DEBESMSCAT Undergoes CHED Evaluation for Graduate School Programs

September 2, 2025 – The Dr. Emilio B. Espinosa, Sr. Memorial State College of Agriculture and Technology (DEBESMSCAT) underwent a Joint Hybrid Evaluation Visit conducted by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Regional Office V and the Office of Programs and Standards Development (OPSD) at the College Board Room.

The evaluation covered DEBESMSCAT’s graduate school programs, including the Master of Arts in Education with majors in English Language Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education, and Administration and Supervision, as well as the Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (EdDEL). The visit formed part of the institution’s application for the issuance of a Certificate of Program Compliance (COPC) under CHED Memorandum Order (CMO) No. 15, series of 2019.

Representing CHED Regional Office V were Dr. Sharie A. Bailon, CHED Education Supervisor, and Dr. Jake M. Laguador, member of the Regional Quality Assessment Team (RQAT).

Also present via online teleconferencing were OPSD representatives Ms. Ma. Kripper Valmonte and Ms. Pamela Llamado, together with members of the CHED Technical Panel including Dr. Ma. Nympha B. Joaquin and Dr. Derren N. Gaylo for Secondary Education; Dr. Regidor G. Gaboy and Dr. Allen U. Bautista for Technical, Vocational, and Alternative Education; and Dr. Ramir S. Austria for Graduate Teacher Education.

The team assessed the programs’ compliance with CHED standards on curriculum, faculty qualifications, facilities, student support, and other requirements under CMO 15 s. 2019. 

Following the evaluation, an exit conference was conducted where the team presented its findings, remarks, and recommendations for compliance.

Securing the COPC for its graduate programs is a vital step in expanding opportunities for Masbateños to pursue advanced degrees and in ensuring access to quality education. The initiative also forms part of the institution’s continuing efforts toward achieving its long-aspired University Status.