Alternative Learning System - Education and Skills Training Program
(ALS-EST)

ALS-EST is one of Department of Education's non-formal education programs. It is a variant of the Alternative Learning System, DepEd’s main vehicle for non-formal education. ALS-EST systematically integrates a skills training component into the standard academic ALS Curriculum.  

With non-formal education, DepEd seeks to bridge the gap for those who have not completed basic education.
ALS-EST offers out-of-school youth and adults an even chance of self-improvement and a productive life. 

Currently on its pilot year phase (2018 to present), it has 98 implementing schools that combine the ALS K to 12 Curriculum with their Technical Vocational Livelihood offerings.