PRC Modernization Act of 2000 (RA 8981) Flashcards
(80 cards)
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To effectively enforce the laws regulating the various professions, there is an urgent need to create a ___________ to administer, implement, coordinate, and supervise the various Boards of Examiners.
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three-man Commission
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Why is there a need to create a three-man Commission?
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- To effectively enforce the law regulating the various professions.
- To administer, implement, coordinate, and supervise the various Boards of Examiners.
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The _______________ shall be attached to the Office of the President for general direction and coordination.
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Professional Regulation Commission
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The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) shall be attached to the ____________ for general direction and coordination.
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Office of the President
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Creating the Professional Regulation and Commission and Prescribing its Powers and Functions
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PD 223
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The names of the various Boards shall be changed by the Commission by deleting the word __________.
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“Examiners”
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PD 223 is signed by _________.
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Pres. Ferdinand E. Marcos
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PD 223 was signed on ________.
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June 22, 1973
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RA 8981
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PRC Modernization Act of 2000
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PRC Modernization Act of 2000
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RA 8981
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When was RA 8981 approved?
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December 5, 2000
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Which president signed RA 8981?
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Pres. Joseph Ejercito Estrada
13
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Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 8981
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PRC Resolution No. 1 Series of 2001 (Feb. 15, 2001)
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Two Important Functions of RA 8981
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- To conduct and administer licensure examinations.
- To regulate and supervise the practice of the professions.
15
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How many PRBs do RA 8981 have partnership with?
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46
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Section 1
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Title
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It is an act modernizing the PRC, repealing for the purpose of PD 223.
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RA 8981: PRC Modernization Act of 2000
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Section 2
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Statement of Policy
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Section 3
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Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
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A 3-man commission attached to the office of the President for general direction and coordination.
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Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
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Section 4
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Composition
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The Commission is composed of __________.
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- 1 fulltime Chairperson
- 2 fulltime Commissioners
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The members of the Commission are appointed by the __________.
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President
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The maximum term for each member of the Commission is _________.
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7 years
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Are the members of the Commission allowed to be re-appointed?
No
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At the expiration of the Chairperson, most __________ shall temporarily assume and perform their duties and responsibilities.
Senior Commissioners
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Qualifications for the Commission
- At least 40 years of age
- With valid COR/professional license
- Valid professional ID/certificate of competency
- Familiar with the principles and methods of professional regulation and/or licensing
- At least 5 years of executive or management experience.
- 1 Commissioner must be a past chairperson/member of the PRB.
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Section 5
Exercise of Powers and Functions of the Commission
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According to Section 5 of RA 8981, the Commission shall __________.
- Sit and act as a body to exercise general functions.
- Establish and maintain a high standard of admission.
- Ensure and safeguard integrity of the examination.
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According to Section 5 of RA 8981, the Chairperson shall __________.
- Presiding Officer: preside over meetings
- Chief Executive Officer: implement policies and programs
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Section 6
Compensation and Other Benefits
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According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the Chairperson __________.
Shall receive compensation and allowance equivalent to that of a Department Secretary.
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According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the Commissioners __________.
Shall receive compensation and allowance equivalent to that of an Undersecretary.
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According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the members of the Commission are entitled to receive ___________.
Retirement benefits
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According to Section 6 of RA 8981, the members of the Commission are entitled to receive retirement benefits provided under __________.
RA 1568 as amended by RA 3595.
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Section 7
Powers, Functions, and Responsibilities of the Commission
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Section 8
Regional Offices
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According to Section 8 of RA 8981, the Commission is ___________ as may be necessary to carry out their functions.
authorized to create regional offices
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Section 9
Powers, Functions, and Responsibilities of the Various Professional Regulatory Boards
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The powers of the Medical Technology Board are classified as __________.
- Administrative
- Quasi-legislative
- Quasi-judicial
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, _________ is concerned with the work of applying policies and enforcing orders as determined by proper governmental organs.
Administrative Power
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, _________ is otherwise known as "rule-making power." It allows the MTB to make rules and regulations.
