NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM

The University of the Philippines Baguio (UPB) began implementing the National Service Training Program (NSTP) in the Academic Year (AY) 2003-2004, as mandated by the Republic Act 9163 otherwise known as the “National Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001”. The NSTP aims to develop civic consciousness and defense preparedness in tertiary-level students through its three (3) components: Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS), Literacy Training Service (LTS), and Reserved Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). UPB gradually introduced these components, starting with the LTS in the Academic Year (AY) 2003-2004, followed by the CWTS in the AY 2010-2011, and ROTC in the AY 2013-2014.

The NSTP components are as follows:

Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS) focuses on community well-being and facility enhancements through different programs and activities.
Literacy Training Service (LTS) prepares students to teach literacy and numeracy to school children, out-of-school youth, and others in need.
Reserved Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) provides military training to tertiary-level students to prepare them for national defense

Objectives

Personnel

The NSTP Office aims to implement the NSTP Law in accordance with the mandate of the University of the Philippines as a Service University, and as a constituent unit of UP in Northern Luzon. In the process, the program aims to provide an education that:

Develop an appreciation for the ability to become agents of change;
Develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes about the Cordillera as a (a) major
watershed cradle for Northern Luzon; (b) home to diverse Indigenous Communities; and (c) a national resource base facing various threats and challenges;
Serve as a vehicle to respond to community-defined problems that match UP Baguio’s expertise towards long-term impact in communities that UP Baguio serves; and
Complement the existing advocacies of UP Baguio

Kimberly P. Paglingayen
NSTP Coordinator

Contact Us

Email:

nstp.upbaguio@up.edu.ph

Location:

Lower Ground, Student-Alumni Center, University of the Philippines Baguio,

Governor Pack Road, Baguio City 2600

Service and Programs

Validation/Certification of Equivalence of NSTP Course Taken from Another Institution

This service facilitates the validation/certification of the equivalence of the NSTP course taken by a student at another institution. If the process is successful, it will allow the student to be exempted from retaking the equivalent NSTP component.

Office or Division	NSTP Office
Classification	Simple
Type of Transaction	G2C – Government to Client
Who may Avail	NSTP students
Checklist of Requirements			Where to Secure
Equivalence Form			Office of the College Secretary (UP Baguio)
Transcript of Records/Report of Grades			Office of the University Registrar (previous institution)
Course Syllabus			Faculty-in-Charge of NSTP course taken (previous institution)
CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTION	FEES TO BE PAID		PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE
Submit complete requirements to the NSTP Office	1.1. Accept the submitted request form from the client	None		1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.2. Check the availability of the requested equipment and/or supplies			10 minutes [Within 3 working days from receipt of requirements]	NSTP Coordinator
	1.3. Issuance of signed equivalence form to student or notification of student regarding non-equivalence			1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
TOTAL		None		12 minutes

2. Certification of Exemption for SK Officials

This service facilitates the Validation/Certification of Exemption for incumbent Sanggunian Kabataan (SK) Officials enrolled in the CWTS component of the NSTP. Successful certification will allow the student to be exempted from rendering services from NSTP 2 (CWTS).

Office or Division	NSTP Office
Classification	Simple
Type of Transaction	G2C – Government to Client
Who may Avail	NSTP students
Checklist of Requirements			Where to Secure
Certificate of Enrollment in NSTP 2 (CWTS)			Office of the University Registrar
Oath of Office as an SK Official			Local Government Unit
Certificate of Good Standing			City or Municipal Local Government Operations Officer
Copy of Approved Annual Barangay Youth Investment Program (ABYIP)			Local Government Unit
Terms of Reference as an SK Official			Local Government Unit
CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTION	FEES TO BE PAID		PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE
Submit complete requirements to the NSTP Office.	1.1. Accept the submitted requirements from the client	None		1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.2. Review submitted requirements			10 minutes [Within 3 working days from receipt of requirements]	NSTP Coordinator
	1.3. Issuance of Signed Certificate of Exemption or notification regarding the non-exemption from NSTP 2 (CWTS)			1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
						TOTAL	None	12 minutes

3. Reimbursement of Transportation Expenses for NSTP-related Activities

This provides reimbursement options to NSTP 2 students for transportation expenses incurred during the conduct of their service.

