BSP offers free online training for cash handlers

THE BANGKO Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) has launched a free online training program for Filipino cash handlers from financial institutions and retail establishments to improve currency authentication and handling practices.

In a statement on Tuesday, the central bank said the course aims to “strengthen the capability of Filipino cash handlers in identifying genuine banknotes and coins and preserving currency integrity.”

The training program, offered through the BSP’s E-Learning Academy, seeks to help workers such as cashiers and frontline personnel detect counterfeit peso bills and coins.

Participants may take the self-paced interactive course online, which covers currency authentication features and proper handling of banknotes and coins.

The course also discusses Philippine laws and regulations on currency, as well as BSP policies and programs related to maintaining currency integrity.

“The program expands nationwide access to updated and authoritative training on currency integrity,” the BSP said.

The online course has been open to the public since May 5.

The training is expected to attract cash handlers from banks, nonbank financial institutions and retail businesses nationwide, the BSP said.

Participants who complete the course will get a certificate from the BSP, which the central bank said would help “strengthen professionalism in cash handling.” — Katherine K. Chan