Free Microsoft & IBM Courses via TESDA Online Program

In today’s fast-evolving job market, acquiring specialized tech skills no longer requires expensive bootcamps or costly university units. Through strategic global partnerships, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) offers free, self-paced courses aligned with industry-standard credentials from Microsoft and IBM on the TESDA Online Program (TOP) platform.

Whether you are a student, career shifter, working professional, or Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW), these courses provide an accessible pathway to building foundational expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and emerging digital technologies.

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1. Microsoft Cybersecurity Fundamentals (SC-900)

Cyber threats are growing exponentially worldwide, making security experts among the most sought-after professionals in the IT industry. TESDA’s Microsoft Cybersecurity Course: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals prepares learners for the official Microsoft SC-900 certification exam.

What You Will Learn

• Core Security Concepts: Fundamental principles of zero-trust architecture, threat protection, and risk management.
  
  
• Microsoft Entra ID: Identity and access management solutions across cloud and hybrid environments.
  
  
• Microsoft Security Solutions: Security capabilities in Microsoft Sentinel, Defender, and compliance features within Microsoft Purview.
  
  
• Data Governance & Privacy: How organizations safeguard sensitive information to meet international compliance standards.
  
  
• Who it’s for: IT support specialists, network administrators, and beginners aiming to specialize in cloud security or IT compliance.

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2. Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping every major sector—from finance and customer support to healthcare and digital marketing. The Microsoft Artificial Intelligence Course: Azure AI Fundamentals is designed to demystify complex AI concepts and prepare candidates for the Microsoft Certified: AI-900 exam.

What You Will Learn

• Core AI Workloads: Fundamental concepts behind Machine Learning (ML), Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Generative AI.
  
  
• Azure AI Capabilities: Hands-on understanding of Microsoft Azure tools, including Azure AI Vision, Speech, Translator, and Language services.
  
  
• Generative AI & LLMs: How Large Language Models function and how generative AI models are deployed on Microsoft Azure.
  
  
• Responsible AI Principles: Frameworks for ensuring fairness, transparency, privacy, and accountability in AI applications.
  
  
• Who it’s for: Developers, data analysts, content creators, and tech enthusiasts looking to leverage AI tools or transition into cloud computing.

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3. IBM SkillsBuild Tracks

TESDA has also partnered with IBM SkillsBuild to bring enterprise-grade technical training directly to Filipino learners. IBM SkillsBuild provides structured learning pathways complete with digital credentials and badges that can be shared on platforms like LinkedIn.

Key Learning Pathways Available

• Artificial Intelligence & Generative AI: From foundational AI literacy to prompt engineering, agentic AI, and AI ethics.
  
  
• Data Analytics & Visualization: Managing data hygiene, manipulating datasets, and presenting business insights using tools like Microsoft Excel and visual dashboards.
  
  
• Cloud Computing & IT Infrastructure: Core principles of cloud deployment, virtualization, and hybrid cloud management.
  
  
• Cybersecurity Operations: Practical methodologies for threat identification, vulnerability assessment, and incident troubleshooting.
  
  
• Professional & 21st Century Work Skills: Project management, problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and workplace collaboration.

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Overview: Course Comparison

Feature	Microsoft SC-900	Microsoft AI-900	IBM SkillsBuild
Core Focus	Cloud Security, Identity & Compliance	AI, Machine Learning & Azure AI Services	Multi-track (AI, Data, Cloud, Cybersecurity)
Pace	100% Self-Paced	100% Self-Paced	100% Self-Paced
Prerequisites	Basic IT literacy	Basic IT literacy	None (Beginner to Intermediate)
Certification	Prepares for SC-900 Exam	Prepares for AI-900 Exam	IBM Digital Badges & Credentials
Cost	Free Course via TESDA	Free Course via TESDA	Free via TESDA & IBM

How to Access These Courses on e-TESDA

Enrolling in these global tracks takes only a few minutes. Follow these simple steps to get started:

1. Create an e-TESDA Account

Visit e-tesda.gov.ph, click Create an Account, and fill out the learner registration form.

2. Verify Your Account

Check your email inbox for the activation link sent by TESDA and verify your registration.

3. Navigate to ICT Courses

Log in, go to the Course Catalog, and select Information and Communication Technology (ICT).

4. Enroll in Your Preferred Track

Select Microsoft Cybersecurity (SC-900), Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900), or IBM SkillsBuild, click Enroll, and begin learning immediately at your own pace!

Key Advantage: Completing these free online modules gives you a solid foundation to take official global certification exams or showcase digital credentials on your resume, significantly boosting your employability in local and remote tech roles