Armada Logics Team Earns TESDA TM1 Certification to Train Next-Gen Software Developers

La Union—Armada Logics has taken another major step in its mission to turn Region 1 into a thriving hub for software development talent. Four members of the Instruction Team—Rogimer Urriza, Roby Anne Galo, Lenard Cordial, and Mario Narvaez—completed 33 days of intensive training and evaluation, officially earning their TESDA Trainers Methodology Level 1 (TM1) Certification. The TESDA TM1 certification is TESDA’s gold standard in the technical-vocational field for trainer and assessor accreditation.

On July 5, 2025, Rogie, Roby, and Lenard earned their TM1 credentials at the Provincial Training Center in Macalva, Agoo. Soon after, on August 16, 2025, Mario followed, completing his TM1 certification at ABC Technical Learning Center. Their achievement marks another milestone in strengthening Armada’s growing force of TESDA-qualified trainers and assessors.

As part of the process, TESDA evaluators assessed them on three key skills:

In addition to this milestone, Rogimer and Roby also hold Programming (Java) NC III certifications. Lenard holds a Web Development NC III certification and is preparing to take his Programming (Java) NC III. Mario—who plays an active role in instruction and learner support—now adds TM1 certification to his credentials. This, along with his Web Development NC III certification, further strengthens the team’s overall teaching capacity.

By earning the TM1 certification, Armada Logics’ instruction team demonstrates its foundation in effective teaching strategies, industry-aligned curriculum development, and updated technical expertise.

Why The TESDA TM1 Certification Matters

Clearly, this milestone is more than just a piece of certification—it’s a catalyst for broader impact.

Scaling with Purpose

Armada Logics has long been committed to developing tech talent across the Philippines. The company continuously upskills its internal teams. Actively runs free specialized training programs and provides hands-on learning opportunities for aspiring developers nationwide. Now, supported by TM1-certified trainers like Rogie, Roby, Lenard, and Mario, Armada can formally assess and certify trainees under TESDA standards. Helping more learners transition into job-ready professionals.

Boosting Regional Tech Education

With this new credential, Armada Logics is actively transforming the region into a premier destination for tech learning. This milestone opens up more opportunities for aspiring developers outside Metro Manila. At the same time, it positions La Union as an authorized training ground for homegrown, job-ready software talent.

TESDA-Backed Credibility

Furthermore, Armada Logics is reaffirming its commitment to providing top-notch, industry-aligned training programs. Programs that equip students for real-world tech careers by employing TM1-certified trainers and maintaining TESDA accreditation.

The Path to Excellence

Over the course of six weeks, Armada’s Instruction Team dove deep into the core of what makes effective tech education: competency-based teaching strategies, assessment frameworks, and learner-centered curriculum design. Mario’s completion of his own TM1 training further reinforces the team’s strength—showcasing Armada’s commitment to building a deep bench of certified educators.

But what truly sets Armada Logics apart from other software development training centers is our ability to pair educational excellence with real-world industry experience.

For more than a decade, the company has been building Silicon Valley–standard software solutions from its base in La Union. We support clients across a range of industries, from startups to established powerhouses. 

Among these clients is Coding Dojo, one of the longest-running US-based coding bootcamps. Undeniably, Armada Logics' engineers were instrumental in developing their learning platform and shaping their early curriculum—supporting the journey from MVP to successful exit.

This rare blend of hands-on industry experience and TESDA-accredited instructional expertise allows Armada Logics to deliver training that’s both practical and nationally recognized—advancing our mission to be a leading tech training provider for the future.

What’s Next?

With four additional TM1-certified trainers, Armada Logics is prepared to scale its programs across Region 1. The company is launching new cohorts offering a structured mix of:

• Technical skills in high-demand stacks (starting with Programming (Java) NC III)
• Assessment-driven instruction aligned with TESDA standards
• Job-ready soft skills and career placement support

Each batch, in turn, will be led by certified trainers and assessors like Mario, Rogimer, Roby, and Lenard—focused on quality, consistency, and relevance to the local and global job market.

Students can expect an immersive learning experience. Through live instruction, hands-on activities, real-world projects, and rigorous evaluations, Armada prepares them for both certification and real software development roles.

The Start of a New Chapter

Armada Logics is continuously evolving. What began as in-house and community training can now be shared more broadly through TESDA-accredited programs. With official accreditation as a training center and four newly TM1-certified trainers, Armada is now positioned to train and formally certify the next generation of Filipino tech talent.

With our roots in innovation and our eyes on national impact, Armada Logics is building a scalable, replicable pipeline to develop top-tier Filipino software engineers. Beginning in Region 1 and expanding beyond.

As for aspiring developers in Region 1?

Their future just got a lot closer.

Interested in joining a future cohort?

Visit tesda.armadalogics.com to learn more about upcoming programs and how to apply.

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