PRC Region I, Ilocos Region

10/11/2026

PRC REGION 1 PARTICIPATES IN THE FY 2026 4th QUARTER DEVAD COM-1 AND RSDC-1 REGULAR MEETINGS

San Fernando City, La Union. The Professional Regulation Commission-Regional Office 1, led by Regional Director Atty. Arl Ruth B. Sacay-Sabelo participated in the FY 2026 4th Quarter Regional Development Administration Committee (DEVAd Com)-1 and Regional Social Development Commitee (RSDC)-1 Regular Meetings held last November 04 and 05, 2026 at the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and National Educators Academy of the Philippines (NEAP), San Fernando City, La Union, respectively. Ms. Marie Grace N. Dela Cruz, Supervising Administrative Officer represented RD Sabelo in the said sectoral committee meetings.

The DEVAd Com-1 meeting was facilitated by Chairperson Jonathan Paul M. Leusen, Jr, Regional Director of the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region 1, with Private Sector Representative Ms. Grace B. Corrales and Ms. Racquel T. Atawe of the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev)-Region 1. Various topics were discussed, which include the approval of the Highlights of the Previous Meeting, Endorsement of the Updated Region SDG Catch-Up Plan for 2026-2030, DEVAd Sector Component of the CY 2026 RPMES 3rd Quarter Project Monitoring Report and Updates in the Programs, Projects and Activities of the various Regional Line Agencies (RLAs), which are members of the said sector.

The RSDC-1 meeting that transpired on November 05, 2026 was facilitated by Private Sector Representative, Dr. Beah P. Bautista. Like the DEVAd Committee, RSDC-1 discussed several topics that include the Endorsement of CY 2026 3rd Quarter RPMES Report for Social Sector Component, CY 2026 RSDC-1 Accomplishment Report and CY 2027 RSDC-1 Work Program, FY 2027 RSDC-1 Policy Agenda, Updated SDG Catch-up Plan 2026-2030, List of Region 1 Social Development Issues for Social Development Committee (SDC) National-Regional Consultative Meeting, and Updates in the Programs, Projects and Activities of the Member-Regional Line Agencies (RLAs). Also emphasized by DEVDev-1 during the DevAd Com-1 and RSDC-1 meetings was the budget consultation for FY 2028 budget proposals, which will be conducted in the later part of December 2026.

Both meetings conducted by the DEVAd Committee 1 and RSDC-1, as sectoral committees of the RDC-1 Full Council were attended by various government agencies, Provincial Government Units (PGUs) and representatives from private sectors.

10/11/2026

Face-to-Face Oathtaking of the New Metallurgical Engineers

The face-to-face mass oathtaking of the new Metallurgical Engineers on November 11, 2026, 5:00 PM at the Plaza Ibarra, 77 Timog Ave., Quezon City.

All successful examinees interested in attending the face-to-face mass oathtaking shall register not later than 12:00 NN of the day prior to the date of the oathtaking at https://online.prc.gov.ph/ to confirm their attendance.

Inductees shall come in Filipiniana or Barong Tagalog and are required to PRINT the Oath Form with their own generated QR. This will be submitted during the oathtaking to be tagged as “attended”.

Those who cannot attend the scheduled face-to-face mass oathtaking may attend the online oathtaking or request a special oathtaking. Online Oathtaking announcements will be posted once the schedule is confirmed.

Please note that registration through LERIS does not guarantee a reserved slot. A ticket must be secured, and seating will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

After the oathtaking, inductees shall proceed with their Initial Registration by securing an online appointment at https://online.prc.gov.ph.

For more information on the oathtaking, you may contact the Society of Metallurgical Engineers of the Philippines (SMEP) through email at [email protected]

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10/11/2026

November 2026 Veterinarians Computer-Based Licensure Examination Results Released in One (1) Working Day

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 1,083 out of 1,503 passed the Veterinarians Computer-Based Licensure Examination given by the Board of Veterinary Medicine in N. C. R., Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Koronadal, Legazpi, Lucena, Pampanga, Rosales, Tuguegarao and Puerto Princesa, Palawan this November 2026.

The members of the Board of Veterinary Medicine who gave the licensure examination are Dr. Agnes Teodora A. Baylon, Chairperson; Dr. Claro N. Mingala and Dr. Tomas M. Acorda, Members.

The results were released in one (1) working day after the last day of examination.

