The Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) is a crucial assessment that aspiring educators must pass to be eligible to teach in the country. Administered by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), the LET is held twice a year in various testing centers nationwide. The examination consists of two parts: the General Education (Gen Ed) and Professional Education (Prof Ed) components. The Gen Ed part covers topics such as English, Filipino, Mathematics, Science, and Social Sciences, while the Prof Ed part focuses on subjects related to teaching principles, strategies, and assessment methods.
To prepare for the LET, candidates often undergo rigorous review sessions, study groups, and practice exams to enhance their knowledge and skills. Passing the LET is a significant milestone for educators, as it opens doors to various teaching opportunities in both public and private schools.
Successful LET passers are not only granted the professional license to teach but also demonstrate their commitment to excellence in the field of education. Overall, the LET plays a vital role in ensuring that teachers are well-equipped to educate and inspire the future generations of the nation.
Requirements and Application for September 2024 Licensure Exam for Teachers (LET)
| Date of Examination | Application Period | Target Release of Results |
|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2024 |
Nov. 16, 2023 - Jan. 16, 2024 | May 20, 2024 |
| September 29, 2024 |
May 29, 2024 - July 29, 2024 | December 13, 2024 |
Who can take the Licensure Examination for Teachers?
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
- Filipino citizens or aliens whose country has reciprocity with the Philippines as stated by RA No. 7836 as amended by RA 9293.
- Applicants must be of good moral character and reputation with moral values. Applicants must not be convicted by the court by final judgment for an offense involving moral turpitude.
Qualifications
Enumerated below are the qualifications that are required for candidates who want to become professional teachers in the Philippines:
- An applicant who aspires to be a professional education teacher must have a BSEEd degree or its equivalent.
- Similarly, applicants who aim to be licensed secondary education teachers must have a bachelor’s degree in education or its equivalent.
- All candidates with an equivalent degree must take at least 18 units in Professional Education to qualify.
- Applicants are qualified to take the exam if they have a bachelor’s degree in arts and sciences with a minimum of ten units in professional education and holders of Early Childhood Education (BECED) degrees.
- For graduates who want to be licensed teachers in the Philippines to teach vocational and two-year technical courses, a bachelor’s degree in the field of profession or its equivalent is a requirement and must have attained at least 18 units in professional education to be qualified to take the exam.
Requirements for First Timers
After you have verified that you are eligible to take the LET, you must submit your application with the documents listed below.
- A printed copy of your appointment schedule;
- Original and photocopy versions of your Transcript of Records (TOR), the seal of the school, date of graduation, with scanned picture and remarks: “For Board Examination Purposes Only”;
- Original and photocopy versions of your Birth Certificate issued by the PSA;
- Examination Fee of 900 pesos
For married female applicants, provide the original and photocopy versions of your marriage contract issued by the PSA;
- Original and photocopy versions of any government-issued ID.
- Present a photocopy of the SO (Special Order) duly signed the CHED if your school is not exempted from the issuance of SO.
Requirements for Retakers
For applicants re-taking the LET, prepare the following documentary LET exam requirements and submit them to your designated PRC Regional Office on the appointment date:
- A printed copy of your appointment schedule;
- Original Notice of Admission (for the previous exam);
- If the NOA is no longer available, you can present a photocopy of your TOR.
Step-by-Step Process for Online Application
A. Prepare the following requirements required by PRC for Online Registration
With No Account
- Active email address
- Mobile number
- Valid ID
- Personal information, including education, date of graduation, and employment details
- Recent 2×2 ID photo (in JPG format and plain white background, with the applicant wearing decent attire with a collar)
The next step in your PRC online application is to create an account on the LERIS website. Follow the steps below (B) to set up an LERIS account:
B. Start Creating Your Account via PRC Website (Online Registration Steps)
Registration of Account
Email Validation of New and Existing Account
Signing In & Forgot Password
Filling Out Personal Information (1)
Filling Out Personal Information (2)
Uploading of Photo
- Visit the PRC LERIS website and sign up for a new account at online.prc.gov.ph.
- From the sign-up page, click Register.
- Read the terms of service on the right side of the page. From there, you’ll see information on privacy password protection, obligations when registering, forfeiture of fees, and consequences for violations. When you’re done, scroll down and click the I Agree button.
