Singson launches call center training

Ilocos Sur first district Rep. Ronald Singson has launched a “Train Now, Pay Later” program for his constituents, aiming to have them land high-paying jobs in the country’s flourishing call center industry.

The young congressman, who is serving his first term, earlier forged an agreement with Edulynx Corp., a training and manpower specialist, to conduct the 100-hour training course specializing on English communication and soft skills.

Under the agreement, an initial batch of 30 trainees will undergo the program in Vigan City.

Singson has allocated P240,000 from his congressional fund for the whole training, which would cost P8,000 per trainee.

The lawmaker, son of former Ilocos Sur governor Luis “Chavit” Singson, said those who would successfully gain employment after the program are expected to pay back their training expenses to fund the training of the succeeding batches.

Edulynx would provide two trainers for every batch of 30 members after screening qualified applicants. The company will also help find jobs for the graduates.

The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) will be tapped to assess the graduates and issue the necessary accreditation.

Singson expects the initial batch of trainees to undergo the program by early next month.

One of the training venues being eyed is the Baluarte compound where former Gov. Singson built classrooms to train caregivers.