DICT opens free classes in digital skills, such as virtual assistant, digital marketing and design. Places open by class and by region.
Step by step
How long it takes
GO TO THE OFFICIAL WEBSITEsites.google.com/dict.gov.ph/spark-portal
↗ You will be leaving this site. Never pay or share your bank password to apply.
What they will ask for
Who gets priority
| Group | Priority? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Out-of-school youth | yes | depends on the class |
| Women and people with disabilities | yes | depends on the class |
| OFWs and small businesses | yes | depends on the class |
Everything you need to know
Which courses are available
Virtual assistant, social media and digital marketing, graphic design, video editing, data analysis, AI basics and app development.
Each class has its own age and region rules.
How to know when a class opens
DICT announces classes on your region's page and on the SPARK portal. Places are limited and the deadline is short.
Turn on notifications for your region's DICT page.
Beware of fake websites
There are websites that imitate DICT to steal your data. Apply only through the official pages.
DICT does not charge a fee to join the classes.
Quick tips
Turn on notificationsfor the DICT page
Have a computersome classes require one
Never paya legitimate selection process doesn't charge fees
Frequently asked questions
Is it free?
Yes, the places are scholarship-funded.
Is it self-paced?
No. Classes have fixed start dates.
Is it online?
It depends on the class: in-person, hybrid or online.
Where can I see the classes that are open?
On the DICT page for your region and on the SPARK portal.