QuestionsQuestions (PRC Resolution NO. 2003-159A, SERIES 2003)
It amends Item II(b) of PRC Resolution No. 2002-76 (Revised Guidelines and Procedures in Filing of Applications for Licensure Examinations) specifically on what birth certificate documents applicants must submit to establish authenticity.
Item II(b) of PRC Resolution No. 2002-76, series of 2002.
Applicants had to submit the original Certificate of Live Birth issued by the Local Civil Registrar (LCR) with the registration number indicated, or a copy of an authenticated Birth Certificate by the National Statistics Office (NSO).
The PRC entered into a Memorandum of Agreement with the National Statistics Office (NSO) to assist PRC clients applying for licensure examinations.
Original and photocopy of the Certificates of Live Birth printed on NSO security paper and signed by Ms. Carmelita N. Ericta, with attached original receipt.
Original and photocopy of the computer-generated NSO Certificates of Live Birth with, at the dorsal portion, the phrase "A Certified True Copy: Office of the Civil Registrar General," duly signed by an authorized NSO statistician in security paper, with attached original receipt.
It indicates that the birth certificate must be printed on NSO security paper as an anti-fraud/authenticity measure consistent with NSO procedures.
For b.1: Ms. Carmelita N. Ericta. For b.2: an authorized NSO statistician.
To allow verification of the original document while keeping a copy for processing and record purposes, further ensuring authenticity.
It serves as proof that the applicant obtained the NSO-certified documents through the authorized channels, supporting authenticity and compliance.
The applicant’s submission may be rejected or deemed non-compliant with PRC requirements because the amendment was enacted to address fraudulent documents.
Upon its approval and completion of publication in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines, whichever is earlier.
It is a condition for its enforceability, ensuring public notice and compliance by applicants and schools.
All schools, colleges, or universities offering courses for licensure examinations, and accredited professional organizations.
By tightening documentation requirements and requiring NSO-issued/NSO-authenticated certificates on security paper with specified certifications and receipts.