AMYA Polytechnic College is the educational subsidiary of the AMYA Foundation,Inc., founded in 1987 by the late educator, philanthropist Dr. Aurea Mercado Y Adrias, PhD (AMYA). It focuses its benevolence on the marginalized and the unempowered, purposely to improve the quality of life of the targeted beneficiaries. It is run by a Board of trustees representing several Davao City - based institutions personally chosen by Dra. AMYA to serve on the Board. With its motto "Empowering the Unskilled", several projects and initiatives have been established to carry on its purpose in the fields of agriculture, education, and culture.
AMYA Polytechnic College opens this year as the academic service arm of the AMYA Foundation. It offers a senior high school (SHS) program focusing on Academic, TVL Tracks and college programs namely; Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science, Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology, and Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management.
From its modest beginning 32 years ago, AMYA Foundation looks to grow and continue the vision and mission of Dr. Mercado y Adrias. Amya Polytechnic College plays an important and integral part in the Foundation’s mission as it endeavors to provide quality education for its community.
AMYA POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE is committed to producing highly competent and globally competitive graduates imbued with the core values of:
A catholic school that transforms Lifelong Learners through Quality education.
To achieve its Mission the AMYA Polytechnic College promulgates its Goals:
1. Provide Academic Excellence and Equity for a diverse student population.