170 Graduates Pledged, UNISA Yogyakarta’s Faculty of Health Affirms Professional Health Workers

The Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKes) of Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta once again inaugurated health professionals through a Professional Oath procession at the Convention Hall of the Walidah Dahlan Mosque, UNISA Yogyakarta on Thursday (17/4/2025). This moment marks the graduates’ commitment to devote their knowledge and expertise in the world of health by upholding professional ethics.

A total of 170 graduates participated in the professional oath procession which included Physiotherapists, Nurses, and Medical Laboratory Technology Workers. The event was also broadcast live on UNISA Yogyakarta’s official YouTube channel.

In his report, the Dean of FIKes UNISA Yogyakarta, Dr. Dewi Rokhanawati, MPH, said that all oath participants had completed the academic process and national competency test (UKOM) with proud achievements. The details are 162 graduates from the Physiotherapist Profession, 4 from the Nursing Profession, and 4 from the Medical Laboratory Technology D4 Program.

“Alhamdulillah, the average achievement of the National UKOM reached 92.76%, with the Physiotherapist and Nursing Profession obtaining 100% graduation, and Medical Laboratory Technology reaching 86%,” explained Dewi.

Not only that, the graduates also recorded outstanding academic achievements. The highest GPA at the professional level reached 4.00, while at the D4 level it reached 3.73. Most of the physiotherapy graduates (159 people) obtained the title of graduation with honors (cum laude), as well as all graduates of the Nursing Profession.

The Rector of UNISA Yogyakarta, Dr. Warsiti, S.Kp., M.Kep., Sp.Mat., in her speech emphasized the importance of integrity and noble character in the health profession. “UNISA graduates must uphold professional ethics. The knowledge you gain must be accompanied by moral and spiritual responsibility,” said Warsiti.

Warsiti also informed that starting this year, UNISA opens opportunities for graduates to broaden their horizons and seek work experience abroad. “We hope that this will be good news for our graduates, and of course the support of parents is expected so that your beloved children can develop themselves globally,” she said.

Responding to the rampant cases of professional ethics violations that have gone viral in the community, the Rector expressed his concern. “We must learn from these cases. The slightest carelessness by health workers can have a big impact and reduce public trust. We hope that UNISA graduates will always maintain morals, ethics, and professionalism in their duties,” he said.

This moment was a source of pride for the parents and families of the graduates who were present to witness the professional oath procession. FIKes UNISA Yogyakarta affirms its commitment to continue producing health workers who are superior, ethical, and contribute significantly to national and global health development.

The event was also attended by university leaders, clergy, representatives of professional organizations, as well as hospital partners and health service institutions. The procession took place solemnly and was closed with prayers and expressions of gratitude.