Choice of Career.
Article 56
ART. 56. Choice of Career. — The child shall have the right to choose his own career. Parents may advise him on this matter but should not impose on him their own choice.
PD 603 Article 56
PD 603 Article 56
Other provisions in CHAPTER 3. — Duties of Parents
- Article 47: Family Affair.
- Article 48: Winning Child's Confidence.
- Article 49: Child Living Away from Home.
- Article 50: Special Talents.
- Article 51: Reading Habit.
- Article 52: Association with Other Children.
- Article 53: Community Activities.
- Article 54: Social Gatherings.
- Article 55: Vices.
- Article 57: Marriage.
CitationPD 603 Article 56 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)
Source: Supreme Court E-Library, Republic of the Philippines. Philippine laws are public documents (works of the government).
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