Quasi-legislative Power
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, _________ grants the MTB with the authority to hear and determine questions of fact.
Quasi-judicial Power
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, the decision of the PRB shall, unless appealed to the Commission, become final and executory _________ from receipt of notice of judgment or decision.
After 15 days
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, the hearing shall be presided over by __________.
At least 1 member of the board assisted by a Legal or Hearing Officer
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According to Section 9 of RA 8981, submission of results in all subjects within __________ from the last days of exam unless extended by the Commission.
10 days
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Section 10
Compensation of the Members of the Professional Regulatory Board
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According to Section 10 of RA 8981, the compensation of the members of the PRB is ____________.
Equivalent to at least 2 salary grades lower than the Commissioner.
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According to Section 10 of RA 8981, the compensation of the Chairperson of the Board is ____________.
Monthly compensation of 2 steps higher than the salary grade of the Members
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Section 11
Person to Teach Subjects for Licensure Examination on All Professions
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According to Section 11 of RA 8981, what are the qualifications of a person who teaches subjects for licensure examination?
- Holders of valid COR and valid professional license
- Complies with other requirements of the CHED
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Section 12
Assistance of Law Enforcement Agency
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According to Section 12 of RA 8981, any ________________ shall render assistance in enforcing the regulatory law of the profession.
Law Enforcement Agency
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Section 13
Appropriations
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Section 14
Authority to Use Income
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According to Section 14 of RA 8981, the Commission is authorized to use its income not exceeding the amount of ____________.
PHP 45,000,000.00
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According to Section 14 of RA 8981, the Commission is authorized to use its income a year for a period of ________.
5 years
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According to Section 14 of RA 8981, the Commission is authorized to use its income to implement the program for _________.
Full computerization of the operations of the Commissions
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Section 15
Penalties for Manipulation and Other Corrupt Practices in the Conduct of Professional Examinations
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, the following violations:
- Manipulates or Rigs LE results
- Secretly Informs or makes known LE prior
- Tampers with grades
have a penalty of ___________.
Imprisonment: Not less than 6 years and 1 day to not more than 12 years.
Fee: PHP 50,000 to not more than PHP 100,000
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, accomplices will bear the following penalties:
Imprisonment: 4 years and 1 day to 6 years
Fee: PHP 20,000 to not more than PHP 49,000
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, accessories will bear the following penalties:
Imprisonment: 2 years and 1 day to 4 years
Fee: PHP 5,000 to not more than PHP 19,000
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According to Section 15 of RA 8981, In case the offender is an officer or employee of the Commission or a member of the regulatory board, he/she shall be removed from office and shall suffer the penalty of __________.
Perpetual absolute disqualification
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Section 16
Penalties for Violation of Section 7-Subparagraph 1 by Heads of Government Agencies or Officers of Private Entities/Institutions
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According to Section 16 of RA 8981, any head of a government agency or officer/s of a private firm institution who violates Section 7-subpar. 1 will bear the following penalties
Imprisonment: Not less than 6 months, not more than 6 years
Fee: Not less than PHP 50,000 to not more than PHP 500,000
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Section 17
Implementing Rules and Regulations
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The Commission, Board, accredited Professional Organizations, DBM, CHED shall prepare and promulgate the necessary rules and regulations needed to implement the provisions of this Act within _____________.
90 days
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Section 18
Transitory Provisions
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Incumbent Commissioner
Chairperson
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2 Incumbent Associate Commissioners
Commissioners
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Incumbent Executive Director
Assistant Commissioner without need of new appointment
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Section 19
Separability Clause
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Section 20
Repealing Clause
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Section 21
Effectivity
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RA 8981 contains how many sections in total?
21
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Who is the chairman of the current Board of MT?
Dr. Marilyn A. Cabal-Barza
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Who is a member of the current Board of MT?
Dr. Leila Lany M. Florento
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Who is the current chairman of the PRC?
Hon. Charito A. Zamora
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Who is the current Commissioner I of the PRC?
Hon. Jose Y. Cueto, JR.
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Who is the current Commissioner II of the PRC?
Hon. Erwin M. Enad
