Licensure Examination

• What is jurisprudence?

  System or science of laws and their philosophies
• What does ethics refer to?

  Principles of morality and moral practices
• What are the three basic categories of law?

  • Statutory Law: Created by legislative bodies
  • Regulatory Law: Developed by government agencies for law enforcement
  • Common Law: Courts interpret statutes and apply them in various situations
• What is RA 10918?


  The Philippine Pharmacy Act that modernizes pharmacy practice
• What does RA 10918 replace?

  It replaces RA 5921
• What is the scope of practice under RA 10918?

  • Activities exclusive to pharmacists
  • Activities non-exclusive to pharmacists
• What is the composition of the Regulatory Board of Pharmacy?

  1 Chairman and 2 Board Members
• Who is the Chairman of the Regulatory Board of Pharmacy?

  Anthony Aldrin C. Santiago
• What are the key functions of the Regulatory Board of Pharmacy?

  Conduct licensure exams and regulate pharmacy practices
• What qualifications are required for the Board of Pharmacy?

  Must be a Filipino citizen, licensed pharmacist, and have ten years of practice
• What is required for an applicant to take the licensure examination?

  Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and complete an internship
• What are the documentary requirements for licensure examination applicants?

  • PSA-issued Certificate of Live Birth
  • PSA-issued Marriage Certificate (for married women)
  • Certification of Good Moral Character
  • Valid NBI Clearance
  • Certified true copy of Transcript of Records
  • Certificate of Completion of internship program
  • Daily Time Record of internship hours
• What areas does the Pharmacists' Licensure Examination cover?

  Various areas in Pharmacy Science and Practice
• How often is the Pharmacists' Licensure Examination held?

  Twice a year
• What is the passing requirement for the licensure examination?

  A general weighted average of 75% with no subject score below 50%
• What must an applicant do after failing the licensure exam three times?

  Complete a refresher program at an accredited institution
• What are the details of the refresher program for exam failures?

  • Conducted over a minimum of one year
  • Focuses on subjects listed under RA 10918’s Scope of Examinations
  • Grants three additional examination attempts upon completion
• What is the time frame for the Board to submit exam ratings to the PRC?

  Within three working days after the exam
• How does the PRC communicate exam results to examinees?

  Via mail to the address provided during registration
• What are the general provisions for registered pharmacists?

  • Only registered pharmacists may affix "RPh" after their name
  • Pharmacists must display their Certificate of Registration prominently
  • Only pharmacists may fill, compound, and dispense prescriptions
  • Pharmacists can administer vaccines after relevant training
• What is required for pharmacists regarding the display of their Certificate of Registration?

  Must display the original copy in a prominent place
• What is the rule regarding filling and partial filling of prescriptions?

  Only pharmacists may fill prescriptions; assistants must be supervised
• What is the regulation regarding physician samples?

  Samples cannot be sold, and antimicrobials cannot be given as samples
• What must be recorded for all dispensed prescriptions?

  All dispensed prescriptions must be recorded in an appropriate system
• What training is required for pharmacists to administer adult vaccines?

  Pharmacists must complete relevant training
• What is required for membership in professional organizations for pharmacists?

  Membership in the Philippine Pharmacist Association (PPhA) is required
• What does the Enhanced Basic Education Program encompass?

  • Kindergarten: 1 year for children at least five years old
  • Elementary: 6 years starting at age six
  • Secondary: 4 years of junior high and 2 years of senior high