Educational Attainment, Skills Acquired, and Skills Needed by Selected Out-of-School Youth from Quezon City, Philippines

The purpose of this study is to provide a comprehensive profile of out-of-school youth (OSY) in Quezon City. This study employed a descriptive research design and was conducted in three selected barangays of District 5, Quezon City. A total of 194 respondents were purposively selected based on specific criteria related to their educational status and employment situation. Structured survey interviews were used to gather data from the respondents regarding their demographic profiles, socioeconomic situations, educational attainments, and skill gaps. The findings revealed that 49% of the OSYs want to return to school, 21% want to be employed, and another 12% aspire to become entrepreneurs. While the results provide valuable insights into the challenges and aspirations of OSYs in these communities, the study’s limitations include the non-generalizability of the findings due to the limited geographical scope and small sample size. Additionally, the reliance on purposive sampling may restrict the applicability of the results to broader populations. Despite these limitations, educational institutions in the city should consider revisiting and improving their extension plans and programs to ensure that projects involving OSYs as participants equip them with the necessary skills and competencies for their chosen pathways, such as education, entrepreneurship, and employment, particularly in areas like urban farming, food and beverages, and cooking.