Social Work Marks 100% Passing Rate, Tops Sept 2026 SWLE

Social Work Department Achieves Perfect Passing Rate

Ateneo de Davao School of Arts and Sciences, through its Department of Social Work, produced 18 new licensed social workers after achieving a perfect passing rate in the September 2026 Social Workers Licensure Examination (SWLE).

According to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) results, all ADDU examinees passed the licensure exam, giving the university a 100% passing rate against the national passing rate of 76.27% for the same exam period. The university ranked first among schools and universities in the 10-50-examinee category nationwide.

Ateneo de Davao’s new Registered Social Workers are Usha Red J. Aportadera, Chloe Denise B. Cabarde, April Dana S. Cadunan, Feelheart Jude O. Caluya, Aises M. Carillo, Jillkiah Nicole D. Compra, Ashley Micole T. Dealo, Christian Gregory B. Dujali, Geal C. Jain, Bryan Justin Val A. Jorda, Darmin B. Lais, Rommy John G. Landas, Khalil Nazer J. Lim, Jocaira Sofia C. Manan, Iris S. Orellano, Alaiza Janna S. Pellano, Erin Mateo A. Roque, and Krizia Juliana H. Villanueva.

About the SWLE and What’s Next for the New Social Workers

The SWLE is administered nationwide by the PRC to certify graduates seeking to practice as professional social workers in the Philippines. The results reflect the leadership of School of Arts and Sciences Dean Dr. Nelly Z. Limbadan and Department of Social Work Chairperson Dr. Leah Mae Jabilles-Evasco, as well as the continued efforts of the department’s faculty, staff, and students.

The newly registered social workers are expected to take their oath before the licensing board as part of the standard licensure process for new professionals, with the details to be announced by the PRC soon.