Reporting Requirement on Mass Oath-Taking Ceremonies
- PRBs and APOs conducting the oath-taking ceremonies are required to submit a detailed report about the activity.
- The report must include:
- An accounting of voluntary contributions received from participants.
- Expenses incurred for the holding of the mass oath-taking.
- These contributions are voluntary and to be accounted for transparently.
Accountability and Transparency Measures
- To ensure transparency and proper administration, the report must be signed jointly by:
- The Chairperson of the PRB or, if absent, a board member.
- The President of the APO or, if absent, the Secretary of the APO.
- This fosters collective responsibility and accountability during the conduct of the oath-taking.
Submission Timeline and Authority
- The report must be submitted to the Office of the Chairman, Professional Regulation Commission.
- The submission deadline is within thirty (30) days following the date of the mass oath-taking ceremony.
Dissemination of Information
- Copies of the resolution mandating this reporting and accounting are to be distributed to:
- All Accredited Professional Organizations.
- All public and private schools and universities offering courses for licensure examinations.
- This ensures that successful examinees and related stakeholders are informed about the procedures and reporting requirements.
Effectivity of the Resolution
- The Resolution takes effect fifteen (15) days following its publication in either:
- The Official Gazette, or
- A newspaper of general circulation, whichever occurs first.
Legal and Procedural Importance
- The resolution enforces collaborative administration between regulatory boards and professional organizations.
- It introduces measures for financial transparency concerning voluntary contributions during oath-taking.
- Enhances public trust by requiring timely and properly signed reports to PRC leadership.
- Provides a structured and standardized process across all professions under PRC oversight.