The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has officially released the results of the April 2025 Midwife Licensure Examination (MLE), marking a significant milestone for aspiring midwives across the Philippines. Conducted on April 14 and 15, 2025, the examination saw 3,444 candidates striving to join the ranks of licensed midwives. Out of these, 1,975 examinees successfully passed, achieving a national passing rate of 57.35%.
๐ Topnotchers: Celebrating Excellence
The PRC recognized the top examinees who achieved the highest scores in the April 2025 MLE. These individuals exemplify dedication and proficiency in midwifery.โ
- Rona Marie Villaflor Ramos – Bataan Peninsula State University – Main Campus – 92.60%
- Gabriel Antonio Berces – Ago Medical & Educational Center – Bicol Christian College of Medicine – 92.55%
Niecel Marie Escobido Dotimas – Integrated Midwives Association of the Philippines Foundation – 92.55% - Mae Amanda Simongo Apioten – University of the Philippines – School of Health and Sciences – Leyte – 92.40%
- Arian Rosales Villaganes – Bataan Peninsula State University – Main Campus – 92.25%
- Shiela Jane Verzosa Doles – University of Northern Philippines – Vigan – 92.15%
See the full list of topnotchers here: April 2025 Licensure Exam for Midwives Topnotchers
See the full list of passers here: April 2025 Licensure Exam for Midwives List of Passers
๐ซ Top Performing Schools: Institutions of Distinction
The PRC also released the list of top-performing schools based on their graduates’ performance in the April 2025 MLE. Institutions with at least 30 examinees and an overall passing rate of 80% or higher were recognized.โ

See the list of every school’s performance for April 2025 Licensure exam for Midwives in alphabetical order as per R.A. 8981, otherwise known as PRC Modernization Act of 2000 Section 7 (m) or โto monitor the performance of schools in licensure examinations and publish results thereof in a newspaper of national circulation.โ
Performance of Schools for April 2025 Licensure Exam for Midwives
๐ Next Steps for Successful Examinees
Registration and Oath-Taking:
- Successful candidates are advised to register online via the PRC’s official website for the issuance of their Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration.
- Details regarding the oath-taking ceremony will be announced by the PRC.โ
Career Opportunities:
- Licensed midwives can explore opportunities in hospitals, clinics, community health centers, and other healthcare settings, playing a crucial role in maternal and child health.โ
๐ฌ A Message to All Examinees
To those who passed, congratulations on your achievement and the beginning of your journey in providing essential healthcare services. For those who did not make it this time, remember that perseverance is key. Use this experience as a stepping stone towards future success.โ
For more detailed information on the results, topnotchers, and school performance, please visit the PRC’s official website.