Title
Supreme Court
Promulgation of Fisheries Technologist Exam Syllabi
Law
Prc Board Of Fisheries No. 01-a
Decision Date
Apr 23, 2003
The PRC Board of Fisheries establishes the syllabi for the licensure examination for Fisheries Technologists, outlining key subjects such as Aquaculture and Capture Fisheries, to ensure standardized testing and professional competency in the fisheries sector.

Law Summary

Subjects Covered in the Licensure Examination

  • The licensure examination for Fisheries Technologists covers four core subjects:
    1. Aquaculture
    2. Capture Fisheries
    3. Post-Harvest Fisheries
    4. Aquatic Resources and Ecology
  • These subjects comprehensively reflect the various facets of the fisheries profession.

Authority to Prescribe Examination Syllabi

  • Under Section 9(h) of Republic Act No. 8981 (PRC Modernization Act of 2000), regulatory boards have the authority to prepare, adopt, and issue syllabi for licensure examination subjects within their fields.
  • The Board of Fisheries acts in consultation with academic institutions to formulate these syllabi.
  • Examination questions are strictly based on these prescribed syllabi to ensure relevance and fairness.

Institutional Policy on Syllabi Adoption

  • Commission Memorandum Circular No. 08, Series of 1992 mandates all professional regulatory boards to adopt syllabi for each examination subject.
  • This institutionalizes a standardized approach to professional licensure examinations to maintain quality and uniformity.

Consultative Development of the Syllabi

  • The Board of Fisheries conducted two rounds of consultation in April 2001 and April 2002.
  • These consultations included representatives from academic institutions, the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).
  • Resulted in the development of comprehensive examination syllabi tailored for Fisheries Technologists.

Formal Adoption and Implementation of the Syllabi

  • The Board resolved to formally adopt the syllabi as the official basis for the licensure examination for Fisheries Technologists.
  • This adoption was embodied in a document titled "SYLLABI FOR THE FISHERIES TECHNOLOGIST LICENSURE EXAMINATION."
  • The first use of these syllabi for examination purposes was scheduled for October 1-2, 2003.

Dissemination and Effective Date

  • Copies of the resolution and syllabi were to be distributed to all relevant educational institutions offering fisheries courses and to the Department of Agriculture.
  • The resolution took effect fifteen days after its publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation, whichever came first.

Signatories and Approvals

  • The resolution was adopted by members of the Board of Fisheries and attested by the Secretary of the Professional Regulatory Boards.
  • It was approved by the Chairperson and Commissioners of the Professional Regulation Commission, signifying official sanction and authority.

Summary of Key Legal Provisions

  • Licensure examinations ensure the competency and professional standards in the fisheries field.
  • Prescribed syllabi promote examination transparency, academic collaboration, and alignment with current fisheries practice and education.
  • Legal framework under RA 8981 empowers boards to govern and regulate professional examinations effectively.
  • Coordination with academic and government bodies enhances the credibility and relevance of the licensure process.

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