WVSU Diploma in Teaching: CHED Extends Application for Professionals

June 22, 2026 • BY MARK MORALES • batad iloilo

CHED Extends Application: Diploma in Teaching at WVSU

DEADLINE EXTENDED

Opportunity for Professionals & Master’s Degree Holders in Northern Iloilo

GOOD NEWS: The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) has extended the application period for the Diploma in Teaching (DIT) program at West Visayas State University (WVSU). This is for non-education graduates who want to qualify for the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET).

🎓 What is the Diploma in Teaching?

The DIT is an 18-unit professional education program designed for:

Professionals with a Bachelor’s degree in any field who want to shift to teaching
Master’s degree holders without education units who plan to teach in college or senior high school
Industry practitioners aiming to meet CHED requirements for teaching positions

Completing the DIT makes you eligible to take the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET).

📌 Key Details for Northern Iloilo Applicants

University: West Visayas State University – Main Campus, La Paz, Iloilo City
Program: Diploma in Teaching (DIT)
Units Required: 18 units of Professional Education courses
Mode: Face-to-face / Blended – Check with WVSU College of Education
Target: Professionals from Estancia, Balasan, Carles, Batad, Sara, and nearby Northern Iloilo towns

✅ Who Can Apply?

Graduates of any 4-year Bachelor’s degree from CHED-recognized schools
Master’s degree or Doctorate holders without 18 education units
Must have a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 2.0 or better, or its equivalent
Willing to complete teaching internship/practicum

📝 How to Apply

Prepare Requirements: TOR, Diploma, PSA Birth Certificate, 2x2 ID pictures, Application Form
Visit WVSU College of Education: Main Campus, Luna St., La Paz, Iloilo City
Contact: Check the official WVSU College of Education Facebook Page or website www.wvsu.edu.ph for the new deadline and enrollment steps
For Northern Iloilo residents: You may inquire if satellite orientation will be held in Estancia or Sara campuses

💼 Why This Matters for Northern Iloilo

Northern Iloilo has a growing demand for qualified teachers in:

Senior High Schools offering TVL and Academic Tracks
State Universities and Colleges in the 5th District
Private schools in Estancia, Balasan, and Carles

This CHED extension gives professionals in agriculture, fisheries, engineering, business, and IT a pathway to teach without taking a full 4-year BSEd.

📣 Important Reminders

The DIT is not equivalent to a Master’s degree. It is for LET eligibility only.
Slots are limited. Submit requirements before the new deadline announced by WVSU.
Tuition fees follow WVSU’s graduate school rates. Check for CHED scholarships.

Mark Morales

Founder and writer of Estancia Times, covering local news, community stories, history, and documentary reports from Estancia and Northern Iloilo.