For aspiring professionals in various fields, obtaining a license is a significant milestone. The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) plays a vital role in ensuring the competence and integrity of licensed professionals in the Philippines. To provide examinees with ample time for preparation, the PRC releases the Board Licensure Examination schedule well in advance. In this blog post, we will highlight the key dates and examination schedule for some major board exams in 2023.
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| 2023 PRC Board Exam Schedule (Date of Exams, Opening & Deadline of Filing) |
Release of PRC Board Licensure Examination Schedule:
The PRC, through Resolution No. 1589 series of 2022, announces the Board Licensure Examination schedule for the year 2023. This resolution is typically released approximately one month before the end of the preceding year, allowing candidates to plan and prepare accordingly.
Overview of Board Exams and Schedule Highlights:
The PRC Board Licensure Examination schedule for 2023 encompasses a wide range of professions. Let's take a look at the schedule highlights for some major board exams:
Licensure Exam for Teachers (LET):
The LET, a crucial examination for aspiring educators, will be conducted on March 26, 2023, and September 24, 2023. These dates provide two opportunities within the year for individuals pursuing a teaching career.
Criminology Licensure Exam (CLE):
Aspiring criminologists can mark their calendars for the CLE, scheduled for April 3-5, 2023, and August 25-27, 2023. These examination dates provide candidates with options to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in the field.
Physician Licensure Exam (PLE):
For aspiring physicians, the PLE is a significant step towards a medical career. The examination will take place on March 5-6, 12-13, 2023, and October 20-21, 27-28, 2023. These multiple test dates ensure that candidates have ample opportunities to showcase their medical expertise.
Nursing Licensure Exam (NLE):
The NLE is a highly anticipated examination for aspiring nurses. Mark your calendars for May 28-29, 2023, and November 11-12, 2023, as the dates for this significant test.
Certified Public Accountant Licensure Exam (CPALE):
Aspiring accountants can prepare for the CPALE, which is scheduled for May 21-23, 2023, and September 30, October 1-2, 2023. These dates offer two opportunities for candidates to showcase their accounting proficiency.
Civil Engineering Licensure Exam (CELE):
For future civil engineers, the CELE is a critical examination. The test will be conducted on April 23-24, 2023, and November 17-18, 2023. Candidates can plan their preparation accordingly for these exam dates.
Mechanical Engineering Licensure Exam (MELE):
Aspiring mechanical engineers should take note of the MELE, scheduled for February 26-27, 2023, and August 5-6, 2023. These dates provide opportunities for candidates to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in the field of mechanical engineering.
The release of the PRC Board Licensure Examination schedule for 2023 enables aspiring professionals to plan their preparations and set clear goals for their chosen careers. The highlighted schedule of major board exams mentioned above gives a glimpse of the important dates to remember. As you embark on your journey towards becoming a licensed professional, make sure to adhere to the application deadlines, stay updated with any changes, and prepare diligently for these significant examinations. Best of luck
2023 PRC Schedule of Exams
| Name of Exam | Date(s) | Place | Opening of Processing | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JANUARY 2023 | ||||
| Real Estate Consultants (Revalida) | 9-13 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, and Legazpi | November 2, 2022 | December 9, 2022 |
| Architects/ ALE | 25 & 27 | NCR, Baguio, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | November 2, 2022 | December 26, 2022 |
| Sanitary Engineers | 30-31 & Feb 1 | NCR, Davao, and Rosales | November 2, 2022 | January 2, 2023 |
| FEBRUARY 2023 | ||||
| Respiratory Therapist | 5-6 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, and Zamboanga | November 4, 2022 | January 6, 2023 |
| Master Plumbers | 19-20 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Rosales, and Tacloban | November 18, 2022 | January 20, 2023 |
| Mechanical Engineers | 26-27 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Zamboanga, and Palawan | November 25, 2022 | January 27 , 2023 |
