PNU scores ISO 9001:2015 recertification status

Philippine Normal University received SO 9001:2015 recertified status for its quality management system during the closing program held on November 15, 2024, according to PNU President Bert Tuga.

“PNU underwent a two-day audit process examining the institution’s continued compliance with global standards,” Tuga said.

During the audit process facilitated by W3 Solutionz PH, auditors Arlene Castillo and Catherine Sigua highlighted some positive points and best practices implemented by PNU, some of which are unique to the university.

Known aspects included streamlined management, particularly in the library, a comprehensive security plan, and digitized inventory and tracking of materials.

PNU’s recent success in receiving the Philippine Quality Award for Competency in Quality Management has also strengthened PNU’s desire to seek recertification.

PNU’s role in developing and implementing the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers also received high marks from the auditors.

Tuga confirmed PNU’s commitment to improving its systems and maintaining best practices.

He said the community is committed to improving its QMS by taking into account valuable information from the perspective of external partners such as ISO auditors.

He also promised to work on immediately resolving the minor deficiency to formalize recertification of PNU.

PNU is a public coeducational teacher education and research university founded in 1901 for the teaching science education of Filipinos.

The university has campuses in Manila, Northern Luzon, Southern Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.

In addition to the powers and functions specified in its charter, PNU is also tasked with conducting research, creating and developing a database of educational policies, and providing technical support to the Ministry of Education and the Higher Education Commission, as well as assisting in educational policies. The Congress of the Philippines in the design and analysis of programs, projects, and bills regarding teacher education, teacher education, continuing professional education of teachers and academic supervisors, teacher education curricula, and other issues affecting teachers.