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When was the PRC created by the National Government, and under which Presidential Decree?
was created on June 22, 1973, under Presidential Decree No. 223 signed by President Ferdinand E. Marcos.
What law previously governed the Board of Examiners before the creation of the PRC?
Republic Act No. 546, established on June 17, 1950, under the aegis of the Civil Service Commission.
What is the vision of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)?
The PRC aims to provide the country with reliable, trustworthy, and progressive systems for determining professional competence through valid licensure exams and standards recognized globally.
What are the core values of the PRC?
P: Professionalism and Integrity
R: Responsibility, Unity, and Accountability
C: Competence and Excellence
Describe the quasi-judicial function of the PRC.
The PRC investigates unlawful, inappropriate, or destructive behavior by examinees and professionals, with decisions equivalent to those of a Regional Trial Court.
What happened on January 4, 1974
PRC became operational with the assumption of the first Commissioner, Architect Eric C. Nubla
DECEMBER 9, 1974
The Implementing Rules and Regulations of P.D No. 223 were promulgated(standardizing the professional regulation in 33 professions under the Civil Service Commission)
December 5, 2000
Pres. Joseph E. Estrada signed R.A. 8981(PRC Modernization Act of 2000) implementing rules and regulation were adopted on February 15, 2001, through PRC Resolution No. 1 Series of 2001
What is the Mission of PRC?
To deliberately, scientifically and consistently determine the competence of professionals through the provision of professional standards and judicious issuance of professional license.
What is quasi-legislative functions?
Formulation of rules and policies for PRC is done.
What are the main responsibilities of the Executive Functions of the PRC?
Implementation, administration, and enforcement of national regulatory policies, maintaining professional standards and ethics, and enforcing rules and regulations.
What are the key priorities of the PRC?
- Customer-focused service
- Modernization via computerization
- Integrity of licensure exams
- Good governance
- Protection of Filipino professionals
Who makes up the MT Board of Examiners according to RA 5527?
The board consists of 1 Chairperson (a pathologist) and 2 members (registered medical technologists), all appointed by the President of the Philippines.
What are the qualifications required for the MT Board of Examiners under RA 5527?
- Must be a Filipino citizen
- Good moral character
- A qualified pathologist or registered medical technologist
- 10 years of professional practice
- Not a member of the faculty of any medical technology school
What penalties exist for board members who neglect their duties?
Board members may be removed by the President for neglect of duty, incompetency, malpractice, or unethical conduct.
What is the compensation for each member of the MT Board?
Each member receives 10 pesos per applicant examined and 5 pesos per applicant granted a certificate without examination.
When was the PRC Modernization Act (RA 8981) signed, and by whom?
signed on December 5, 2000, by President Joseph Estrada.
What are the functions of the Professional Regulation Commission under RA 8981?
- Administer and enforce regulatory policies
- Conduct licensure exams
- Maintain professional standards
- Appoint examiners and supervisors
- Issue certificates of registration and licenses
What penalty does RA 8981 provide for tampering with licensure examination results?
Manipulation or tampering with licensure exam results is punishable by 6 to 12 years of imprisonment or a fine between ₱50,000 to ₱100,000.
What system was institutionalized by Executive Order No. 200?
The partial computerization of licensure examinations.
What does Executive Order No. 266 mandate?
It institutionalized Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs, making them a mandatory requirement for the renewal of professional licenses.
What are the conditions under which foreign professionals may practice in the Philippines?
Foreign professionals may practice if their country's laws reciprocally allow Filipino professionals to practice there, or if the foreigner is an outstanding expert or specialist in their field.
What are the powers of the PRC in regards to school and licensure examinations?
The PRC monitors the performance of schools in licensure exams and can impose penalties on examinees who violate exam conduct rules.
Composition of a 3-Man Commission
Full-Time Commissioner
2-Full Time Associate Commissioners
What are the powers of the PRC in regards to school and licensure examinations?
The PRC monitors the performance of schools in licensure exams and can impose penalties on examinees who violate exam conduct rules.
What actions can the PRC take against professionals for malpractice?
The PRC can revoke or suspend the certificates of registration for professionals found guilty of unprofessional conduct, malpractice, or gross negligence.
What are the qualifications for foreign professionals seeking registration in the Philippines under RA 8981?
- Their country has similar licensure requirements to the Philippines
- Their country's laws allow Filipino professionals to practice there
- They provide valid documentary evidence from their country's government, confirmed by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).
What are the provisions of RA 8981 on the reissue of certificates after suspension?
