Updated Requirements!
Article by Bautista, Justin
September 28, 2024.
All of our courses are TESDA registered. Want to know more about TESDA's requirements for our courses? We have provided an updated comprehensive guide that will aid you in completing all your requirements, and lead you closer to your dreams!
Some Important and Details and Questions:
1. When Should I Submit the Requirements?
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Wait for the intructions of the staff or trainers. Prepare these documents for an easier time later on. Submit only once instructed.
2. Why are the Requirements Different per Swine and Cattle Courses?
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Our applicants info for our Swine Courses are submitted to the Cavite office of TESDA, while our Cattle Courses are submitted to the Bulacan office of TESDA. Thus, their requirements are different per area.
3. Where Should I Submit my Requirements?
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Our courses require submissions from both online and face-to-face submissions. Some of our courses require you to submit documents online via our IVTSI online registration form. This form will be given upon payment of reservation or tuition fee.
4. Why is there a Casual Picture Requirement for Swine Courses?
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The casual picture required for our Swine Courses is needed for potential graduation pictures upon successful completion.
5. Why are Female Applicants Only Required to Submit their Marriage Certificate?
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Marriage Certificate is a requirement only when applicable. For our Swine Courses, female applicants are required to submit their Marriage Certificate for cross checking of maiden name and surname
Got more questions about our requirements? You can ask us via our FB page Messenger!
Tags: Website, Requirements, Tutorial, Enroll Now, TESDA, TESDA registered
Learn more about our Training Sites!
Article by Bautista, Justin
August 30, 2024.
IVTSI has an extensive lineup of training sites throughout the Philippines. We have various locations spanning the three major islands—Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao—and fifteen (15) major cities. With so many options, finding the right training site for you might seem overwhelming. But don't worry, we're here to help and guide you! Watch the video below to learn more about our Locations tab and its many features.
For further clarifications, please follow the steps listed below:
1. Click the Locations Tab.
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Visit the Locations tab located in the menu section of the website.
2. Check the Schedule and Course.
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Review the listed schedule. The schedule displays the type of program, date, training site location, and status.
3. Scroll Down for Exact Location and Directions via Google Maps.
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To determine the exact location and get directions to your desired training site, click the "Directions" button.
4. Use Current Location or Manually Enter it.
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Google can automatically detect your current location and provide directions to your chosen training site. If you prefer to enter your address manually, you can do so in the space provided. For example, the user's address might be entered as "SM Dasma."
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If you have further questions, you can ask them by contacting us via Messenger!
Tags: Website, Locations Tab, Tutorial
Celebrating Modern Heroes: OFWs, Butchers, and More!
Article by Bautista, Justin
June 26, 2024.
In light of celebrating Independence Day earlier this month, we would like to honour every butcher, locally or abroad. We salute all of you who actively seek to help your family and country!
We are excited to introduce our new "Alumni" page! This section is dedicated to praising the achievements of our distinguished alumni who have successfully reached their dreams of working overseas. We recognize Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) as modern heroes in our current society. The sacrifices that they have provided for the betterment of their family and country are truly remarkable and admirable. Just as the heroes of our past fought for freedom and progress, OFWs are forging their paths and achieving their goals, bringing pride to our nation with their skills and dedication. Whether excelling as butchers, welders, or in other vocational fields, their hard work abroad reflects the strength and determination embodying our independence.
On this page, you will find a compilation of thumbnails of the previously mentioned alumni. This page features the inspiring journeys of our graduates. These stories are a testament to the quality education and training they received at Infinity Vocational Training School Inc. (IVTSI), which equipped them with the skills needed to excel in their careers abroad. Whatever your goal is, IVTSI is here to help you achieve it. Whether you aspire to work overseas or wish to build a successful career locally, we are committed to providing you with the tools and knowledge to make your dreams a reality. We invite you to explore these inspiring stories and see how enrolling in our courses can help you achieve your dreams. Discover the possibilities and be inspired by the success of our alumni!
