The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced on Friday, Dec. 13, that 68,900 examinees passed the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) conducted last September.
The PRC and the Board for Professional Teachers (BPT) reported that 20,025 elementary teachers out of 44,002 examinees (45.51 percent) and 48,875 secondary teachers out of 85,926 examinees (56.88 percent) successfully passed the LEPT, held on Sept. 29 in 40 testing centers across the Philippines and Thailand.
It was further noted that among the 20,025 elementary teacher passers, 16,340 were first-time takers, while 3,685 were repeaters.
For the secondary level, 41,190 of the passers were first-timers, and 7,685 were repeaters.
The Board for Professional Teachers is composed of Dr. Rosita L. Navarro as Chairman; Dr. Paz I. Lucido as Vice Chairman; and Dr. Paraluman R. Giron and Dr. Nora M. Uy as Members.
The PRC said that it will announce the dates and venues for the oathtaking ceremonies of the successful examinees at a later date.
Thousands Pass Licensure Examination for professional Teachers
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The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) recently announced promising results for the September Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT), a key step towards becoming a certified educator in the Philippines. This interview delves into the details of the exam’s outcome and its significance for aspiring teachers.
A Look at the results
Senior Editor: dr. Ulysses de la Cruz,thank you for joining us today. Can you provide our readers with an overview of the recent Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers results?
Dr. Ulysses de la Cruz: Certainly. The PRC announced that a commendable 68,900 examinees successfully passed the LEPT held last September. This is a notable achievement for these individuals, marking a significant step toward their chosen profession.
Elementary and Secondary Pass Rates
Senior Editor: could you elaborate on the pass rates for both elementary and secondary education?
Dr. Ulysses de la Cruz: Of course. For elementary education, 20,025 out of 44,002 hopefuls passed, representing a pass rate of 45.51 percent. In the secondary education category,48,875 out of 85,926 candidates succeeded,resulting in a pass rate of 56.88 percent.These figures highlight the dedication and preparedness of a significant portion of our aspiring teachers.
First-Timers Versus Repeaters
senior Editor: The results also differentiated between first-time examinees and those who retook the test. can you shed some light on these distinctions?
Dr. Ulysses de la Cruz: Absolutely. Among the elementary teacher passers, 16,340 were first-time takers, while 3,685 were repeat examinees. For secondary education, 41,190 were first-timers, and 7,685 were repeaters. These numbers demonstrate the commitment of both groups to achieve their goal of becoming licensed educators.
Upcoming Oathtaking Ceremonies
Senior Editor: What’s next for the accomplished candidates?
Dr.Ulysses de la Cruz: The PRC will soon announce the dates and locations for the oathtaking ceremonies, a formal step where new teachers officially pledge to uphold the ethical standards of the profession. This ceremony will mark the culmination of their hard work and dedication.
Conclusion
The Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers plays a vital role in ensuring the quality of education in the Philippines. The recent results show a promising trend, with a notable number of individuals successfully meeting the rigorous requirements to become licensed educators.We extend our congratulations to all the passers and wish them the best in their future teaching endeavors.