Starting December 7, 2026, registration for the issuance of Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration will be done on-line. Please visit the official PRC website (www.prc.gov.ph) and follow the instructions for registration. Those who will register are required to bring the following: 1) Screenshot of system-generated Registration Form; 2) valid government-issued ID. Successful examinees should personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals.

The date and venue for the oathtaking ceremony of the new successful examinees in the said examination WILL BE ANNOUNCED LATER.

https://prc.gov.ph/article/november-2026-veterinarians-computer-based-licensure-examination-results-released-one-1

10/11/2026

10/11/2026

HAPPENING NOW

DAY 2 OF 3 OF THE AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERS COMPUTER-BASED LICENSURE EXAMINATION IN REGION I

The Professional Regulation Commission Regional Office I (PRC RO I) continues the conduct of the three-day Aeronautical Engineers Computer-Based Licensure Examination (AECBLE) at the PRC RO I Testing Rooms, Rosales, Pangasinan.

With another day of examination underway, PRC RO I remains committed to ensuring an orderly, secure, and efficient examination process, providing examinees with the necessary support throughout their licensure journey.

09/11/2026

Face-to-Face Oathtaking of the New Professional Foresters

The face-to-face mass oathtaking of the new Professional Foresters will be held on 29 November 2026, 8:30 AM at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

All successful examinees interested in attending the face-to-face mass oathtaking shall register not later than 12:00 NN of the day prior to the date of the oathtaking at https://online.prc.gov.ph/ to confirm their attendance.

Inductees are required to PRINT the Oath Form with their own generated QR. This will be submitted during the oathtaking to be tagged as “attended”.

It is advised that inductees register and confirm their attendance in the region where they took their licensure examination and intend to register as professionals. Those who cannot attend the scheduled face-to-face mass oathtaking may attend the online oathtaking or request a special oathtaking after the conduct of ALL the oathtaking in regions.

Please note that registration on LERIS does not guarantee a reserved slot for the Oathtaking until a ticket is secured. Seating will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

For individuals interested in attending the Face-to-Face Mass Oathtaking Ceremony, kindly send an email to Bonmel Events Management Services at [email protected] including your NAME and PROFESSION.

For any concerns or questions, you may message the organizer at 0905 429 8533 via SMS / Viber.

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09/11/2026

LICENSURE EXAMINATION ADVISORY IN PRC REGION I (ILOCOS REGION)

The Professional Regulation Commission Regional Office I informs all examinees that the Room Assignment for the November 19 & 20, 2026 Agricultural & Biosystems Engineers Licensure Examination in Rosales, Pangasinan has been posted.

See the link below for your reference:
https://www.prc.gov.ph/room-assignment

For more information, visit www.prc.gov.ph or email us at [email protected] and follow us at https://www.facebook.com/PRCRO1

09/11/2026

PRC REGION I CONDUCTS A LOCAL MOBILE SERVICE AT VIGAN CONVENTION CENTER IN VIGAN CITY, ILOCOS SUR

Vigan City, Ilocos Sur - The Professional Regulation Commission – Regional Office I (PRC-ROI), headed by Regional Director Atty. Arl Ruth B. Sacay-Sabelo, successfully conducted a Local Mobile Service (LMS) on November 6, 2026, at the Vigan Convention Center, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, in support of the Vigan City Mega Job Fair.

The activity brought PRC services closer to professionals and aspiring professionals by providing a convenient venue for the several key services such as, PIC renewal and Duplication, Initial Registration, Certification and Authentication, and processing of Licensure Examination Applications. Through this initiative, a total of one hundred thirty (130) transactions were efficiently processed.

The LMS team, led by Mr. Jordan Garcia, Supervising Professional Regulation Officer, with the assistance of Ms. Ruby N. Sabado, Administrative Officer II; Mr. John Paul D. Pascua, Administrative Aide III and Ms. Shanon Ramos, Government Intern of PRC Region I, facilitated the said mobile service.

The successful conduct of the Local Mobile Service was made possible through the partnership and coordination between PRC Region I and LGU of Vigan City, Ilocos Sur, reflecting a shared commitment to bringing accessible and responsive government services closer to professionals and aspiring professionals.

Through the continued implementation of Local Mobile Services, PRC Region 1 strengthens its commitment to delivering citizen-centered regulatory services and ensuring that essential government transactions are made more convenient and accessible to stakeholders across the region.