Ms Maricel D. Bitas

About Ms Maricel D. Bitas

Ms. Bitas is a highly experienced and certified professional in caregiving, boasting over 16 years of hands-on experience, coupled with 9+ years as a distinguished Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Trainer and Assessor for TESDA in Region IV-A (Cavite). Her expertise lies in training and assessing the competency of aspiring caregivers and housekeeping professionals for national certification. Ms. Bitas's commitment to service extends to her role as a Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG) Officer in the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary, where she actively contributes to humanitarian efforts.

Expertise as a Vocational Instructor and Assessor
Since November 2014, Maricel has served as a Vocational Instructor, Caregiver, at Sister of Mary Banneux, Arkanghel Advanced School of Caregiving and Safety, Inc., and at Beatitudes Technological and Theological College. Her extensive instructional career also includes significant tenures at Cavite School of Saint Mark and Nightingale Caregiving and Advanced Technology School.

In addition to caregiving, Ms. Bitas has served as a Vocational Instructor, Housekeeping, at institutions like the Center for Community Transformation Group of Ministries, Pag-asa Social Center Foundation, Inc., and Christ Life Training School in 2015, showcasing her versatility in TVET.

Ms. Bitas is a highly qualified TESDA TVET Accredited Assessor – Caregiving NC II in the Philippines since July 2015, and holds National Technical-Vocational Education and Training Level 1 Trainer certifications in Caregiving, Health Care Services, and Housekeeping. Her credentials also include multiple Certifications on Calibration of Competency Assessors and Assessment Moderation, alongside a Trainer’s Methodology Certificate 1 (TMC 1).

Comprehensive Caregiving and Healthcare Experience
Ms. Bitas' practical experience in caregiving is robust and varied:
• Aide, Special Care-Nursing at Saint Paul Hospital Cavite. This role involved direct patient care, including assisting with personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, vital sign monitoring, administering first aid, collecting specimens, and transporting patients. She was also responsible for maintaining patient rooms and managing supplies.

• Caregiver - Seniors/Elderly at Tahanan ni Maria: Provided companionship, personal care (ambulation, bathing, dressing), meal planning (including special diets), and light housekeeping duties.

• Caregiver - Child Care at Little Angel Homes Orphanage: Supervised and cared for children, including infants, performing duties such as bathing, dressing, feeding, preparing formulas, maintaining a safe environment, instructing on personal hygiene, supporting emotional and social development, and providing age-appropriate educational activities. She also managed records for each child.

Her practical skills encompass First Aid, Basic Life Support, and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), along with specialized care and support for infants, toddlers, children, the elderly, and people with special needs, in addition to housekeeping and meal preparation. She is proficient in MS Office applications and virtual meeting platforms like Zoom and Google Meet. Education, Training, and Community Service Ms. Bitas's educational background includes a Diploma in Caregiving (2008) and a Diploma in Housekeeping (2014). She also holds a Diploma in Dental Technology from Centro Escolar University (1992), where she was recognized as a College Scholar, and has undertaken undergraduate studies in BS Computer Science at AMA Computer University and BS Commerce at the University of Sto. Tomas. She is a certified National Certificate Level 2 (NC2) holder in Caregiving (2018-2023), Health Care Services (2016-2021), and Housekeeping (2015-2020) by TESDA. She has continuously enhanced her skills through various trainings and seminars, including:

• Facilitating eLearning Sessions and Practicing COVID-19 Preventive Measures (TESDA Online, 2021).
• Basic Life Support and CPR (Philippine Heart Association, 2018; Philippine National Red Cross, 2008).
• 5S of Good Housekeeping (Philippine Trade Training Center, 2014).
• Comprehensive Trainer's Methodology 1 modules (TESDA PTC, 2013).
• Standard First Aid Training (Philippine National Red Cross, 2008).

As a Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG) in the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary since February 2020, Ms. Bitas provides vital support for maritime safety, marine environmental protection, search and rescue, and humanitarian activities. She actively participates as a Medical Staff in coastal clean-ups, vaccination drives, and medical and dental missions. Her profound commitment to community service has been recognized through significant awards: Solar Homes Community Service Award/Recognition (2013) for providing over three years of free caregiving and health services to 8 elderly individuals and 1 child with disabilities. Volunteer Service Award - Community Health Services (2011) for invaluable service to distressed people. Volunteer Service Award - Medical Mission (2012) for outstanding contribution to the success of medical missions. Ms. Bitas is a multifaceted professional whose expertise in caregiving, vocational training, and community service makes her a valuable asset, dedicated to nurturing well-being and empowering others through education.