The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has made the crucial decision to postpone the nursing board examinations originally scheduled for this week in multiple testing centers across the Visayas region due to the adverse effects of Typhoon Tino.
Affected Testing Centers and New Schedule
The licensure exams for nursing will no longer proceed as planned in several key locations. The PRC has officially announced that examinations in Iloilo, Bacolod, Tacloban, and Cebu have been temporarily suspended to ensure the safety of all examinees and personnel.
According to the latest advisory, the nursing board examinations in these affected areas have been rescheduled to November 6-7, 2024. This decision comes as Typhoon Tino continues to impact sea travel and transportation routes throughout the region, making it difficult for many nursing candidates to safely reach their designated testing centers.
Safety First Approach
The PRC emphasized that the postponement was necessary to prioritize the welfare of all individuals involved. "The safety of our examinees and personnel remains our top priority," stated the commission in their official announcement. "We cannot compromise on safety when weather conditions pose significant risks to travel."
Many nursing students were scheduled to travel from various islands to reach their testing centers, with sea transportation being the primary mode of travel for numerous candidates. The inclement weather and rough sea conditions created by Typhoon Tino would have made such journeys hazardous.
What Examinees Need to Know
- New Exam Dates: November 6-7, 2024
- Affected Locations: Iloilo, Bacolod, Tacloban, and Cebu testing centers
- Original Schedule: October 2024 licensure examinations
- Reason for Postponement: Safety concerns due to Typhoon Tino
The PRC has assured all affected nursing candidates that their examination fees remain valid for the rescheduled dates. Examinees are advised to monitor official PRC channels for any additional updates or changes to the examination schedule.
Typhoon Tino's Impact on Professional Examinations
This marks another instance where severe weather conditions have disrupted important professional examinations in the Philippines. The PRC has historically been proactive in rescheduling exams when weather emergencies threaten the safety of participants, demonstrating their commitment to both examination integrity and public safety.
Nursing students affected by the postponement are encouraged to use the additional preparation time wisely while staying updated on any further announcements from the commission regarding the November examination dates.
