PRC Law

Presidential Decree 223

under what law was the PRC created?

Professional Regulation Commission

Meaning of PRC

Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

was the first created as national government agency which mandated to enforce the laws regulating the various professions

June 22, 1973

When did the PD 223 took effect?

Ferdinand E. Marcos, Sr.

Who signed the PD 223?

1008 P. Paredes Street, Sampaloc, Manila

Location of the PRC office

Republic Act 8981

An act modernizing the PRC

PRC Modernization Act of 2000

Also known as Republic Act 8981

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How many regulatory boards are there?

PAMET - Philippine Association of Medical Technologists

the only bonafide organization of Professional Medical Technologists in PH accredited by the PRC

(1) Chairperson of the Board

* Hon. Teofilo S. Pilando, Jr.

(2) Commissioners

* Hon. Jose Y. Cueto Jr.
* Hon. Yolanda D. Reyes

Who are the members of PRC?

7 years

How long is the term of a PRC Chairperson?

7 years

How long is the term of a PRC Commissioner?

No

Can the members of the PRC board be reappointed?

at least 40 years of age

How old should a PRC board member be at least?

at least 5 years of executive or management experience

How many years of experience should a PRC board member have?

past Chairperson/ member of a Professional Regulatory Board

What previous position must one of the PRC Commissioners have held?

* Administrative
* Executive
* Policy Making

the Chairperson and the Commissioners shall sit and act as a body to exercise what?

Chairperson/ Teofilo S. Pilando, Jr.

He/she will act as the chief executive director (CEO) of the Commission

Department Secretary

the Chairperson of PRC will be assigned as ______________ in government offices?

Undersecretaries

the Commissioners of PRC will be assigned as ______________ in government offices?

2 licensure exams per year - 1 exam (weekdays)

How many examinations should each course for a professional license have?

1. Marine Deck
2. Engine Officers

What are the professions exempted in the suspension and revocation of COR and PRC ID?

foreign reciprocity

This special permit allows foreign professionals to practice/ work here in the PH

1. PRC Permit
2. DOLE Permit

What permits should a foreigner secure in order to legally practice here as a professional?