Book II — Human Resources Development
Article 59Qualifications of apprentice.
ELI5— what this means for you
To qualify as an apprentice you must be at least 14 years old, have vocational aptitude, and be able to follow instructions. Employers may also require educational minimums for specific trades.
Key point
Official text — PD 442
Qualifications of apprentice.
To qualify as an apprentice, a person shall:
Be at least fourteen (14) years of age;
Possess vocational aptitude and capacity for appropriate tests; and
Possess the ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions.
Trade and industry associations may recommend to the Secretary of Labor appropriate educational requirements for different occupations.
Source: lawphil.net (PD 442 as amended)
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