The suspension will be lifted upon its expiration, and the certificate can be reissued upon request without prejudice to the medical technologist.
What are the prohibited acts according to RA 8981 in connection with licensure exams?
- Manipulating or rigging exam results
- Secretly informing candidates of exam questions before the test
- Tampering with grades
What are the penalties for those involved in manipulating licensure exams?
- Main offenders: 6 to 12 years of imprisonment and fines of ₱50,000 to ₱100,000
- Accomplices: 4 to 6 years of imprisonment and fines of ₱20,000 to ₱49,000
- Accessories: 2 to 4 years of imprisonment and fines of ₱5,000 to ₱19,000
What is required under Executive Order No. 266 for renewing a professional license?
Mandatory participation in Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs, which enhance technical, professional, and ethical standards.
Who are exempted from registering as medical technologists under RA 5527 Section 14?
1. Duly registered physicians
2. Foreign medical technologists called in for consultation or visiting professors
3. U.S. Armed Forces medical technologists stationed in the Philippines
What year did the PRC first implement full computerized licensure exams in 15 professions?
In 1993, full computerization was implemented using the Test Question Data Bank and Optical Mark Reader.
What is the term limit for members of the PRC Board of Examiners?
They serve a 3-year term with a limit of one reappointment.
What does the PRC issue after passing the licensure exams?
The PRC issues a Certificate of Registration and a Professional Identification Card.
What is the PRC's process for administering licensure exams?
1. Determine and fix the dates and places of the exam
2. Use government or private school buildings
3. Appoint supervisors and room watchers
4. Publish exam results
5. Ensure the integrity of licensure exams
Who has the authority to remove a PRC Board member, and for what reasons?
The President of the Philippines can remove a Board member for neglect of duty, incompetence, malpractice, or unethical conduct.
How does RA 8981 define Continuing Professional Education (CPE)?
An ongoing training that professionals must complete to remain certified, aimed at improving skills and maintaining professional standards.
What are the transitory provisions of RA 8981?
Incumbent PRC Commissioners and Executive Director continue serving without new appointments during the transition.
What powers does the PRC have regarding the investigation of professionals?
- Investigate violations of professional laws
- Issue subpoenas
- Conduct administrative hearings
- Recommend penalties, including license revocation or suspension
What is the PRC's role in handling foreign professionals seeking temporary practice in the Philippines?
The PRC grants temporary special permits to foreign professionals for specific tasks, such as consulting in joint ventures or humanitarian missions.
What does RA 8981 Section 18 (Transitory Provisions) state regarding PRC leadership during the transition?
The incumbent Commissioner and Associate Commissioners will continue their duties under their current terms without new appointments.
What is the penalty for heads of government agencies violating the PRC's Section 7, Subparagraph (1)?
Imprisonment of 6 months to 6 years and fines between ₱50,000 to ₱500,000.
What is required under RA 8981 for the full computerization of licensure exams?
The PRC must fully computerize licensure exams by 2003 and update its registration system for professionals.
What authority does the PRC have over school licensure examination performance?
The PRC monitors and publishes school performance and can rate schools based on their licensure exam results.
What does Section 17 of RA 8981 state about implementing rules and regulations?
The PRC, along with relevant stakeholders, must prepare and implement the necessary rules and regulations within 90 days after the approval of RA 8981.
What was the significance of PRC Resolution No. 11, s. 2011?
It provided guidelines for the registration of Medical Laboratory Technicians under Section 21 of the Medical Technology Act of 1969.
How does the PRC Modernization Act streamline the licensure process?
By publishing licensure exam results within three days and making statistical reports of school performance available for public viewing.
What is the role of the Commission in regulating the practice of professions under RA 8981?
The Commission enforces professional and occupational standards, investigates violations, and implements rules for professional practice.
How does the PRC ensure the competence of professionals through licensure examinations?
By developing a comprehensive rating system, publishing test results, and ensuring the exams maintain a high standard of integrity.
What is the effectivity clause of RA 8981?
RA 8981 shall take effect 15 days after its publication in the Official Gazette or in two newspapers of general circulation, whichever is earlier.
EO NO. 2000 (1992)
Term of Atty. Hermogenes P. Pobre as Commissioner Institutionalized the partial computerization of the licensure examinations
EO NO. 2000 (1993)
Full implementation of computerized exams in 15 professions was made possible through the use of Test Question Data Bank and the Optical Mark Reader for checking of papers. This innovation not only made the load of providing results to examiners easier but also provided a faster and more accurate delivery results another law that governs RA 8981
