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FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING, INC. (FPTI)

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OUR SCHOOLS

Lifelong development for women from all walks of life is the primary focus of the Foundation for Professional Training, Inc. Guided by this thrust, the FPTI Schools believe that raising the educational level of women and developing their skills redounds to the good of the family they belong and the community they serve. In 2020 we have consolidated into three schools.
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FPTI-PUNLAAN SCHOOL (MICARS + HABIHAN) NCR

Founded in 1975 in San Juan, Metro Manila, Punlaan School has been dedicated to providing young women with holistic education and specialized training in hospitality and culinary arts. It was the first institution in the Philippines to adopt the German Model of the Dual Training System, combining classroom instruction with hands-on industry experience. Building on this foundation, two additional schools were later established: the Manila Institute for Culinary Arts and Residential Services (MICARS) in 1995, and Habihan School in 1996. In 2023, these institutions were consolidated under Punlaan School, strengthening its legacy as a pioneer in technical-vocational education for women.

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FPTI-ANIHAN TECHNICAL SCHOOL (Calamba, Laguna)

Anihan Techical School, located in Brgy. Milagrosa, Calamba, Laguna, was established in 1986. Over the years, it has become one of the leading technical-vocational schools in Calabarzon. Anihan is distinguished within FPTI network by its Livelihood Center, which creates project-based employment opportunities for women in the community. The Center also contributes regularly to the school’s scholarship fund, helping more young women pursue education and build brighter futures.

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FPTI-BANILAD CENTER FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CEBU)

Established in 1991 in Barrio Luz, Cebu City, Banilad Center for Professional Development (BCPD) was founded in response to Blessed Alvaro del Portillo’s call to serve the poor of Cebu. Today, BCPD stands as a leading technical-vocational school, shaping careers in tourism, hospitality, and health services. Within the FPTI network, BCPD is a steadfast partner of government agencies and international organizations, extending skills training to persons with disabilities (PWDs) and indigenous peoples (IPs). Through these efforts, BCPD continues to open doors of opportunity and dignity for communities most in need.

FPTI Schools are now accepting enrollees for the upcoming academic year. Know more about the admission process and scholarship grants.

ABOUT US

It is our mission to contribute to the efforts of nation-building by empowering women of all walks of life – especially from the less privileged sectors – through development education, skills training, and character-building founded on Christian values of life and work.
Why study at FPTI Schools?

FPTI Schools are well-known to produce job-ready graduates for hotel and restaurant service industry in Manila, Cebu, and Cavite-Laguna-Batangas-Rizal-Quezon (CALABARZON). Given the skills training and character formation that FPTI provides, employers find in all its graduates professional competence and good work values. Here are other success factors that make FPTI graduates job-ready.

OUR INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS

SUCCESS STORIES

Known for their competencies and work ethics, graduates of FPTI Schools are immediately employed by local and international business establishments offering hotel and restaurant services, but also by institutional lodging places in the National Capital Region and in provinces.

VILYN SO

Kitchen Manager, Dean and Deluca Restaurant (Rockwell Business Center, Makati)
Vilyn topped her class in Anihan Technical School. Being smart, hardworking, and possessing good work ethics, she was promoted as Kitchen Manager of Dean and Deluca, in a short span of time.

FAITH NICOLAS

First Honor of Class 2016, Punlaan School’s 2-Year Dual Training Program
Residing with her family in Payatas, a garbage dumping area in Quezon City, Faith cheerfully endured storms, floods, and power shortages. Her effort and sacrifice paid off as she graduated top of her class.

REENALYN BABASA

Chef de Partie, The Black Pig Charcuterie, Bar & Restaurant (Alabang)
Reena’s dream of being a chef dates back since her childhood years. Having showcased great skills during her OJT in The Black Pig, she was immediately absorbed at work after her graduation in Anihan.

MARYLE QUIBOY

Production Team Supervisor, Papa Didi’s Handcrafted Ice Cream (Metro Manila)
Awarded with a 2-year scholarship in MICARS, Maryle left her comfort zone in Iloilo to pursue her dreams. She is grateful for having been formed physically, emotionally, and spiritually in MICARS.

TESTIMONIALS

FPTI and its committed development and industry partners mutually benefit in the process of forming the students with skills and ethics. As our graduates acquire competencies and gain stable employment, the productivity of our partner companies also improve.

We need your help to cook up a recipe for success! Check out a step-by-step guide on how you can support underprivileged and deserving students.

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NEWS & EVENTS

From skills competition to success stories, down to short courses and fundraising events, stay updated with recent happenings from different FPTI Schools.

GET IN TOUCH

Want to know more about our schools or find ways to help our students? Please feel free to leave us a message and we’ll get in touch with you fittingly. Rest assured your personal information will be kept confidential.

2nd Floor, Punlaan School Building 173 M. Paterno Street, Barangay Pasadena, 2nd District, San Juan City, NCR 1500
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