In line with the goal of TESDA to pursue the assessment and certification of the competencies of the middle-level skilled workers through Philippine TVET Qualification and Certification System (PTQCS), COBSAT is considered as one of the accredited assessment centers here in Northern Mindanao. The institution has competency assessors who will conduct competency assessment process for persons applying for certification. The assessment process seeks to determine whether the graduate or worker can perform to the standards expected in the workplace based on the defined competency standards. Certification is provided to those who meets the competency standards. This ensures the productivity, quality and global competitiveness of the middle-level workers.
COBSAT is an Accredited Assessment center in the following courses:

VISION
To achieve the Seal of Integrity accreditation
MISSION
Cagayan de Oro (Bugo) School of Arts & Trades is committed to provide excellent competency assessment services to TVET clients with integrity, transparency and confidentially and maintaining quality system equipped with facilities that adhere to the TESDA standards.
GOALS
- Provide a pool of certified workers
- Provide quality competency assessment anchored on the TESDA standards
OBJECTIVES
- Certify skilled workers according to competency assessment standards
- Enhance the employability of graduates
- Provide gainful economic opportunities to TVET clients