Civil Service Eligibility for EDP Specialists

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PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1408: Civil Service Eligibility for EDP Specialists

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Title Supreme Court: Civil Service Eligibility for EDP Specialists

Law: Presidential Decree No. 1408

Decision Date: Jun 8, 1978

A presidential decree in the Philippines grants civil service eligibility to Electronic Data Processing (EDP) specialists, recognizing their technical qualifications and aiming to attract them to government service. The decree defines EDP specialists as individuals with a bachelor's degree or equivalent and proficiency in areas such as Electronic Data Processing System and Analysis and Design, Computer Programming, or Computer Operation.

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Definition of Electronic Data Processing Specialists

EDP Specialists must have at least a bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
Must be issued a certificate of proficiency in one or more of the following areas:
- Electronic Data Processing Systems and Analysis and Design
- Computer Programming
- Computer Operation

Joint Assessment and Certification of Competence

The CSC and NCC through NCI will jointly assess the competence of individuals currently holding EDP positions.
Those found qualified will be certified for the grant of civil service eligibility.

Training Courses and Certification of Proficiency

CSC and NCC shall prescribe training courses for EDP specialists.
Certification of proficiency obtained from these training courses will serve as the basis for conferring civil service eligibility.
The conferment of eligibility under this decree is limited to five years from its effectivity date.

Rulemaking and Implementation

CSC and NCC are responsible for promulgating and implementing the necessary rules and regulations to operationalize this decree.

Effectivity

The decree is effective immediately upon signing.

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