- Enter your personal details (under the Registration tab) as indicated in your Notice of Admission (NOA) or PRC ID
- Enter your email address and password (at least six characters consisting of numbers, letters, and special characters). Type your password again to confirm it.
- Review your details. Check the box next to I’m not a robot and click the Register button. Note that any wrong information provided may result in expulsion by the PRC. A new pop-out will appear containing all information provided for your review. Confirm everything by clicking the Agree/Confirm button.
- Log in to your account. Under the Sign In tab, enter your email address and password. Check the box next to I’m not a robot and click the Sign In button.
- Upon signing in, a notification on advisories will appear. Click OK.
- Another prompt on appointment slots will appear. Click Proceed.
- Provide your details. Click the Profile tab on the left side of the page and input your personal information, contact details, and family background, plus data regarding your education, employment, and on your valid ID. Don’t leave fields with red asterisks blank. When you’re done, click the Save Information button.
- Upload your photo. Read the photo requirements and click the Proceed button. Click the Choose File button to pick a photo to upload. Lastly, click the Upload Image button.
Now that you have completed your PRC online registration or LERIS online application, you are ready to use the website for your LET application. Read on (C) to learn more about the steps:
C. How to Apply for Board Exam via PRC Online
Taking a licensure examination? Take note of these steps for PRC online registration for a board exam.
Selecting Transaction for Application of Exam
Setting Appointment and Selecting Payment Option (First Timer)
Setting Appointment and Selecting Payment Option (Repeaters)
Click Your Preferred Payment Option
Processing Transaction (1)
Processing Transaction (2)
Processing Transaction (3)
Processing Transaction (4)
Printing Document of Exam Application (First Timer)
Printing NOA of Exam (Repeaters)
- Sign in to your PRC online account.
- Click the Select Transaction button on the right side.
- Click the Examination tab.
- Choose the name, type, date, and place of examination.
- Click the Proceed button.
- Set your PRC online appointment by choosing your preferred PRC regional office. The system will give you an appointment date and time. If you’re okay with the schedule, click the Proceed button. But if you’d like to reschedule your PRC appointment, click the Reschedule button, choose a new appointment date, state your reason for the rescheduling, and click the Confirm button.
- Your transaction summary will appear on the screen. Click the Submit button to save the transaction.
- Choose a payment channel and click the Submit button.
- Review your transaction details and payment summary. Tick the small box underneath to agree to the Terms and Conditions.
- Enter your payment details then click Submit.
- Select the OK button to confirm your payment.
- Print your payment confirmation slip.
- Then click the Existing Transaction button on the left side and then print your accomplished PRC Exam Application Form.
- Affix your signature on the form.
After you’ve completed your PRC online application, go to your preferred PRC regional office or any satellite offices on your scheduled appointment and submit your printed application form along with any other licensure examination requirements.
Coverage of Exams
The March 2024 Licensure Examination for Teachers covered the following topics:General Education (GenEd)
- English – Study and Thinking Skills, Writing in the Discipline, Speech and Oral Communication, Philippine Literature and Master Works of the World
- Filipino – Komunikasyon sa Akademikong Pilipino, Pagbasa at Pagsulat sa Panananaliksik at Masining na Pagpapahayag
- Mathematics – Fundamentals of Math, Plane Geometry, Elementary Algebra and Statistics and Probability
- Science – Biological Science – General Biology, Physical Science with Earth Science
- Social Sciences – Philippine Government New Constitution with Human Rights, Philippine History, Basic Economics, Taxation, Agrarian Reform, Society, Culture with Family Planning; Rizal and other Heroes, Philosophy of Man, Arts, General Psychology and Information and Communication Technology
Professional Education (ProfEd)
- Teaching Profession, Social Dimensions of Education
- Principles of Teaching, Educational Technology and Curriculum Development
- Facilitating Learning, Child and Adolescent Development
- Assessment of Student Learning, Developmental Reading
- Field Study and Practice Teaching
Specialized subjects were covered in the examinations for the specialization in English, Filipino, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Social Studies and Social Sciences, Values Education, MAPEH, Agriculture and Fishery Arts and Technology, and Livelihood Education.
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