Alternative Learning System (Philippines)

The ALS program follows a uniform lesson modules for all academic subjects covering the sciences, mathematics, English, Filipino, social studies, current events among others.

Private non-government organization may deliver the program but still under the supervision of the Philippine education agency.

Learning modules will be suggested for them to focus on relative to the result of their FLT and interest.

When the learners passed their final exams, the passers may enroll the college, prior to 2013, however from 2014 onwards, the A&E test passers may require to enroll to senior high school in year 2019 The program covers mostly dropouts in elementary and secondary schools, out-of-school youths, non-readers, working people and even senior citizens wanting to read and write.

Previously, non-formal education was mostly concentrated in instructions in livelihood skills training with basic reading and writing incorporated in the module.

ALS non-formal education takes place outside of the classroom, is community-based, and is typically delivered at community learning centers, barangay multi-purpose halls, libraries, or students' homes under the supervision of ALS learning facilitators like mobile teachers, district ALS Coordinators, and instructional managers according to a schedule and location that both the students and facilitators have agreed upon.