Competencies and Work Performance of Guidance Designates in Public Secondary Schools in Division of Rizal

The results indicate that while guidance designates exhibit strong personal attributes, their technical skills require further enhancement. The low rating in pedagogical competence highlights the need for targeted training in instructional support and student learning processes. Additionally, the findings suggest that improving performance should prioritize the development of pedagogical, professional, and career guidance competencies, as these have the most significant impact on work outcomes. The study concludes that despite demonstrating commendable personal qualities, guidance designates still need to strengthen their technical expertise, particularly in pedagogy. The limited level of pedagogical competence underscores the importance of focused capacity-building in instructional practices and learning facilitation. Furthermore, pedagogical, professional, and career guidance competencies emerged as key factors influencing work performance. Hence, initiatives aimed at enhancing effectiveness should concentrate on these critical areas. It is recommended that training and development coordinators design and implement relevant programs, especially for non-licensed personnel, to address competency gaps and support continuous professional growth.