10/07/2026
NSTP 101
The National Service Training Program (NSTP), established under Republic Act No. 9163 or the NSTP Act of 2001, is more than just a course requirement; it is a chance for students to serve, lead, and take part in nation-building.
NSTP has three components, each with a different focus:
๐ช ROTC (Reserve Officersโ Training Corps)
For students interested in military training and national defense preparedness. Previous ROTC activities have included pistol and rifle marksmanship, survival techniques, signal communications, map reading, and land navigation training.
๐ค CWTS (Civic Welfare Training Service)
For students who want to work directly with communities through service-oriented activities that promote public welfare and improve quality of life. Previous CWTS initiatives included community beautification, clean-up drives, gardening, waste management, mural and signage painting, deworming assistance, barangay library improvement, office archiving, profiling and community-based studies, campaign material production, and other community support activities.
๐ LTS (Literacy Training Service)
For students who want to help teach and support learning. Previous LTS activities included reading, writing, and math tutoring, computer literacy, values education, Araling Panlipunan, music sessions, storytelling, journalism workshops, storybook creation, preparation of visual learning aids, review sessions, and learning activities for children and other learners.
Soโฆ where do you see yourself? In the field, in the community, or in the learning space?
Choose the NSTP component that matches not only your interest, but also the kind of service you want to give.
Credit: The photos featured in this post are documentation of NSTP completers for School Year 2025โ2026.
