Lesson 1: The National Service Training Program: An

LESSON 1: THE NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM: AN INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION Section 13; Article 2 of the 1987 Constitution, “The state recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and social well – being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs.”

What is NSTP? The National Service Training Program established by virtue of the republic act 9163, is a compulsory 1year course for all freshmen in the Universities and Colleges in the country.