Home⇛Journal of Interdisciplinary Perspectives⇛vol. 3 no. 3 (2025)

The Philippine Coast Guards’ Training Program: The Prospect for an Institutionalized Human Resource Development Agenda

Abdurasa T. Tomi

Discipline: human resource management

 

Abstract:

This study evaluates the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) training program in 2024: Strengthening Institutional Human Resource Development (HRD) Agenda. Guided by the New Public Management (NPM) theory, the study assesses the effectiveness of training initiatives in enhancing the PCG’s capacity for maritime safety and security. Using a mixed-method approach, the research aimed to assess the Training Program of the Philippine Coast Guard in the prospect of an institutionalized human resource development agenda in terms of Communication Skills, Emergency Response Protocol, Maritime Law Enforcement Awareness, Crisis Management Adaptability, and Marine Environmental Protection Awareness. It sought to identify the Philippine Coast Guard's performance regarding Training Facilities, Training Course Expertise, Training Funds/Budget allocation, Training Period, and Training Policies. To meet the research's goals, three hundred one (301) out of one thousand two hundred twenty-three (1,223) members of the Coast Guard Non-officers who had recently completed training or schooling were selected as respondents for an evaluation of the Philippine Coast Guard training program that was in place and applicable to the program. The findings reveal significant challenges, such as limited funding, inadequate facilities, and insufficient training duration, hindering the program's effectiveness. The study highlights the critical role of experiential learning and tailored training programs to address operational needs and adapt to evolving maritime security threats. Recommendations emphasize enhancing training facilities, increasing budget allocation, and implementing standardized policies to institutionalize HRD effectively. These efforts strengthen PCG personnel's competencies, ensuring their readiness to address maritime safety, law enforcement, and environmental protection. This research contributes to public administration and maritime security discourse, offering valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders committed to advancing human resource development in the Philippine Coast Guard.



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