As part of ASEAN convergence, which framework does the Philippines adopt for standards and outcomes in education?

• A. Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF)
• B. Philippine Professional Standards for Teacher (PPST)
• C. ASEAN Common Education Framework
• D. National Curriculum Standards

Answer: (A)

The Philippines uses a national system that organizes qualifications and their expected outcomes across education and training. This is the Philippine Qualifications Framework, which describes the levels of qualifications from basic education through higher education and professional practice, and what learners should know, be able to do, and value at each level. It aligns with the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework as part of ASEAN convergence, helping Filipino credentials be comparable and portable across member countries. In short, standards and outcomes are set through the PQF, guiding curriculum design, learning assessments, and credential recognition, rather than focusing on teacher-specific standards or generic curricula.