English: The certification rate saw a sharp decline for SY 2020-2021 when there were 473,911 total TVL graduates, 32,965 took the national certification, and 31,993 or 97.1% passed the national certification. For this school year the certification rate was only 6.8%. According to the Department of Education (DepEd), the cost of certification which could amount up to P1,000 remains a hindrance to some learners.
Filipino: Bumagsak naman ang certification rate noong SY 2020-2021, kung saan may 473,911 TVL graduates ang naitala, 32,965 ang kumuha ng national certification, at 31,993 o 97.1% ang pumasa. Para sa school year na ito, umabot lamang sa 6.8% ang certification rate. Ayon sa Department of Education (DepEd), nagiging sagabal para sa ilang mag-aaral ang gastos para sa certification na umaabot sa P1,000.