“All my achievements right now will not be complete without that diploma.” – Capt. Sahl Andrew Onglatco
April 11, 2025 – Capt. Sahl Andrew Onglatco, a dedicated professional, has successfully completed his degree through the Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP), a government-authorized program that allows working professionals to earn a bachelor’s degree by recognizing their prior learning and professional experience.
In a video feature released by the Commission on Higher Education as part of the ETEEAP: Kuwento ng Tagumpay Series, Capt. Onglatco shared his remarkable journey of perseverance, balancing a demanding career with the rigors of completing his academic requirements. He emphasized that “all my achievements right now will not be complete without that diploma,” highlighting the personal and professional significance of earning his degree.
Working while pursuing a degree is a significant and widely recognized barrier to timely completion and student success. Capt. Onglatco’s story demonstrates how dedication, effective time management, and access to flexible programs like ETEEAP can help professionals overcome these challenges. The ETEEAP is indeed breaking barriers to ensure that ALL individuals are given the chance to earn a degree, regardless of their work commitments or life circumstances.
His achievement reflects resilience, determination, and the power of lifelong learning, serving as an inspiration for other professionals aiming to advance their education without pausing their careers.
Capt. Onglatco’s accomplishment is closely aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities). By pursuing higher education despite career and life challenges, he exemplifies inclusive and equitable access to education and lifelong learning opportunities, inspiring others to break barriers and reach their full potential.
This feature not only celebrates Capt. Onglatco’s milestone but also highlights Benilde ETEEAP’s mission to provide flexible, high-quality degree for working professionals, regardless of their career demands or life circumstances, cultivating an inclusive, skilled workforce ready to make a meaningful impact on society.
