Manila, Philippines — October 2–3, 2025.
The University of the Cordilleras – College of Nursing (UC-CON) proudly participated in the 66th National Convention and General Assembly of the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN) held at the Fiesta Pavilion, Manila Hotel, Manila.
Representing UC-CON were Dean Judith Odanee G. Magwilang, RN, PhD, Program Chair and Quality Assurance Officer Mrs. Judith A. Layao, RN, MAN, and Level IV Coordinator Mrs. Josephine G. Minger, RN, MAN. Their participation underscores UC-CON’s unwavering commitment to advancing nursing education and maintaining excellence in academic quality and program delivery.
About the Convention
The two-day national convention carried the theme “Transforming Nursing Education: Advancing Practice, Strengthening Primary Health Care, Enriching Clinical and Community Experience.”
It brought together nursing deans, faculty, and academic leaders from across the country to discuss emerging frameworks, trends, and innovations shaping the future of nursing education in the Philippines.
Organized by the Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN), the event served as a major platform for sharing best practices, policy priorities, and digital innovations that enhance nursing curricula, community immersion, and service-learning programs. The sessions highlighted the vital role of evidence-based, competency-driven, and outcome-oriented instruction in achieving Universal Health Care (UHC) and strengthening the Philippine Primary Health Care system.
Key Learning Goals
The convention focused on:
- Examining transformative frameworks in nursing education aligned with global and national health priorities;
- Strengthening faculty development and capacity-building strategies for innovative instruction;
- Promoting digital transformation and technological integration in nursing practice and research; and
- Reinforcing collaboration among nursing institutions to advance professional standards and social accountability in health care delivery.
UC-CON’s Commitment to Educational Excellence
UC-CON’s active participation in this year’s ADPCN Convention reflects the College’s dedication to continuous quality improvement, faculty development, and alignment with national nursing education reforms.
By engaging in scholarly dialogue and sharing expertise with leaders in nursing education, UC-CON reinforces its mission to produce competent, compassionate, and globally competitive nurses who embody the principles of Universal Health Care and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — particularly:
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 4: Quality Education
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Through active involvement in professional and academic initiatives such as the ADPCN Convention, UC-CON continues to champion excellence, innovation, and collaboration in Philippine nursing education.