| Certified Plant Mechanics | 26-27 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, and Zamboanga | November 25, 2022 | January 27 , 2023 |
| MARCH 2023 | ||||
| Veterinarians/ VLE | 1, 2 & 3 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, and Tuguegarao | December 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 |
| Physicians/ PLE | 5, 6, 12 & 13 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | December 5, 2022 | February 6, 2023 |
| Medical Technologist/ MTLE | 8 & 9 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | December 8, 2022 | February 9, 2023 |
| Professional Teachers/ LET | 26 Rescheduled to March 19, 2023 |
NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Antique, Bacolod, Bayambang, Bohol, Catanduanes, Cauayan, Digos, Dumaguete, General Santos, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kidapawan, Laguna, Marinduque, Masbate, Mati, Occidental Mindoro, Palawan, Romblon, and Tagum | December 12, 2022 | February 6, 2023 |
| APRIL 2023 | ||||
| Criminologists | 3-5 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Antique, Bacolod, Bayambang, Bohol, Calbayog City, Cauayan, Dumaguete, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kidapawan, Occidental Mindoro, Naga, and Palawan | February 16, 2023 | May 4, 2023 |
| Pharmacists/ PhLE | 10 & 11 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | January 10, 2023 | March 13, 2023 |
| Midwives/ MLE | 13 & 14 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | January 13, 2023 | March 14, 2023 |
| Real Estate Broker/ REBLE | 16 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, and Tacloban | January 16, 2023 | March 16, 2023 |
| Electronics Engineers | 19 & 20 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | January 19, 2023 | March 20, 2023 |
| Electronics Technicians | 21 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | January 19, 2023 | March 20, 2023 |
| Civil Engineering/ CELE | 23 & 24 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | January 23, 2023 | March 24, 2023 |
| Registered Electrical Engineers | 25 & 26 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | January 25, 2023 | March 27, 2023 |
| Registered Master Electricians | 27 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | January 25, 2023 | March 27, 2023 |
| MAY 2023 | ||||
| Dentists (Written) | 3, 4 & 5 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, and Davao | February 3, 2023 | April 5, 2023 |
| Dentists (Practical) | 7 – 14 | NCR | February 3, 2023 | April 5, 2023 |
| Chemical Engineers | 16, 17 & 18 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, and Rosales | February 16, 2023 | April 18, 2023 |
| Certified Public Accountants/ CPALE | 21, 22 & 23 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan , Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | February 21, 2023 | April 24, 2023 |
| Dental Hygienists (Practical) | 25 | NCR | February 27, 2023 | April 26, 2023 |
| Dental Hygienists (Written) | 26 | NCR | February 27, 2023 | April 26, 2023 |
| Nurses/ NLE | 28 & 29 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | February 28, 2023 | April 28, 2023 |
| JUNE 2023 | ||||
| Architects/ ALE | 9 & 11 | NCR, Baguio, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | March 9, 2023 | May 11, 2023 |
| Psychologists | 13 & 14 | NCR, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Legazpi, Pampanga, Rosales, and Palawan | March 13, 2023 | May 15, 2023 |
| Psychometricians | 13 & 14 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | March 13, 2023 | May 15, 2023 |
| Physical Therapists | 15 & 16 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Pampanga, and Rosales | March 15, 2023 | May 16, 2023 |
| Occupational Therapists | 15 & 16 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Pampanga, and Rosales | March 15, 2023 | May 16, 2023 |
| JULY 2023 | ||||
| Interior Designers | 4, 5 & 6 | NCR, Cebu, and Davao | April 4, 2023 | June 6, 2023 |
| Master Plumbers | 15 & 16 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Rosales, and Tacloban | April 17, 2023 | June 16, 2023 |
| Landscape Architects | 19 & 20 | NCR and Cebu | April 19, 2023 | June 20, 2023 |
| Environmental Planners | 26 & 27 | NCR, Cebu, and Davao | April 26, 2023 | June 27, 2023 |
| AUGUST 2023 | ||||
| Mechanical Engineers/ MELE | 5 & 6 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Zamboanga, and Palawan | May 5, 2023 | July 6, 2023 |
