WHAT IS AN AMO SEMINAR?

The AMO Seminar is a two(2)-day seminar that is intended to equip the contractor/applicant with the basic knowledge on construction safety, building and lien laws, taxation, labor and other relevant laws, and the basic principles of the construction business.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
  • The proprietor in an application for a new license
  • Any person nominated as Authorized Managing Officer (AMO) in an application for new license of a partnership or corporation
  • Any person designated to replace the Authorized Managing Officer (AMO) of a PCAB licensed contractor (application to be filed: Change in AMO or CAMO)
WHO CONDUCTS THE AMO SEMINAR?

The seminar is conducted by Construction Manpower Development Foundation (CMDF) and hosted by accredited contractors association/professional organizations

HOW OFTEN AND WHERE ARE THE AMO SEMINARS HELD?

Seminars are held every month and the venues are distributed (Luzon, Vizayas and Mindanao) so that those in the provinces will have equal access. Leaflets on the annual schedule are available at the Public Assistance Desk and may be viewed at the Events page.

HOW MUCH DOES THE REGISTRATION FOR AMO COST?

Ranges from Php 3,500 to Php 5,500

HOW SOON ARE THE RESULTS OF THE EXAMINATION RELEASED?
  • Five (5) working days from the time the test questionnaire is received by PCAB
  • Results (passers only) are posted at this link
WHEN AND WHERE IS THE AMO EXAMINATION ADMINISTERED?
  • It is administered at the close of each AMO Seminar
  • Examination may also be taken at the PCAB Office on Fridays from 9:00 am – 11:00 am (Note: Schedule applicable also for re-takers)
  • With prior authorization by PCAB, DTI Regional/Provincial Office may administer the exam