Question & AnswerQ&A (DOH ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 2010-0022)
The main objective is to standardize and update the conduct of psychological examinations for overseas work applicants.
Applicants for overseas work are required to undergo PEME including psychological screening.
DOH accredited medical clinics are authorized to perform psychological examinations for overseas work applicants and must follow prescribed standards and requirements.
A full-time psychologist registered with the Bureau of Health Facilities and Services (BHFS) must take full responsibility.
The minimum tests are the 16 Personality Factors Test (16 PF Test), Raven's Progressive Matrices or Purdue Non-Language Test, an autobiography, and a comprehensive interview.
A psychologist is an individual duly licensed as a professional psychologist in accordance with Republic Act No. 10029 (Philippine Psychology Act of 2009) who supervises psychometricians and their work in accredited clinics.
Violations shall be penalized under Section IX Paragraph 2 of Administrative Order No. 181, s. 2004 which may include revocation, suspension, or modification of accreditation.
Accreditation is the formal authorization issued by the DOH to operate a medical facility for overseas workers and seafarers.
They must notify BHFS in writing within 15 days of any changes in personnel, physical facilities, or additional psychological tests and ensure personnel administering additional tests are qualified and trained.
The results are generally valid for 12-18 months upon completion, or less if the individual undergoes major changes in work or life circumstances.
All accredited clinics must submit consolidated monthly electronic and hard copy reports to BHFS, maintain an IT system to ensure accurate and reliable results transmission at no added cost to applicants.
It applies to all DOH accredited medical clinics providing psychological services for overseas work applicants.
Any enhanced psychological test shall be conducted at no added cost to the applicant.
The invalid provision is severed but the rest of the Order remains valid and effective as per the separability clause.