How do I go abroad to work the proper way from the Philippines?

Use only recruitment agencies licensed by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and check them on dmw.gov.ph, never work on a tourist visa, get official receipts, complete your medical, PDOS and OEC, and register with OWWA.

Is the FI roadmap only for Filipinos?

No. Filipino Institute is built for Filipinos everywhere and open to learners of every nationality. All courses are online and taught in English.

Does FI charge to apply for jobs?

No. Applying to jobs on the FI Job Board is always free. FI does not refer or place applicants; you apply directly to employers or DMW-licensed agencies.

Where can I register a business?

In the Philippines you register with DTI or SEC, get barangay and mayor's permits and register with BIR. Abroad, rules differ by country; FI can refer you to a business-setup partner.

My Career Roadmap: Courses, Working Abroad & Business

MY ROADMAP

Answer five quick questions and get your personal roadmap: the FI courses to take, the outside steps (college, TESDA, PRC), how to work abroad the proper way or come home, how to register a business, and FI partners who can help.

1. Where are you now?Your nationality2. Where do you want to work?If abroad, which country?3. Which industry?Are you changing industry?4. Your level now5. Your main goal

Your roadmap: Starting out in Retail & Customer Service · now in the Philippines · goal: get a job in the Philippines.

Track this roadmap in My FI. Save it to My Path to tick off each step. FI courses you finish are verified automatically and appear on your CV.Sign in to save to My Path

Step 1 · Your learning path

Starting out

No work experienceStarting pay, usually at the lower end of entry level

Jobs: Sales Associate · Cashier · CSR Trainee

1
FI · Short courseCustomer Service Excellence24 learning hours · ₱4,000
2
FI · Short courseCashiering & POS Basics24 learning hours · ₱4,000
3
FI · Short courseEnglish for Customer Service24 learning hours · ₱4,000

Entry level

0–2 years₱15,000–₱30,000 a month

Jobs: Customer Service Representative · Call Center Agent · Store Staff

1
FI · CertificationCertification: Customer Service8 modules + exam · ₱8,500
2
FI · Professional DiplomaContact Center Operations720 learning hours · from ₱8,500
3
FI · Professional DiplomaCustomer Service Management720 learning hours · from ₱8,500

See every level in Retail & Customer Service →

Step 2 · Where you will work

Growing your career in the Philippines

Upskill for promotion: a diploma or certification in your field shows your employer you are ready for the next level.
Get your FI certificates attested so they are accepted in the Philippines. Ask us about our attestation partners.
Keep your CV in My FI up to date. Your FI credentials show as verified.
See jobs in the Philippines on the FI Job Board and apply directly.
Plan ahead for your return home: savings, a business idea, or a job in the Philippines.

Full-timeMalls, stores and BPOs.

Part-timePart-time store and weekend work is common.

RemoteMany customer support roles are work-from-home.

Step 3 · FI partners who can help

Certificate attestationWisdom Success Academy W.L.L.Bahrain

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Looking for a job?

Browse jobs from FI partners on the FI Job Board and apply directly to the employer or licensed agency. Applying is free. For jobs abroad, apply only through agencies licensed by the DMW.

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