Office or Division	NSTP Office
Classification	Simple
Type of Transaction	G2C – Government to Client
Who may Avail	NSTP students
Checklist of Requirements			Where to Secure
Original receipts or tickets for transportation expenses			Transportation Service
Transportation Log Form (if receipts are unavailable)			Available at the NSTP Office or via NSTP Office email (nstp.upbaguio@up.edu.ph)
Certification of Expenses not Requiring Receipts (CERR), signed by the student and the NSTP Coordinator			Available at the NSTP Office
CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTION	FEES TO BE PAID		PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE
Submit accomplished CERR form and Transportation Log/Official receipt or ticket	1.1. Accept the submitted requirements from the client	None		1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.2. Review submitted requirements			10 minutes [Within 3 working days from receipt of requirements]	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
Claim/receive transportation expenses reimbursement	2.1. Issuance of Reimbursement to NSTP student/Facilitator	None		1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
TOTAL		None		12 minutes

4. Provision of NSTP Equipment and Supplies

This service provides NSTP facilitators with access to available equipment and supplies required for conducting their classes and activities, subject to availability.

Office or Division	NSTP Office
Classification	Simple
Type of Transaction	G2G – Government to Government
Who may Avail	NSTP facilitators
Checklist of Requirements			Where to Secure
Request Form (printed or electronic)			Available at the NSTP Office or via NSTP Office email (nstp.upbaguio@up.edu.ph)
CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTION	FEES TO BE PAID		PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE
Submit an accomplished request form for equipment and/or supplies (via email or in person at the NSTP Office)	1.1. Accept the submitted requirements from the client	None		1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.2. Check the availability of the requested equipment and/or supplies			3 minutes	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.3. Log the request in the logbook			1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.4. Issue the equipment and/or supplies to the facilitator			1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
Return of borrowed equipment and/or supplies	1.1. Accept the returned equipment and/or supplies	None		2 minutes	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.2. Inspect returned equipment and/or supplies for damage			3 minutes	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.3. Log the return in the logbook			1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.4. Return equipment and/or supplies to storage			1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
TOTAL		None		6-13 minutes

5. Processing of Academic Field Activity (AFA) Request Forms for NSTP Activities

This service facilitates the processing of AFA request forms for NSTP activities.

Office or Division	NSTP Office
Classification	Simple
Type of Transaction	G2G – Government to Government
Who may Avail	NSTP facilitators
Checklist of Requirements			Where to Secure
Student Participation Agreement for Off-Campus Academic Field Activities (SPA)			Available at the NSTP Office or via NSTP Office email (nstp.upbaguio@up.edu.ph)
Academic Field Activity Request Form (AFA)			Available at the NSTP Office or via NSTP Office email (nstp.upbaguio@up.edu.ph)
CLIENT STEPS	AGENCY ACTION	FEES TO BE PAID		PROCESSING TIME	PERSON RESPONSIBLE
NSTP facilitators to submit complete requirements to the NSTP Office at least 3 working days before the scheduled activity	1.1. Accept the submitted requirements from the client	None		1 minute	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.4. Review/ consolidate the Academic Field Activity Request form and Student Participation Agreement Forms			10 minutes [Within 3 working days from receipt of requirements]	NSTP Coordinator/ NSTP Office Staff
	1.5. NSTP Coordinator to sign Academic Field Activities Request Forms for endorsement			1 minute [Within 3 working days from receipt of requirements]	NSTP Coordinator
	1.6. Forward endorsed Academic Field Activities Request Forms to OVCAA for signed approval			1 minute	NSTP Office Staff
TOTAL		None		13 minutes

6. Free printing for NSTP-related documents for Students and Facilitators

HIGHLIGHT OF ACTIVITIES

The NSTP Office continues to implement various programs and activities throughout 2024 and 2025. These initiatives foster civic engagement, promote community welfare, and enhance students’ leadership and teamwork skills.

1st Semester, AY 2024-2025

NSTP 1 Orientation and Enrollment

On 19 August, the NSTP Office held an orientation to welcome new students and provide an overview of the NSTP. The orientation covered the NSTP components and student learning outcomes.