Click here to get redirected to the Alumni Page
Tags: IVTSI alum success stories, TESDA-accredited courses, Vocational training overseas
IVTSI Connect - Connecting Soon!
Article by Bautista, Justin
May 31, 2024.
We from IVTSI are excited to share our plans to create an online community welcoming everyone who shares the same passion for the incredible art of butchery. To foster a closer-knit community and provide a dedicated space for all things butchery, we're thrilled to announce the creation of our new Facebook Group. This group is designed to bring together anyone passionate about the art and craft of butchery, whether you're an alumni, a current student, a partner, or simply someone who loves this incredible field. Our Facebook Group is more than just a social media space—a hub for connection, learning, and sharing. Here's what you can expect:
1. Share Your Stories and Experiences
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Alums, we want to hear from you! Share your journey, successes, and experiences since graduating from IVTSI. Your stories can inspire current students and fellow alums alike.
2. Educational Insights from Partners
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We seek to collaborate with our partners to contribute posts with valuable educational tips and updates about the current state of the butchery industry. Stay informed about new techniques, industry standards, and market trends.
3. Stay Updated with Butchery News
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The group will be a go-to place for the latest news and updates related to butchery. From innovative tools to industry regulations, stay ahead with real-time information.
4. FAQs and Expert Answers
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Have questions about techniques, tools, or the industry? Our group will feature a dedicated FAQ section where you can get answers from experts and peers.
5. Interactive Polls
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We'll regularly post polls to get your opinions on various topics. Whether it's about favourite cuts of meat or preferred butchery methods, your voice matters.
6. Exciting Giveaways and Contests
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Who doesn't love a good giveaway? Participate in fun contests and stand a chance to win amazing prizes. It's our way of giving back to this beautiful community.
7. Meet-ups and Networking Opportunities
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We're planning virtual and in-person meet-ups to help you connect with fellow butchery enthusiasts. Network, share ideas, and find new opportunities in the field.
8. Engaging Content and Discussions
From in-depth discussions to light-hearted posts, the group will feature various content to keep you engaged. Share your thoughts, ask questions, and be part of meaningful conversations.
Whether you're looking to learn, share, or enjoy the company of fellow butchery enthusiasts, our Facebook Group is the place to be. Thank you for being a part of the IVTSI family. We look forward to seeing you in the group and making it an incredible space for everyone passionate about butchery.
Tags: Online Community, FAQs, Industry Tips.
Carving a New Path: Start Your Journey with IVTSI!
Article by Bautista, Justin
Apr 28, 2024.
Whether you want to learn a new skill or switch careers, IVTSI has your back! The growing popularity and need for butchers in countries like Canada, the UK, and Australia can be traced towards the rising demand for sustainability, high-quality food production and consumption and a renewed appreciation for the craftsmanship and expertise of skilled artisans. Thus, as the saying goes, strike the iron while it's hot.
For those who are planning to change the trajectory of their lives, switching careers as a professional butcher is an incredible option. Although it may seem daunting at a glance, it is both possible and worth it. However, it is essential to recognize that becoming a highly skilled professional butcher requires hands-on training and experience.
IVTSI's training programs aim to offer outstanding skills in various butchery disciplines, enabling students to begin with the basics and obtain significant employment opportunities in the meat industry, locally or globally.
Tags: Switching Careers, UK, Australia, Canada, Butchery.
Article by Bautista, Justin
Mar 28, 2024.
Our partnership with S&R is one of the driving factors that propel us over other butchery training schools. The practice and mastery each student obtains by training in our world-class industrial standard facilities mold them into competent and competitive individuals ready to face the challenges this discipline may offer. Currently, we have 13 Retail Meat Cutting training sites all over the Philippines. This includes S&R Imus, S&R Nuvali, S&R New Manila, S&R Marikina, S&R Cebu, S&R Dau, S&R Davao, S&R Iloilo, S&R Naga, S&R Kawit – Evo City, S&R Naga, and S&R San Fernando. We govern each training site and ensure that our standards of quality and excellence are upheld to the highest degree. We would like to highlight one of our less popular branches for this Month's article: S&R Nuvali.
