Bartending NC II is the TESDA qualification for bartenders and bar keepers: setting up and running a bar, mixing cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, and providing basic wine service in hotels, restaurants, resorts and cruise ships.
- Level
- NC II
- Sector
- Tourism & Hospitality
- Training
- About 462 hours
- Assessment fee
- ₱1,399
- Free online course
- Not yet
What is Bartending NC II?
The course covers the work behind the bar: preparing and stocking the bar, knowing spirits, liqueurs and mixers, mixing classic cocktails and mocktails, serving guests responsibly and providing basic wine service. Specialty coffee is a separate qualification (Barista NC II).
Flair bartending — the juggling and tricks you see in shows — is a popular extra skill, but the NC focuses on solid, professional drink preparation and service.
What you will learn
The training covers the competencies to:
- Clean, set up and operate a bar
- Prepare and serve cocktails and other mixed drinks
- Prepare and serve non-alcoholic drinks
- Provide basic wine service
- Serve guests responsibly and handle bar stock
On top of these, every TESDA qualification includes basic competencies (workplace communication, teamwork, professionalism, occupational health and safety) and common competencies for the sector.
The TESDA Women’s Center runs Bartending NC II in about 462 nominal hours (58 days). Other providers may differ.
How to get your Bartending NC II certificate
- TrainEnroll at a TESDA-registered training center or school (ask about scholarships), and use the free online courses to study the theory.
- Prepare your requirementsApplication form, Self-Assessment Guide for Bartending NC II, and three colored passport-size photos.
- Book your competency assessmentChoose a TESDA-accredited assessment center that is accredited for Bartending NC II. Expect a fee of around ₱1,399 (sample from one center; confirm before paying).
- Pass and claim your NCIf you are found competent, apply for certification and claim your Bartending NC II National Certificate. It is valid for 5 years.
Full guide to TESDA assessment centers, requirements and fees →
Jobs you can apply for
- Bartender
- Bar keeper / bar back
- Hotel, resort or cruise-ship bar staff
- Events and mobile bar crew
Cruise lines and hotels abroad hire Filipino bartenders, usually asking for the NC II and solid bar experience.
Is Bartending NC II right for you?
- You enjoy people, music and a lively work environment
- You want a hospitality skill with good tips and travel options
- You are thinking of cruise-ship or resort work
- You want to run a mobile bar for events
Frequently asked questions
How long is TESDA Bartending NC II?
The TESDA Women’s Center program is about 462 nominal hours (58 days). Other providers set their own schedules.
How much is the Bartending NC II assessment fee?
One accredited center published ₱1,399. Fees vary by center, so confirm before paying.
Does Bartending NC II include flair bartending?
The qualification focuses on professional drink preparation and service. Flair is usually learned separately through practice or special workshops.
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Sources: TESDA Women’s Center — Bartending NC II · LPU Batangas — assessment fees. Disclaimer: Courses TESDA is an independent guide, not TESDA. Information may contain errors or change without notice — always verify with official sources before making decisions.