The partnership was formalized by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Singapore. LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky, LinkedIn APAC Managing Director Feon Ang, and Philippines Secretary of Education Sonny Angara attended the ceremony, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s drive to enhance educational standards.
LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, has partnered with the Philippines’ Department of Education (DepEd) to help tackle the country’s education and workforce development challenges. Through this collaboration, over 200,000 public school teachers will gain access to LinkedIn Learning courses aligned with the Philippines Professional Standards for Teachers.
This initiative aims to equip educators with vital skills in creative thinking, digital literacy, and data analytics—especially crucial as the country undergoes rapid digital transformation fueled by AI. By enhancing their capabilities, teachers will be better prepared to deliver high-quality education and remain efficient and effective in the classroom.
Beyond teacher development, DepEd will also use LinkedIn Talent Insights to guide curriculum design for senior high school students. This data-driven strategy ensures that classroom instruction aligns with real-world job market demands, ultimately helping students graduate with in-demand, job-ready skills.
Closing the teacher gap
“The Philippines continues to face a teacher shortage—currently around 90,000—and challenges in teacher distribution,” said Senator Sonny Angara, Secretary of Education. “The pandemic emphasized the need for continuous professional support for educators, especially in diverse and remote learning environments. Our partnership with LinkedIn allows DepEd to go beyond one-time trainings and build sustainable development programs.”
He added, “By utilizing LinkedIn’s global insights and vast learning library, we can bridge skill gaps and empower teachers to drive meaningful classroom impact.”
Preparing students for an evolving job market
With over 1.1 billion global members, including 16 million in the Philippines, LinkedIn has unique insights into workforce trends. Its recent Work Change report estimates that 70% of job skills in the Philippines will change by 2030, largely due to AI’s growing influence. Already, 10% of jobs in 2024 are in roles that didn’t exist two decades ago—such as AI Engineer, Data Scientist, and Customer Success Manager.
The demand for AI proficiency is rising fast. A LinkedIn study shows that 68% of Filipino leaders would prefer hiring candidates with AI skills—even if they have less experience. Yet, soft skills remain just as crucial. Among the top 10 most in-demand skills in the Philippines, six are soft skills—including writing, critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership, and communication.
“AI is reshaping the way we work, but it also highlights the growing value of human-centric skills,” said Feon Ang, LinkedIn’s APAC Managing Director. “Through this partnership, we’re focused on equipping educators with both technical and soft skills to lead the next wave of workforce transformation. Ultimately, our goal is to help prepare the next generation of Filipinos to thrive in a fast-changing world.”
Empowering high school students
As part of the collaboration, DepEd will introduce “LinkedIn 101” training for senior high school students. The sessions will teach students how to create impactful profiles, build professional connections, and leverage LinkedIn to find job opportunities. By learning how to showcase their skills and achievements early on, students can increase their visibility to employers and enhance their chances of career success after graduation.
“This partnership represents our shared commitment to uplifting the country’s education system and workforce readiness,” Secretary Angara concluded. “By empowering both educators and students with future-ready skills, we’re helping pave the way for a more competitive and capable generation of Filipino professionals.”