The Fundamentals of Bookkeeping (Batch 2) training successfully concluded at the DICT Misamis Oriental Office, successfully gathering participants committed to strengthening their financial literacy and professional skills. This initiative, part of the Lifelong Learning and Professional Development trainings, aims to provide practical tools that empower individuals to manage finances effectively, pursue professional growth, and contribute to economic development.
The one-day training focused on essential bookkeeping concepts, including recording transactions, classifying accounts, and preparing accurate financial statements. Through interactive lectures, practical exercises, and real-world case discussions, participants gained hands-on experience and a better understanding of the importance of organized and transparent recordkeeping. The training includes hands-on workshops and activities, allowing participants to apply their learnings to an action.
Participants demonstrated active engagement throughout the training, asking questions, sharing experiences, and collaborating on exercises. Many noted how the skills they acquired will be directly applicable to their workplaces and small business operations. By equipping participants with essential financial skills, the program contributes to a broader goal of fostering a competent and responsible workforce capable of supporting local and national economic progress.
The resource speaker, Ms. Rica H. La Fuente, highlighted how proper bookkeeping practices not only promote accountability and efficiency in business and organizational operations but also contribute to personal financial management. Participants actively engaged in exercises and discussions, demonstrating their eagerness to apply the lessons learned in their professional and personal endeavors.
The training concluded with the giving of the certificate to the resource speaker, and answering of post-evaluation form as basis for giving of certificates to the participants, symbolizing their achievement and readiness to apply their newly gained knowledge in practical settings. As the second batch completes this program, the organizers look forward to continuing their mission of empowering more individuals through quality education, skills development, and lifelong learning opportunities.