S&R Nuvali is one of our pioneers in adapting our system. It is one of the cardinal locations where we developed and honed our craft. Due to how this club is stationed, the meat market is bustling. Being located within the heart of Sta. Rosa Laguna, the area acts as a captured market for various consumers. This then directly leads to a high demand for meat. Learners can practice to their heart's desire and hone their skills with all the carcasses provided. Based on our previous experiences, students tend to love this. They mention the beauty of training there. One of our previous students even mentioned, "Maganda diyan sa Nuvali, one to sawa palagi".
It is essential to note that we do not see this particular training site as better than our other training sites. Our training sites are treated with the same passion and love and are shared equally as if they were siblings. Nothing is greater than the other, but if you want more opportunities to practice, our training site in S&R Nuvali has its doors open!
Tags: Retail Meat Cutting, S&R Nuvali
Success Backed by Our Alumni
Article by Bautista, Justin & Tangonan, Edwin
Feb 28, 2024.
What is success? Success is one of those words that are hard consistently hard to define. One can argue that success is relative due to the many variations in definitions. Thus, a person is said to be successful by their own definition of success. Here at IVTSI, no matter what your definition of success is, our trainers and staff members will help and guide you towards finding your own standards of success.
As mentioned, IVTSI pushes students towards a path of success defined by their own terms. I want to highlight one of our many flourishing alumni for March's article. Lester Esteban was a safety officer before he entered IVTSI. Like many Filipinos, he aspires to help his family and work abroad. Lester enrolled for IVTSI's Meat Cutting-Swine Course and is part of S&R New Manila's Feb 6, 2023 batch. Now, he works as a grade 2 butcher in England under the globally known food-producing giant Cranswick.
Training schools such as IVTSI are pivotal in guiding the Filipino people to reach their dreams. However, here at IVTSI, we try our best to teach our students to achieve success based on their standards and ideals.
Tags: Alumni, Success Story, OFW, England, Retail Meat Cutting
2023, 2024 and the Future!
Article by Bautista, Justin
January 30, 2024.
As the first month of 2024 approaches, our team celebrates the successes that could be drawn from the momentum gained by one of our most successful years to date: 2023. We are truly humbled by all the love and support that our community has brought. We will continue striving for quality education that guides every student closer to their aspirations. With this in mind, there are several things to look forward to for this year and the succeeding ones.
A significant number of students have reached their respective dreams relating to butchery. The introduction of our cattle courses has opened other opportunities for students who want to specialize in learning the art and science of butchering cattle. This method of branching out will be explored and studied by the school. Thus opening the idea of expanding into other disciplines besides butchery. Other TESDA-affiliated/accredited courses include possible forklift operations, welding, and care-giving.
Again, on behalf of the IVTSI team, we would like to thank all of you for an incredibly successful 2023 and a fantastic start to 2024. We will continue to provide quality education that aims and serves to uphold the Filipino people. Tatak IVTSI!
Tags: 2024, New Year, Expansion, Forklift, Welding, Care Giving
Reach the Sky with Us!
Article by Bautista, Justin & Dela Cruz, Ana
December 21, 2023.
Butchery pertains to the science and art of preparing meat for sale or distribution. This craft has various sub-disciplines or specializations, such as Meat Cutting, Slaughtering Operations, and Food Processing. IVTSI has its roots deep in Slaughtering Operations, particularly with swine. However, due to our diligent efforts to improve the Filipino workforce, we partnered with RSRH Livestock Corporation to introduce several new cattle courses, formally added at the start of this year.
One of the questions we primarily get revolves around potential students asking which course among our four offered courses (Meat Cutting-Swine, Industrial Beef Meat Cutting, Slaughtering Operations-Swine, and Slaughtering Operations Cattle) is the best or the best program to work overseas with. In reality, all of the courses are viable for overseas employment. Thus, the best program is the course that you are passionate about.
