National Service Training Program Overview

The National Service Training Program (NSTP) law was established under Republic Act 9163 to enhance civic consciousness and military readiness.

Literacy Training Service (LTS) is one of the three components of the NSTP.

Only male students are required to take the NSTP.

The NSTP has been implemented since the academic year 2001-2002.

Each component of the NSTP is accredited for four units per semester.

Students who cannot take NSTP during the regular semester can complete a program over two summers instead.

If the NSTP component desired by a student is unavailable, they are allowed to cross enroll in another institution.

Currently enrolled male students who have not taken any E-ROTC or NSP component are exempt from the NSTP law.

A student who has met all academic requirements except for ROTC will not be allowed to graduate.

Completing two semesters of E-ROTC satisfies the NSTP requirement for graduation.

National Service Training Program (NSTP) Law

Instituted under Republic Act 9163 to promote civic consciousness and defense readiness.
Aims to involve students in national development and prepare them for active citizenship.

Program Components of NSTP

Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC): focuses on military training and preparedness.
Literacy Training Service (LTS): promotes literacy and education among the populace.
Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS): engages students in community service and development activities.

Eligibility for NSTP

Applicable to all incoming freshmen, regardless of gender, enrolled in baccalaureate and at least two-year technical-vocational or associate courses.

Implementation Timeline

NSTP has been in effect since the academic year 2002-2003.

Structure of NSTP

Each component is undertaken over two semesters, earning three units per semester.
Students complete between fifty-four to ninety training hours per semester.

Alternatives for NSTP Completion

A one-summer program can be developed as an alternative to semester-based training, subject to approval from DND, CHED, and TESDA.

Cross Enrollment

Students may cross enroll at other institutions if their chosen NSTP component is not offered at their school.

Coverage for Current Students

Male students currently enrolled who have not participated in the former Expanded Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (E-ROTC) or National Service Program (NSP) are also required to comply with NSTP.

Graduation Requirements

Students who have fulfilled all academic requirements except for ROTC are permitted to graduate.
Male students completing two semesters of E-ROTC/NSTP are considered compliant with NSTP requirements.
Male students who have only completed one semester of basic ROTC must complete an additional semester of any NSTP component to qualify for graduation.

This quiz covers the National Service Training Program (NSTP) Law, Republic Act 9163. It aims to enhance civic consciousness and defense preparedness among students. Participants will learn about the NSTP program components, which include ROTC, LTS, and CWTS, as well as the eligibility criteria for students.