The Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP) recently achieved a remarkable feat by attaining a 100% passing rate in the Medical Technologist Licensure Examination in the Philippines.

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) released the licensure examination results on March 14, 2023. The PRC revealed that all 36 AUP examinees successfully passed the said examination.

Among the top achievers is Jezriel James Maquinana Jacob, who scored 91.50% and finished fifth in the examination. This incredible achievement is celebrated by Jacob and his alma mater, AUP.

The Adventist University of the Philippines is one of the leading universities in the country, known for its excellent academic programs and Bible-based education. The university, through its College of Health, offers a comprehensive program in Medical Technology that aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to become competent medical technologists.

AUP’s Faculty of Health's Medical Technology program has made waves in the nation’s educational scene with a steady 100% success record in board exams from 2011–2020. This outstanding result demonstrates the program's dedication to offering high-quality education and developing highly knowledgeable, professional medical technicians.

According to the university's administration, the achievement is a testament to the institution’s quality of education and the students’ and faculty members’ hard work and dedication.

"We are extremely proud of our students and faculty for their hard work and dedication to excellence. This achievement is a testament to the quality of education that we provide at AUP," said Dr. Araceli Rosario, AUP President.

The licensure examination for medical technologists is a comprehensive test that measures a candidate's knowledge and skills in various areas of medical technology, including clinical chemistry, clinical microbiology, hematology, immunology-serology, immunohematology, histopathology, clinical microscopy, and med tech laws.

Passing the examination is a significant milestone for the examinees as it allows them to practice as registered medical technologists in the Philippines and pursue a career in the healthcare industry.

With the university's recent achievement, AUP continues to demonstrate its commitment to producing competent, compassionate healthcare professionals who will positively impact their communities and the world.

Overall, the 100% passing rate of AUP in the Medical Technologist Licensure Examination is a remarkable achievement that reflects the university's dedication to academic excellence and its mission to produce graduates who will make a positive impact on society.

The original version of this story was posted on the Southern Asia-Pacific Division website.