๐๐๐ฃ๐ฃ๐๐ก๐๐ก๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ช | CHED RO1 conducts Internal Quality Audit in preparation for ISO 9001:2015 Certification at the 3rd Floor Conference Hall, CHED Regional Office 1, City of San Fernando, La Union on July 7, 2025

๐๐๐ฃ๐ฃ๐๐ก๐๐ก๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ช | CHED RO1 conducts Internal Quality Audit in preparation for ISO 9001:2015 Certification at the 3rd Floor Conference Hall, CHED Regional Office 1, City of San Fernando, La Union on July 7, 2025
CHED Regional Office I, in partnership with PRC Regional Office I, successfully conducted the Online Orientation on the Application Process for the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) via Zoom on July 3, 2025.
Mr. Jordan Garcia, Supervising Professional Regulations Officer, Licensure and Registration Division – Application Section of the PRC Regional Office I, served as the resource speaker and provided a comprehensive and engaging discussion on:
The launch of โWhatsAppโ โ What is Application Process? initiative by PRC RO1
The step-by-step LEPT application process via the PRC LERIS portal
Eligibility requirements under PRC Resolutions No. 51 (s. 2016) and No. 24 (s. 2022)
Common documentary issues and how to avoid delays
Specialization mapping for education and non-education graduates
With over 400 participants from 28 Teacher Education Institutions (HEIs) across Region I, the session empowered future teachers with clear and accurate guidance on the LEPT application.
Thank you to our dedicated future educators, faculty, and institutional partners for making this event a success!
With the aim to reaffirm directions and reconfigure prirorities, the CHED Regional Office 1 employees convened for the conduct of the Mid-Year Strategic Planning for FY 2025-2026, at the CHED RO1 Conference Hall, on July 3-4, 2025.
The said activity sought to recalibrate the CHED RO1โs efforts in delivering quality higher education and support broader goals of innovation, inclusivity, and global competitiveness.
Furthermore, the planning was highly anchored in the flagship framework (ACHIEVE) of CHED Chairperson Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis which aims to upskill Philippine Higher Education through Advanced Lifelong Learning, Centralized Human Capital and Talent Development Plant, Harmonized Research and Development Agenda, Integrated Data System, Expanded Internationalization Strategies, Vitalized Internal Systems, and Effective and Efficient Public Service.
Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED RO1 expressed her gratitude for the commitment and service of the personnel and discussed the ways forward for the Office during the Directorโs Hour.
“Today, I want to talk about transformationโnot just of our systems, policies, or programs, but of ourselves. Each of us has the power to shape the future of higher education in the Philippines. But to do that, we must first transform our mindsets, challenge our potentials, and embrace bold, action-driven leadership. Letโs ignite the fire within us and revolutionize the way we work, lead, and serve,โ Dr. Ferrer underscored.
Dr. Danilo B. Bose, Chief Education Program Specialist of CHED RO1 assessed the conduct of activities stated in the 2nd Quarter Performance Commitment and Accomplishment Report; Dr. Angelica shared the status of COPCs, Program Permits, and Recognitions; while Dr. Ricky Cera discussed the Projects, Programs, and Activities (PPAs) of the Office.
During the activity, attendees also reviewed the budget utilization, status of scholarship, procurement updates, eCAV implementation, and various MIS concerns and initiatives.
On the 2nd day, the participants presented their SDG-integrated and ACHIEVE-aligned outputs to the CHED RO1 top management.
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SIKAP provides opportunities for higher education institutionsโ teaching and non-teaching personnel seeking advanced studies in identified universities and colleges in the Philippines.
The application is open from July 1 to September 8, 2025.
The Commission on Higher Education Regional Office I, through its Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT), conducted an evaluation of the University of Northern Philippinesโ (UNP) application to offer the Bachelor of Culture and Arts Education (BCAED) program in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur on July 3, 2025.
Dr. Cherrel Ignacio from the Union Christian College and Ms. Fe Ibalio of Mariano Marcos State University composed the team.
Guided by the provisions of CHED Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 18, series of 2017, which outlines the Policies, Standards, and Guidelines for the BCAED program, the team assessed the institutionโs compliance in key areas, including faculty, administration, library, curriculum, and facilities.
UNP officials, led by Dr. Erwin F. Cadorna, welcomed the evaluators and provided support throughout the process.
Currently, only five higher education institutions in the region offer the BCAED program.
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Mark your calendars!
Join our Online Orientation on the Application Process for the Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) โ your first step to becoming a licensed teacher!
In cooperation with the Professional Regulation Commission โ Regional Office 1
July 3, 2025 | 2:00 โ 4:00 PM
Register now: https://tinyurl.com/LETPorientation
Donโt miss this chance to get expert guidance and clear your path toward a professional teaching career. Tag your classmates and blockmates!
The CHED Regional Office 1 joins and supports the celebration of the 51st Nutrition Month, promoting nutrition education and wellness for healthier campuses and communities.
CHED RO1 supports the campaign for collective action to ensure every Filipino has consistent access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food.
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๐๐๐ฃ๐ฃ๐๐ก๐๐ก๐ ๐ก๐ข๐ช | Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED Regional Office 1, awards the Certificates of Program Compliance to Pangasinan Polytechnic College for the offering of the Bachelor of Special Needs Education, Bachelor of Public Administration, Bachelor of Multimedia Arts, and Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness programs, during the inauguration of Hon. Ramon V. Guico III as Governor of the Province of Pangasinan, at Sison Auditorium, Lingayen, Pangasinan on June 30, 2025.
Mr. Ronald P. Soriano of Pangasinan State University (PSU) Asingan Campus ranked 10th in the June 2025 Special Professional Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LEPT) – Secondary.
Mr. Soriano garnered an 86.80% passing rate in the said board examination.
The CHED Regional Office 1 family extends its warmest congratulations to the successful passers. May their achievements inspire future board takers!
Staff from the Commission on Higher Education Regional Office I (CHED ROI) participated in the Midyear Assembly and Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF) Training-Workshop and Validation, at SureStay Studio by Best Western Clarkview, Clark City, Pampanga, on June 17 to 19, 2025.
Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV; Engr. Angelica Q. Dolores, Supervising Education Program Specialist; and Ms. Dianne Joyce B. Montemayor, Administrative Officer IIIโmembers of the CHED Regional Office I Gender and Development (GAD) Focal Point Systemโrepresented the office during the said event.
The three-day event brought together GAD focal persons from various CHED regional offices to assess mid-year accomplishments, enhance understanding of GMEF implementation, and validate regional efforts.
Resource persons from the Philippine Commission on Women, GAD Specialists Ms. April L. Mariano and Ms. Mildred L. Corral, led the validation process.
The activity opened with a welcome message from CHED Regional Office III Director IV, Dr. Lora Yusi. This was followed by an inspirational message from Dr. Christine Nabor-Ferrer, Director IV of CHED ROI and CHED GAD Committee Vice-Chair.
The assembly focused on refining GAD strategies, setting performance benchmarks, and reinforcing CHEDโs commitment to gender-responsive governance in higher education.
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