Section 13Sec./Art. 13

Lifelong Learning in Private Enterprises. - Private corporations, institutions, workplaces, and other similar establishments are encouraged to provide inclusive lifelong learning to their employees to ensure that their skills remain relevant and responsive to the changes of the world of work. Private enterprises are encouraged to conduct activities for the promotion of lifelong learning, and give consideration and/or incentives to employees who enroll in graduate studies or in any form of lifelong learning and continuing education by allowing revised schedules, alternative work arrangements, and adjusted workloads without sacrificing the quality of work. The participation of private enterprises in the following areas supportive of lifelong learning shall also be promoted:

(a) Providing information to employees regarding current and future skills needed;

(b) Updating of skills standards and training design responsive to changing needs in the labor market;

(c) Development of enterprise- and community-based skills training and career guidance mechanisms; and

(d) Collaboration through the involvement of all relevant stakeholders in pooling expertise, resources, and funding towards concrete upskilling and reskilling actions.

The employees are also encouraged to provide scholarships and incentives to their employees who wish to pursue lifelong learning activities.