| Certified Plant Mechanics | 5 & 6 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, and Zamboanga | May 5, 2023 | July 6, 2023 |
| Food Technologists | 10 & 11 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, and Zamboanga | May 10, 2023 | July 11, 2023 |
| Medical Technologists | 12 & 13 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | May 12, 2023 | July 13, 2023 |
| Guidance Counselors | 16 & 17 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Koronadal, Lucena, Rosales, and Palawan | May 16, 2023 | July 17, 2023 |
| Criminologists | 25-27 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Antique, Bacolod, Bayambang, Bohol, Cauayan, Dumaguete, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kidapawan, Occidental Mindoro, Naga, and Palawan | May 10, 2023 | July 10, 2023 |
| Mining Engineers | 29, 30 & 31 | NCR, Davao, and Rosales | May 29, 2023 | July 31, 2023 |
| Sanitary Engineers | 29, 30 & 31 | NCR, Davao, and Rosales | May 29, 2023 | July 31, 2023 |
| SEPTEMBER 2023 | ||||
| Registered Electrical Engineers | 2 & 3 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | May 22, 2023 | July 20, 2023 |
| Registered Master Electricians | 4 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | May 22, 2023 | July 20, 2023 |
| Real Estate Appraiser | 6 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, and Tacloban | June 6, 2023 | August 7, 2023 |
| Qualifying Assessment for Foreign Medical Professionals | 7 & 8 | NCR | June 7, 2023 | August 8, 2023 |
| Librarians | 11 & 12 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | June 9, 2023 | August 11, 2023 |
| Agricultural & Biosystems Engineers | 14 & 15 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, Tacloban, and Tuguegarao | June 14, 2023 | August 15, 2023 |
| Social Workers | 18, 19 & 20 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Kidapawan, and Palawan | June 16, 2023 | August 18, 2023 |
| Professional Teachers | 24 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Antique, Bacolod, Bayambang, Bohol, Catanduanes, Catarman, Cauayan, Digos, Dumaguete, General Santos, Ilocos Norte, Ilocos Sur, Kidapawan, Marinduque, Masbate, Mati, Occidental Mindoro, Palawan, Romblon, and Tagum | June 23, 2023 | August 24, 2023 |
| Veterinarians/ VLE | 26, 27 & 28 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, and Tuguegarao | June 26, 2023 | August 28, 2023 |
| Certified Public Accountants/ CPALE | Sep 30, Oct 1 & 2 |
NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | June 30, 2023 | August 30, 2023 |
| OCTOBER 2023 | ||||
| Metallurgical Engineers | 4, 5 & 6 | NCR, Cagayan de Oro, and Davao | July 4, 2023 | September 22, 2023 |
| Naval Architects | 4, 5 & 6 | NCR, Cebu, and Davao | July 4, 2023 | September 4, 2023 |
| Nutritionists-Dietitians | 8 & 9 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Legazpi, Lucena, Rosales, and Zamboanga | July 7, 2023 | September 8, 2023 |
| Optometrists (Written) | 10, 11 & 12 | NCR, Cebu, Davao, and Rosales | July 10, 2023 | September 12, 2023 |
| Ocular Pharmacologists | 10 | NCR and Davao | July 10, 2023 | September 11, 2023 |
| Chemical Engineers | 14, 15 & 16 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, and Rosales | July 14, 2023 | September 15, 2023 |
| Optometrists (Practical) | 15, 16, 17 & 18 | NCR | July 10, 2023 | September 12, 2023 |
| Professional Foresters | 17 & 18 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | July 17, 2023 | September 18, 2023 |
| Physicians/ PLE | 20, 21, 27 & 28 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | July 20, 2023 | September 21, 2023 |
| Electronics Engineers | 22 & 23 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | July 21, 2023 | September 25, 2023 |
| Electronics Technicians | 24 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | July 21, 2023 | September 25, 2023 |
| Fisheries Professionals | 25 & 26 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | July 25, 2023 | September 26, 2023 |
| Geodetic Engineers | 25 & 26 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cebu, Davao, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | July 25, 2023 | September 26, 2023 |
| Chemical Technicians | 29 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan , Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, and Zamboanga | July 28, 2023 | September 29, 2023 |
| Chemists | 30 & 31 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, and Zamboanga | July 31, 2023 | October 2, 2023 |
| NOVEMBER 2023 | ||||
| Pharmacists/ PhLE | 2 & 3 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | August 2, 2023 | October 3, 2023 |