Images from Left to Right: Cornelio Barrientos, Don Manastalas, Cha Julian, and Bernardo Bautista
Several students like Cha Julian and Don Manastalas have found their hearts in our cattle-related Slaughtering Operations program. They have recently worked in Melbourne, Australia, while Cornelio Barrientos works in Queenstown, New Zealand. Another alumnus of ours, Bernardo Bautista, is currently inching closer towards his dream of working in Australia. As previously mentioned, all of them are products of our Bulacan training site and were guided by their Slaughtering Operations Cattle instructor, Sir Eufemio Diocton, and academic director, Sir Romel Rapusas.
Through the years, IVTSI has produced superb international students ready for overseas employment. All of them may have different backgrounds, but one thing is common: they persevered to attain their dreams by enrolling in any of our four programs. You, too, could inch closer to your dreams of working abroad. Reach the Sky with IVTSI!
Tags: Alumni, Success Story, OFW, New Zealand, Slaughtering Operations Cattle
Level Up with Us!
Article by Bautista, Justin
November 7, 2023.
One of our goals is to spread our high-quality butchery programs to upskill the Filipino workforce. Our programs are Retail Meat Cutting, Slaughtering Operations Swine, Industrial Beef Meat Cutting, and Slaughtering Operations Cattle. Thanks to our partners, S&R, RSRH, Imus City Slaughterhouse, and CCM, we are able to expand and hold training in all three major Philippine islands. Our training sites span nine regions: Bicol, Calabarzon, Central Luzon, Central Visayas, Davao, Ilocos, NCR, Northern Mindanao, and Western Visayas. Among these nine regions, some of them even have multiple S&R clubs and multiple training sites for our Retail Meat Cutting Swine Course.
Graphics made by Justin Bautista
Our most recent S&R club transition is at S&R BGC and Calasiao. Club transitioning refers to aiding our partners by applying our excellent butchery practices, which adhere to international standards. These practices and techniques are taught, shown, and exposed to students. These transitioned S&R clubs can become future training sites, enforcing and apprising the Filipino people about our excellent butchery courses and further solidifying our goal to educate aspiring Filipino butchers.
Currently, we are in the process of transitioning our S&R Aseana club in Pasay City, adding another city to our already stellar line-up and marking 100% outright meat operations for S&R. Will your city contain the next S&R club to be transitioned and trained in? Stay tuned to find out more!
Tags: Expansion, S&R, Meat Cutting Swine, BGC, Calasiao
Start Your Next Chapter with Us!
Article by Bautista, Justin
Oct 2, 2023.
Start your Next Chapter With us! I've interviewed one of our alumni for this month's blog post. Her name is Joyce Ann Ronio, and she is from our 2021 Alagang Ferrer Batch! Her story is simply inspiring. As a single mother of two, she defied all odds and achieved her dreams as a lady butcher abroad. She is stationed as an Industrial Meat Butcher in Manitoba, Canada.
Besides quality education, IVTSI has provided students with countless memorable experiences that mold and hone them. For Joyce, one of her unforgettable IVTSI moments involve the learnings that mentors Sir Roy, Sir Romel, Sir Doods, and Sir Jeff taught, which extend beyond butchery.
Another of her favorite IVTSI experiences revolves around the confidence she gained with knife handling. As the days passed, she grew confident in what she did. She learned to apply this mindset of believing that you can do it, you will do it, and you will overcome it. She reminds herself that everything she does is for her kids and family.
Her message for aspiring butchers who want to work overseas is always to be hopeful, put into practice everything you have learned, and remember to thank the Lord.
I Choose IVTSI, Butcher Ako, may Yabang Ako.
Tags: Alumni, Success Story, OFW, Canada, Slaughtering Operations Swine
The IVTSI Intranational Experience: We Transcend Borders
