If you are an upcoming OFW, either a Domestic Worker or Profession/Skilled Worker, a PEOS Certificate is required to get an Overseas Employment Certificate from the POEA. You don’t have to go outside or the nearest POEA office to attend it; it can be done online. Here’s how to get a Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar Online.

A PEOS Certificate is a requirement for an OEC. However, this is a bit different from the PDS Certificate, or Pre-Departure Seminar, as it is conducted by POEA and is used before employment. In the Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar, you will learn about being an OFW, requirements, your rights, and many more. Read below!

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Register In POEA E-Registration

When you want to have a PEOS, you will need an E-Registration Number. If you don’t have one, you can register by reading the instructions below. You can also read more about POEA’s Online Portal and E-Registration in this article.

STEP 1: Go to this website and click “Let’s Go!”

STEP 2: Click “Register.” Accept the terms of usage.

STEP 3: Enter the information asked. Review it, then click “Register.” You will then receive an e-mail with your temporary password.

STEP 4: Log in to your account using the Temporary Password and change it.

STEP 5: On your dashboard, you can see your E-Registration Number, which you can use for the PEOS Online.

Getting A Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar

STEP 1: When you already have your E-Registration number. Go to this website.

STEP 2: Enter the information asked. Choose whether you are a skilled/professional worker or household worker – this is about the work you will be doing abroad. Click Proceed.

STEP 3: On your dashboard, you will have 8 Modules to check.

STEP 4: Click the 1st Module. You can either see a video or read the slides. Take notes as there is a quiz at the end.

STEP 5: Click “Let’s Review.” You will be answering a quiz. Make sure you at least pass so that you can proceed to the next module.

Repeat STEPs 4 and 5 until you are done with the 8 Modules.

STEP 6: After finishing the 8 Modules, you can print your PEOS Certificate.

STEP 7: Print it and submit this along with your application.

The Modules In The Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar

1: PRICEST

The first module will talk about life as an OFW and some of the concerns you will face. The keyword PRICEST summarizes them.

Physical Mobility – there may be countries that will limit your ability to “move around.” For example, in the Middle East.
Relationships – being far from your loved ones, are you okay with that?
Income and Expenses – Though the pay is big in other countries, you also need to consider the Cost of Living.
Career Movement and Job Security – there may be less opportunity to pull ranks. If there are problems in the economy, war, or pandemic, for example, you may be let go.
Environment – You will need to adapt to a new culture, language, climate, and time difference
Skill Set – Having the right experience and skill is needed
Time – Being on time and not “Filipino” Time

There are only 14 slides and 5 questions.

2: Job Search

This will discuss the importance of going through the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration and doing things legally. There will be tips about Recruitment Agencies, Government Placement Branches, and OEC. There are only 12 slides and 5 questions.

3: Forewarned, Forearmed

The module discusses illegal recruitment. The slides will give popular types of illegal recruitment scams and advise on how to avoid them. There are 25 slides, but super worth reading. 5 questions are also given.

4: Get The Prices Right

Know how much you will be paying when you will be an OFW. This would help you know whether the amount an agency asks from you is reasonable or not. There are only 10 slides and 5 questions.

5: Seal the Deal

You will be given tips about your Employment Contract. Make you have read it before signing it. There are only 12 slides and 5 questions.

6: Get Country Cozy

There are 3 different modules you would choose from depending on the country where you are getting deployed.

Asia
Americas and Europe
Middle East

The discussion would be about knowing more of the country, like the climate, lifestyle, practices, and food. Also, some etiquette and policies you need to learn. The slides depend on which module you choose; there are also 5 questions.

7: Staying Healthy & Keeping Safe

You will be given tips to being healthy and safe while you are out of the country. You will know common types of diseases and their prevention. And also about travel advisories. This module has 14 slides and 5 questions.

8: POEA Caring all the way

The last module is about POEA. Here, you will know why there is a POEA and the functions of this organization. There are different divisions, and they could help you in times of trouble. Also, there’s a directory of POEA in the slides. There are only 17 slides and 5 questions.

That’s it! It’s pretty easy getting a Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar for aspiring Filipino OFWs. It’s not only quick, but you can do it at the comfort of your home – no more going out. You can use your PEOS Certificate for your OEC Application. Good luck!

About the Writer

Hey, I’m Lyza! I once was a person who just imagined going to places “one day” but decided to pursue my dreams. My first travel abroad was in Japan, solo, last 2018, and I fell in love with the experience. I aim to visit 10 countries before turning 30 and 2 new places in the Philippines every year. Besides traveling, I love organizing trips, taking pictures, reading, and making new friends. Follow my adventures through my Instagram.

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