Question & AnswerQ&A (PRC Resolution NO. 311)
PRC Resolution No. 311 mandates the wearing of respective college uniforms by examinees during their licensure examinations for certain professional courses.
The legal bases are Sections 5 (b), (d), (n), and (o) of Presidential Decree No. 223, as amended.
The PRC requires it as an extension of disciplinary training, to instill a sense of importance, dignity, confidence, independent-mindedness, integrity, and professionalism among examinees.
Courses include Dental Deck Officers, Engine Officers, Medical Technology, Physician, Midwifery, Nursing, Nutrition-Dietetics, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Radiologic Technology, X-ray Technology, and Veterinary Medicine.
It took effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in the Official Gazette or any newspaper of general circulation, whichever was earlier.
To enhance the credibility and effectiveness of the examination and to symbolize a badge of professionalism both during the examination and in the practice of the profession.
The Examination Division is responsible for the strict implementation of the resolution.
It will be widely circularized and disseminated through schools, colleges, and universities offering the mentioned courses.
That the primary objective of a professional licensure exam is to obtain valid and reliable information to determine technical competence for admission to the profession.