Department of Education · Alternative Learning System

ODIMS — Online Data & Information Management System

One place to map out-of-school youth and adults, record enrollments at Community Learning Centers (CLCs), and monitor ALS indicators—aligned with DepEd priorities on access, equity, quality, and governance for Region X and beyond.

System snapshot

Mapped

5,568

Enrolled

4,057

CLCs

515

Cumulative totals in ODIMS.

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Inside the platform

Why ODIMS exists

Structured data for ALS implementation—from community mapping to reports leadership can stand behind.

What this system is

ODIMS centralizes ALS operations data: learner profiles, mapping and enrollment, learning center records, and indicators used for DepEd reporting—so teams work from one trusted source instead of scattered spreadsheets.

Who uses it

Regional and division supervisors, learning center specialists, teachers, and administrators—each with permissions aligned to their scope (region, division, or CLC)—so data stays accurate and appropriately visible.

How it contributes

By linking learners to programs and centers over time, ODIMS supports evidence-based decisions: reaching out-of-school youth, monitoring equity for vulnerable groups, and tracking completion and assessment outcomes for governance and quality reporting.

Context

About ALS

The Alternative Learning System (ALS) is a parallel learning system in the Philippines that offers a flexible path for out-of-school youth and adults who cannot access or complete formal basic education on a regular schedule.

ALS pairs the K to 12 ALS curriculum with Community Learning Centers, mobile teachers, and community partners so learning can happen where learners live and work—supporting literacy, equivalency, and pathways into formal school, skills training, or livelihoods.

ALS community learning

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about ALS and how ODIMS supports implementation in DepEd Region X.

What is ALS?

The Alternative Learning System (ALS) is a parallel learning system under Republic Act No. 11510. It offers a practical, flexible alternative to formal basic education for Filipinos who cannot access or complete regular schooling. ALS combines nonformal and informal approaches, uses the ALS K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum aligned with formal K to 12, and aims to equip learners with knowledge, values, and twenty-first century skills so they can continue studying, find work, or build a livelihood.

Who can enroll in ALS?

ALS is open to out-of-school children in special cases and to adults who have not finished basic education—including learners affected by poverty, disability, displacement, or distance from schools. Indigenous learners, persons deprived of liberty, and other marginalized groups are part of the intended reach. The system is designed to be inclusive so more Filipinos can keep learning regardless of circumstance.

Where can I join ALS?

Programs are delivered through Community Learning Centers (CLCs), which cities and municipalities are expected to sustain under RA 11510. Schools may also host ALS sessions outside regular class hours. In remote areas, mobile teachers, learning facilitators, and community partners bring instruction closer to learners. Use the map on this page to see CLCs recorded in ODIMS for Region X.

Is there a certificate after completing ALS?

Yes. Learners may take Accreditation and Equivalency (A&E) assessments to certify achievement at elementary, junior high, or senior high levels. Passers can move to the next level of formal education or to technical-vocational programs. RA 11510 also supports micro-certification for specific competencies. These credentials are recognized by DepEd and support return to formal education or the workforce.

What is ODIMS?

ODIMS (Online Data and Information Management System) is DepEd Region X’s web application for ALS operations data: mapping potential learners, managing enrollments at CLCs, and supporting role-based reporting. Signed-in users see only the data their role and geographic assignment allow—supporting accountability and better decisions on access, equity, quality, and governance.

Locations

Community Learning Centers

DepEd Region X CLCs with coordinates inside Northern Mindanao. Out-of-range or invalid latitude/longitude values are omitted from this preview. Each division has its own pin color—filter the list or tap a pin for details.

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515 centers visible

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