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Ever wondered if someone with a degree in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or Clothing Technology could officially teach in schools? Thanks to DepEd Memorandum 079, s. 2025 , the answer is now a big yes! This move opens new opportunities for many skilled professionals while addressing the shortage of teachers in specialized fields. What Is DepEd Memorandum 079, s. 2025? DepEd Memorandum 079, s. 2025 shares the official Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act 11168. This law allows Home Economics graduates to teach Home Economics and related technical-vocational subjects in public and private schools. Here’s why it matters: It helps fill the gap when there aren’t enough licensed teachers available. It recognizes the value of experts in fields like culinary arts, interior design, food technology, and clothing technology . It ensures students learn not only from licensed teachers but also from real-world practitioners with strong expertise. ...

Republic Act No. 11168 , also known as “An Act Allowing Home Economics Graduates to Teach Home Economics Subjects and Home Economics-Related Technical-Vocational Subjects” , marks a revolutionary shift in Philippine education. This law paves the way for non-education graduates with specialization in home economics and allied fields to become part of the teaching force, filling the gap left by the shortage of licensed teachers in specific subject areas. But beyond the surface, this legislation brings deeper implications for technical-vocational education , lifelong learning , and skills development . 🎓 What Makes RA 11168 a Game-Changer in Philippine Education? At its heart, RA 11168 isn’t just about hiring more teachers — it’s about recognizing specialized knowledge outside the traditional education path. The law builds on Section 8 of RA 10533 (Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013), which emphasizes the need to align teaching qualifications with industry-relevant skills. Acc...

In a progressive move to elevate education quality and employment opportunities, the Philippine government has taken a bold step forward with Republic Act No. 11168 , a law that opens doors for Home Economics graduates to teach not just in secondary but also in elementary schools across both public and private sectors. This initiative is deeply anchored in the framework of the Enhanced Basic Education Act of 2013 (RA 10533) and reshapes how we view technical-vocational education in the country. 🎓 A Milestone for Home Economics Graduates 🧵 For decades, the Home Economics (HE) profession has often been viewed as supplementary or niche within the broader scope of Philippine education. But the tides have changed. The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of RA 11168 formalize the recognition of HE graduates as qualified educators in both Home Economics subjects and technical-vocational fields linked to it. This marks a significant policy shift—one that values not just degre...