CHED validates the MAN program of Institute of Graduate Studies
The CHED Technical Panel for Nursing, Technical Evaluator for Nursing, and Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) conducted onsite validation at Gordon College, Institute of Graduate Studies, last May 29-30, 2025.
The Gordon College welcomed evaluators from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED)โRegional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT) for an on-site validation aimed at securing a Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC) for the Master of Arts in Nursing (MAN) program.
Program Chair for MAN, Dr. Victor C. Quimen Jr., introduced the CHED-RQAT evaluators: Dr. Maria Martina Geraldine Dimalibot, Dr. Al D. Biag, Dr. Mary Ann Gienette D. Medina, and Ms. Niรฑa Jessa Angeli Palaganas.
The evaluators conducted thorough assessments of program administration, faculty credentials, curriculum, student services, facilities, and resources. Their findings and recommendations, discussed in a post-evaluation conference, will guide Gordon College, Institute of Graduate Studies continuing efforts to enhance academic quality.
Preparations were led by Dr. Imelda DP. Soriano, Dean of the Institute of Graduate Studies; Dr. Darwin P. Paguio, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Narcisa R. Figuerres, Assistant Dean of the Institute of Graduate Studies; and Dr. Victor C. Quimen Jr. Program Chair for MAN, Ms. Joan Joy A. De Vera; Executive Assistant of the Institute of Graduate Studies, Ms. Diana Grace M. Vallar; Executive Assistant of the Academic Affairs Office; and strong support from other college officials and faculty.
Gordon College, Institute of Graduate Studies, conveyed its sincere gratitude to the CHED-RQAT team for their invaluable insights and steadfast support, recognizing the visit as a major step in the institutionโs ongoing journey toward academic excellence.
