More strict nursing entrance exams eyed Philippine Star 4/23/09

CEBU, Philippines – The Association of Deans of the Philippine Colleges of Nursing-Cebu Chapter is asking nursing schools to be more strict in the screening of their students who want to take the course. This, according to them, is one way of uplifting the quality of nursing education in the country, specifically here in Cebu.
The English proficiency is said to be very important in their profession since excellent communication skills is a must in dealing with people, most especially English-speaking patients and or clients. The attitude exam would determine if they have the right amount of patience needed in their job.