Polytechnic College of Davao del Sur

The Polytechnic College of Davao del Sur (PCDS) is an educational institution offering various academic programs, primarily focused on healthcare and technical fields. It provides degree programs including Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Bachelor of Science in Hospital Management, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology, and Bachelor of Science in Criminology. The college also offers TESDA programs such as Housekeeping NC II, Bartending NC II, Food & Beverage Servicing NC II, and Front Office NC II, along with non-degree programs like 3 Years Hotel and Restaurant Technology and industrial arts courses including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC II and Automotive Servicing (AS) NC II. Recent activities include a Mock Board Examination for nursing students, a 3rd Recognition Day celebration, participation in CHED's 30th Founding Anniversary, and reflections on midterm examinations and the challenges faced by nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The institution emphasizes academic rigor, student camaraderie, and preparation for professional careers, particularly in nursing where it highlights the importance of critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and resilience.