PANABO CITY — Davao del Norte State College has secured the No. 1 spot nationwide for the third consecutive year in the Social Workers Licensure Examination (SWLE), with all 66 of its examinees passing the September 2026 examination.
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) reported that 8,383 of 10,991 examinees nationwide passed, for a national passing rate of 76.27%. DNSC recorded a 100% passing rate, placing the College first among performing schools nationwide with 51 or more examinees and at least an 80% passing rate.
The result extends DNSC’s three-year unbroken 100% passing record in the SWLE and marks its back-to-back-to-back national No. 1 finish.
The sustained performance reflects the College’s efforts to prepare social work graduates for professional practice, equipping them not only with technical competence but also with the values and responsibilities required in working with individuals, families, and communities.
Social workers contribute significantly to nation-building by addressing social inequalities, protecting vulnerable and marginalized sectors, strengthening families and communities, and helping people access essential services and opportunities. Their work supports communities in navigating social challenges and building greater resilience and inclusion.
