Alternative Learning System Accreditation and Equivalency Test (ALS A&E)

       Formerly known as the Nonformal Education A&E Test (NFE A&E), the Alternative Learning System Accreditation and Equivalency Test (ALS A&E) offers examiners certification of learning achievements  equivalent to the elementary or secondary level of the formal school.

         It is a free paper and pencil test which is designed to measure the competencies of those who have not finished either the formal elementary or secondary education. 

          Qualified registrants must present any of the following documents on the day of the registration:

•  original and xerox copies of the following government-issued identification with photo (valid driver's license, valid passport, voter's ID, SSS/GSIS ID, postal ID, NBI clearance); 
• authenticated birth certificate for school-drop-outs who are not employed and not old enough to acquire the above documents. 
• 2 pcs latest passport size picture with name tag

          The test is free, thus no fees are collected during the registration, administration, processing and certification.

Parts of the Test 

Part I  (Objective Type) Multiple Choice Test

Bahagi I (Kasanayang Pangkomunikasyon Filipino)

Part I (English Communication Skills) 

Bahagi II (Matematika at Agham)

Bahagi III (Kabuhayan at Likas na Yaman)

Bahagi IV (Pagpapalawak ng Pananaw)

 Part II Essay Writing