About COMPASS
The Digital North Star for Higher Education in Region V
"Commitment to Quality"
CHED Regional Office V and HEIs working together for a better future.
Our Mandate & Vision
COMPASS (CHED Oversight for Monitoring Program Approvals & Supervisory Support) is more than just a software platform. It represents the modernization of regulatory oversight in Bicol.
By integrating data analytics with official CHED policy workflows, we provide a transparent, objective, and efficient pathway for HEIs to launch and sustain academic programs that meet global standards.
Integrity
Unbiased evaluation based on institutional merits.
Direction
Clear guidance for academic program development.
The COMPASS Principles
Our four cardinal directions for regional education.
Network
Stronger linkages between regulatory bodies and HEIs.
Efficiency
Standardized workflows to minimize bureaucratic delays.
Well-being
Supportive supervision focusing on institutional growth.
Service
Dedicated assistance for all stakeholders in Bicol.
Service Mandates
Specific legal and operational grounds for the COMPASS platform.
Program Monitoring
Conducting regular surveillance and evaluation of academic offerings to ensure continuous compliance with CHED Memorandum Orders (CMOs).
Document Automation
Digitizing the submission process to reduce paper waste and improve the auditability of institutional applications.
Supervisory Feedback
Providing HEIs with granular notes and corrective action plans during the evaluation phase to improve program quality.