activities; (3) Institutional partnerships with foreign universities. For student visa applications, Philippine education consultants often work with: PCAAB-accredited IELTS centres, official British Council partners for UK applications, and IDP centres for Australia/Canada. Always verify the consultant has official partnerships with your target institution and check ConsultancyCheck reviews before committing to any service.

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