| Midwives/ MLE | 5 & 6 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Kidapawan | August 7, 2023 | October 6, 2023 |
| Customs Brokers | 8 & 9 | NCR, Cebu, and Davao | August 8, 2023 | October 9, 2023 |
| Nurses/ NLE | 11 & 12 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Kidapawan, and Palawan | August 11, 2023 | October 12, 2023 |
| Speech Language Pathology | 13 & 14 | NCR, Cebu, and Davao | August 14, 2023 | October 16, 2023 |
| Geologists/ GLE | 13, 14 & 15 | NCR | August 14, 2023 | October 16, 2023 |
| Civil Engineers/ CELE | 17 & 18 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, and Palawan | August 17, 2023 | October 18, 2023 |
| Agriculturists | 20, 21 & 22 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Calapan, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pagadian, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, Zamboanga, Kidapawan, and Palawan | August 21, 2023 | October 23, 2023 |
| Dentists (Written) | 28, 29 & 30 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, and Davao | August 28, 2023 | October 30, 2023 |
| DECEMBER 2023 | ||||
| Physical Therapists | 1 & 2 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Pampanga, and Rosales | September 1, 2023 | November 3, 2023 |
| Occupational Therapists | 1 & 2 | NCR, Baguio, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi, Pampanga, and Rosales | September 1, 2023 | November 3, 2023 |
| Dentists (Practical) | 3 – 10 | NCR | August 28, 2023 | October 30, 2023 |
| Real Estate Consultants (Written) | 6 | NCR, Cebu, Davao, and Iloilo | September 6, 2023 | November 6, 2023 |
| Radiologic Technologists | 11 & 12 | NCR, Baguio, Butuan, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | September 11, 2023 | November 13, 2023 |
| X-Ray Technologists | 11 & 12 | NCR, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tacloban, Tuguegarao, and Zamboanga | September 11, 2023 | November 13, 2023 |
| Dental Technologists (Written) | 13 | NCR | September 13, 2023 | November 13, 2023 |
| Dental Technologists. (Practical) | 14 & 15 | NCR | September 13, 2023 | November 13, 2023 |
| Aeronautical Engineers | 17, 18 & 19 | NCR, Cebu, Davao, and Pampanga | September 15, 2023 | November 20, 2023 |
~Source: PRC Official Schedule
Filling of Application
The conduct of the Special Professional Licensure Examinations (SPLE) to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) shall be scheduled in accordance with PRC Resolution No. 2017-1034, Republic Act No. 8981 and Executive Order No. 835.
“Filing of applications, including the submissions of all the required and supporting documents at the Regional Offices and Offsite Service Centers shall be within the period indicated in the schedule. Request for extension of the deadline in filing of application, if any, must be submitted to the the Licensure Office at least fifteen (15) days from the scheduled deadline, otherwise, the deadline herein provided is final and shall be strictly implemented. When the deadline falls on a weekend, regular or special holidays, the said deadline shall be automatically moved to the next working day.”
PRC said that “No changes in the schedule shall be made without prior approval of the Commission. The Professional Regulatory Boards are further advised that their duties and responsibilities pertaining to the conduct of the licensure examinations shall take precedence over all their other functions.”
Things to prepare during exams
You may also want to see in advance these basic requirements in taking the exams:
- Official Receipt of payment of application for examination
- One (1) piece Long Transparent White Plastic Envelope (for keeping your valuables and other allowed items)
- One (1) piece long size brown envelope
- Two (2) or more pencils (No. 2)
- Ball pens (black ink only)
- Health Forms (Pursuant to Joint Administrative Order No. 01 (s 2021)
- Negative RT-PCR Test Results (if applicable), or Certificate of Quarantine or copy of the Complete Vaccination Card for fully vaccinated examinees to be submitted to the proctor on the examination day.
Questions?
For those who want to clarify something, PRC advised to email them through the Licensure Exam Division at below contacts:
- licensure.division@prc.gov.ph
- licensure.office@prc.gov.ph
To receive fast and reliable news and announcements regarding the 2023 PRC schedule of exams, we advise our readers to visit PRC official website.
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