On-the-job Training Policy

On-the-job training is governed by different policies which the apprentice must be aware of. These policies were set and formulated for the purpose of controlling and managing apprentices when they are on duty. Usually whoever offers an on-the-job training is the one setting and implementing the policies.

There are certain policies which pertain to

1. Rules to observe while on training like

a. punctuality

b. dress code

c. how to deal with customers-ethics

2. Duties and responsibilities towards the

a. job

b. customers

c. co-workers

d. employer

3. Working conditions and working time such as

a. 8-5 working time

b. hospitalization benefit

c. vacation leave

d. absences

4. Salaries and other benefits like

a. 13 month pay

b. no work no pay

c. holiday pay

d. allowances, tips, and bonuses.

Towards Responsible Parenthood

Couple who had entered into the institution called marriage are aware that one of the primary reasons of getting into it is to beget children, as the Old Testament advises '' live and multiply''. But even the Old testament did not specify how many children should a couple raise. This is where knowledge of responsible parenthood becomes very essential.

Responsible parenthood is the ability o0f the married couple to raise a contented and happy family. Because the parents are able to provide satisfactorily for their own as well as their children's needs to promote their overall development and well-being, hence the children are well taken care of, loved and educated so they grow into responsible and upright citizens.

It is a known fact that when the size is not moderated or regulated in most families, parents are not able to satisfactorily cope with their physical, social, economic,physiological, spiritual and other needs. On the other hand, parents who are aware of this responsibilities to themselves, to their children and to the community where they belong becomes responsible parents.

Some couples who are contemplating to tie the knot sometimes become cautious because of the realization of the obligations and responsibilities of having a family, which sometimes cause the delay of their plan to marry.

Engagement-A Step Towards Marriage

A more lasting relationship constitute the last phase of mate selection which is called engagement. In the Philippine setting and in other countries of the world, engagement is the formal acceptance of the offer to marry. A ring which symbolizes the acceptance is presented to the girl and is worn on the third finger of the left hand. For those who can afford, a party is held solely for the purpose of announcing the engagement.

Engagement can be one of the happiest moment in one's life. In this stage, the couple undergoes final analysis of the relationship, feelings, and acceptance of each other which will lead to a lasting and permanent relationship called marriage.

To Filipinos engagement is a commitment to be honored. If something untoward happens, it's the entire family who is at stake.

The length of the engagement is determine by the following factor

1. Emotional and physical readiness

2. Maturity

3. Adaptability

4. Length of friendship

If there are problems and frustrations during the dating period, there are also problems during engagement and they are as follows

1. Jealousy

2. Disagreement over in-laws

3. Money matters

4. Values and philosophy in life

5. Methods of dealing of each family

The agreement to marry is not absolute and does not bring legal sanction to the one breaking the engagement.

River Cruise

A novel way to see Europe is sailing on its rivers. A cruise could take you right into the heart of Europe and beyond, from Provence to Arles in southern France or the Normandy area or you can do the eastern cities of Budapest, to Prague, Bratislavia and parts of central Europe such as Vienna or Berlin.

There is the river cruise from Moscow to St. Ptersburg, along which you could see the various facets of Russia.