Feasibility Study on the Offering of Expanded Tertiary Education, Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP) as a NonTraditional Education in Higher Education in the Philippines

Abstract

This study assessed the feasibility of implementing the Expanded Tertiary Education, Equivalency, and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP) as a non-traditional education at Kalinga State University. The research utilized a questionnaire checklist to gather data from prospective enrollees, and the results indicated that the program's market viability, technical viability, financial viability, and management viability were favorable. Moreover, participants positively perceived the program, aligning their expectations with its offerings. In conclusion, the study suggests that ETEEAP is feasible as a non-traditional educational approach and holds the potential for success in Kalinga province. Therefore, the university is recommended to offer BA degrees in Political Science and History under the ETEEAP program.