In the 1st Semester of AY 2024-2025, 476 students were enrolled in NSTP 1. Of these, 289 students were in the CWTS, and 187 were in the LTS component. Fifteen facilitators were assigned to different components and classes.

Emergency Response and Survival Training

The NSTP Office organized an Emergency Response and Survival Training on 14 October as part of the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Awareness Module in NSTP 1. Experts from the City Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office – Baguio City led the training, which covered Basic Life Support (CPR), Bandaging, Patient Casualty Handling and Use of Stretchers, and Basic Knot Tying. The training taught students important life skills and knowledge and prepared them better for emergencies.

Figure 1. The NSTP Office organized training on emergency response and survival skills, equipping students with important skills such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bandaging, patient casualty handling and use of stretchers, and knot tying.

Environmental Awareness and Protection Lecture

Lectures focusing on the importance of the Central Cordillera as a biodiversity hotspot and the importance of practical actions like planting native trees were held on 21 October. Mr. Mark P. Villarubia and Assoc. Prof. Liezel M. Magtoto shared valuable knowledge about Philippine native species and their crucial role in our ecosystem. The lectures aimed to inspire the students to become better environmental stewards. This learning activity was organized by the NSTP Facilitators with assistance from the NSTP Office.

2nd Semester, AY 2024-2025

NSTP 2 General Orientation

The NSTP Office conducted a general orientation on 20 January, via Zoom. NSTP 2 students were invited to attend. Overall, the orientation provided new NSTP 2 students with essential information about the program which also helped clarify student expectations.

NSTP Memorandum of Agreement Signing

The UP Baguio NSTP signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) together with 18 institutions/communities outlining the purpose and goal between the parties regarding NSTP Activities. NSTP MOA clearly stated the scope, limitations, duties, obligations, rules, timelines, and conditions governing the partnership. The MOA also monitors and evaluates compliance with the agreement.

Partner Institutions and Communities

Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS)

Barangay Ambiong
Barangay Brookside
Barangay Dominican-Mirador
Barangay Manuel Roxas
Barangay Middle Quirino Hill
Barangay Salud Mitra
Barangay West Modern Site
Barangay West Quirino Hill
City Environment and Parks Management Office
City Tourism Office
Cordillera Women’s Education, Action Research Center, Inc.
Department of Social Welfare and Development
1. DSWD Regional Office – Cordillera Administrative Region
2. Reception and Study Center for Children
3. Regional Haven For Women and Girls
Northern Dispatch
UPB Native Plants Committee

Literacy Training Service

Baguio Central School
Baguio City Public Library
Baguio City SPED Center
Don Mariano Marcos Elementary School
San Vicente Elementary School
Springhills Elementary School through the Ugnayan ng Pahinungod Baguio

NSTP Internship/Deployment

The NSTP 2 students began their deployment last February 2025. Their assignment to different institutions and communities will provide them with hands-on experience on service-oriented engagement and leadership.

NSTP 2 Proposed Programs and Activities

Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS)

Creating a community/vegetable garden for locals
Improving/rehabilitating libraries, barangay health centers, and children’s playground
Cleaning and beautification of barangays through gardening, landscaping, tree planting, de-weeding, street sweeping, canal cleaning of canals, repainting of public infrastructures, etc.
Making of road signages, street signs, and signages for proper waste segregation
Conducting information/education campaigns
Conducting Voters’ Education sessions
Mural painting
Maintaining green spaces and tree planting in partnership with CEPMO
Documenting stories of partner communities in partnership with CWEARC
Managing database on political dynasties in partnership with Northern Dispatch
Conducting an inventory of native and non-native plants in UP Baguio Sabkil Research Station

Literacy Training Service (LTS)

Conducting one-on-one tutorials in partnership with different elementary schools in Baguio City and with identified DSWD Regional Centers
Conducting remedial classes
Facilitating reviews for NAT, NSAT, or school exams
Aiding/assisting public school teachers
Teaching subjects like Math, English, Science, Reading, etc.
Providing discussions on journalism/communication
Coaching students on Journalism
Conducting art workshops
Facilitating storytelling sessions
Assisting students in competitions/performances
Rehabilitating/re-organizing and maintaining barangay libraries
Rendering volunteer teaching services in partnership with the Ugnayan ng Pahinungod Baguio