Which governing body is responsible for the examination of Medical Technology professionals?

The Medical Technology Board is the governing body specifically tasked with overseeing the examination of Medical Technology professionals. According to the Republic Act 5527, the Board’s main responsibilities include developing and administering the licensure examinations for Medical Technologists, ensuring that candidates meet the necessary qualifications, and maintaining the standards of the practice. The Board also plays a crucial role in setting policies that guide the practice of medical technology in the Philippines, including the evaluation process of examination results and the issuance of licenses to successful examinees.

The other entities mentioned, such as the Department of Health, Commission on Higher Education, and Department of Education, may have overlapping interests or roles in healthcare education and regulation, but they are not directly involved in the licensure examination process for Medical Technology professionals. The Department of Health oversees public health policies; the Commission on Higher Education focuses on higher education institutions' governance; and the Department of Education is primarily concerned with basic education standards. Thus, the Medical Technology Board is uniquely positioned to fulfill these specific responsibilities related to licensure examinations.