{"id":20804,"date":"2025-07-30T15:50:36","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T07:50:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mass-specc.coop\/?p=20804"},"modified":"2026-04-21T07:51:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T23:51:12","slug":"mass-specc-tesda-celebrate-graduates-of-cdm-level-iv-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mass-specc.coop\/?p=20804","title":{"rendered":"MASS-SPECC, TESDA Celebrate Graduates of CDM Level IV Course"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Forty-four co-operative leaders and managers from across Mindanao recently completed the Cooperative Development and Management (CDM) Level IV Training Program\u2014marking another milestone in the shared commitment of MASS-SPECC Cooperative Development Center and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to strengthen co-operatives through transformative, values-based education.<\/span><\/p>

The graduation ceremony, held on July 19, 2025, at Casa Real, VIP Hotel, celebrated the accomplishments of Batch 6 (21 graduates) and Batch 7 (23 graduates). The program welcomed learners not only from MASS-SPECC affiliate co-operatives but also from 15 non-member co-ops\u2014reflecting the inclusive and collaborative spirit of the co-operative movement.<\/span><\/p>

More than a leadership and management course, the CDM Level IV Program serves as a platform for internalizing the co-operative identity. The training emphasized the globally recognized co-operative values and principles, enabling participants to explore how values-based leadership and management contribute to co-operative sustainability and social relevance. Its curriculum covered lessons related to basic, common, and core competencies required of co-op leaders and managers.<\/span><\/p>

The ceremony opened with a procession and opening rites, followed by welcome remarks from Atty. Jose Agerico De Guzman, Chairperson of MASS-SPECC, who highlighted the vital role of leaders in building resilient co-operative communities.<\/span><\/p>

He was joined by <\/span>Nizar R. Pangalian<\/b>, Senior CDS – Cooperative Research Information and Training Section of the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Regional Office 10, who delivered a message of encouragement on behalf of Regional Director Aminoden A. Elias. Also present was <\/span>Mirasol T. Aput<\/b>, Technical Education and Skills Development Specialist II, representing TESDA Misamis Oriental Provincial Director Marigold Cherie R. Garrido, who officially confirmed the graduates.<\/span><\/p>

TESDA\u2019s continued support underscores the growing synergy between the government and the co-operative sector in advancing lifelong learning and inclusive development. Its partnership with MASS-SPECC has benefited particularly small and medium-size co-operatives in Mindanao.<\/span><\/p>

In his keynote message, Romulo M. Villamin, Managing Director of the Institute of Cooperative Studies and Lead Trainer, encouraged the graduates to live out the co-operative values they had learned:<\/span><\/p>

\u201cIt was a challenge to design a course that suited the specific needs of your co-operatives,\u201d<\/span><\/i> Villamin shared. <\/span>\u201cWe provided the materials and support to help you complete your coursework, and I hope we have succeeded in that.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>

He added, <\/span>\u201cFrom all your sharing and reflections, it\u2019s clear that you have truly internalized the lessons.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>

The event concluded with the singing of the graduation hymn\u2014specially composed for CDM Batches 6 and 7\u2014followed by a warm fellowship among participants, trainers, and guests.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cIn the co-operative world, we are fueled not by individual ambition, but by collective action through service,\u201d<\/span><\/i> shared graduate Marvin Nadala, Manager of Basilan Farmers ARB MOC, in his heartfelt testimonial.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cWe did not come here just because we wanted to feel good. We came here because we wanted to do good for others.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>

The CDM Level IV Program is part of MASS-SPECC\u2019s broader mission to develop capable, committed, and ethical co-operative leaders across Mindanao. The program is led by a team of seasoned trainers, including Romulo Villamin, Bernadette O. Toledo, CPA, MEM-SEI, Aida B. Sagarino, CPA, and Cromwell Esteban C. Rabaya, with support from CDA and TESDA resource persons.<\/span><\/p>

With their new knowledge, strengthened values, and a renewed sense of purpose, the 44 graduates\u2014representing agricultural, credit, multipurpose, consumer, and transport co-operatives\u2014now return to their organizations ready to lead with deeper commitment to the co-operative movement.<\/span><\/p>

As MASS-SPECC celebrates this success, it continues to open pathways for education and development in the spirit of <\/span>\u201cSharing and Growing Together,\u201d<\/span><\/i> a fitting reminder in this International Year of Cooperatives.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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