Qualification Standards Set for School Mental Health Positions (Philippines, July 2026)
Department of Education Order 019, series of 2026, set qualification standards for positions created under the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act.
Department of Education Order 019, series of 2026, set qualification standards for positions created under the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act.
What Changed?
The order defines the education, training, experience and eligibility requirements used to recruit or appoint staff to newly created mental health and wellbeing positions.
Old System vs New System
The new statutory positions did not yet have the department-level qualification standards needed for consistent staffing action.
Appointments to covered positions use the standards stated in Department Order 019, series of 2026.
Who Is Affected?
Student Impact
Schools can move toward staffing the roles created to support learner mental health and wellbeing.
Parent / Family Impact
Families may gain clearer access to designated school personnel as the new posts are filled.
School / Institution Impact
Schools and human resources units must use the prescribed standards when advertising, screening and appointing candidates.
Teacher / Staff Impact
Teachers may work with newly appointed specialist or support staff, while eligible staff may apply if they meet the standards.
Key Dates
- 2026-07-22: Department Order 019
- series of 2026
- issued.
What To Do
- Applicants and hiring offices should verify the exact qualification table and documentary requirements in the order.
What To Watch Next
Watch for staffing allocations, vacancy notices, appointment schedules and implementation funding.
Global Context
The order is relevant to comparison of workforce standards used to implement school mental health legislation.
Source Record
Source type: Circular
Source name: Philippine Department of Education