Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of the National Service Training Program (NSTP)?
To promote civic consciousness and defense preparedness among Filipino youth.
Which law enacted the NSTP?
The NSTP Act was signed into law by President Rodrigo Duterte.
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Match the following NSTP components with their descriptions:
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NSTP is a ________ program that must be completed by Filipino students in higher education.
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What are the three components of NSTP?
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What is the total number of credit units for the NSTP program?
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What does CWTS stand for?
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Students are allowed to cross-enroll if their school does not offer their chosen NSTP component.
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In what year did the NSTP Act pass?
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Study Notes
NSTP Law Overview
- The National Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001, known as Republic Act No. 9163, promotes civic consciousness and defense preparedness among Filipino youth.
- The law has significantly influenced higher education and national development.
Historical Context and Evolution
- Commonwealth Period (1935-1941): Commonwealth Act No. 1 expanded ROTC to prepare youth for national defense amid the approach of World War II.
- 1980 - Presidential Decree No. 1706: Mandated compulsory national service for all Filipino citizens, including Civic Welfare Service, Law Enforcement Service, and Military Service.
- 1986-1987 - Republic Act No. 7077: ROTC became optional for female students but remained compulsory for males, reflecting evolving views on gender roles.
- 2001 - NSTP Act Enactment: Aimed to redefine military training by focusing on holistic youth development and civic engagement.
Implementation Details
- The NSTP Act was enacted on January 23, 2002, marking a transition from mandatory military training to a more inclusive national service system.
- The program began in the 2002-2003 academic year, introducing diverse service components.
Core Components of NSTP
- Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC): Provides military training to motivate, train, and mobilize students for national defense.
- Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS): Engages students in community welfare activities focusing on health, education, environment, and moral values.
- Literacy Training Service (LTS): Trains students to teach literacy and numeracy to children and out-of-school youth and other underserved groups.
Program Structure and Requirements
- NSTP is a two-semester program, typically undertaken in the first year of college.
- Each semester comprises 3 credit units, requiring 54 to 90 training hours, totaling 6 units for completion.
- All Filipino students in higher education must complete NSTP as a graduation requirement, choosing one component for two semesters.
- Institutions failing to meet component requirements must allow cross-enrollment with other schools.
Administrative Oversight
- The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) oversees NSTP implementation in universities.
- The Department of National Defense (DND) supervises the ROTC component.
- The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) manages NSTP for technical-vocational institutions.
Post-Graduation Outcomes
- Graduates from CWTS and LTS are eligible for the National Service Reserve Corps (NSRC) for civic welfare and literacy activities.
- Those completing ROTC may serve in the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), subject to DND requirements.
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Description
This quiz explores the National Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001, also known as Republic Act No. 9163, and its significance in promoting civic responsibility among Filipino youth. It covers the historical evolution of the NSTP from the Commonwealth Period to its current implications in education and national development.
