The Alberta College
of Paramedics
Regulating the Paramedic Profession Together in the Service of Albertans
APPROVED
PROGRAMS
Paramedicine education programs in Alberta must meet standards and teach to the requirements set by the College.
REGISTRATION
REQUIREMENTS
Practitioners must fulfill the registration requirements to hold an active practice permit.
A Regulated Health Profession
The Alberta College of Paramedics serves the interests of the public and public safety by enforcing regulations and upholding Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. As paramedics achieve higher levels of performance, proficiency and care, we gain greater ground together.
Together with practitioners, schools, employers and government, we are advancing the paramedic profession.
CEO Message – Approaching Year End
November has flown by, and we are already approaching the end of the year. As we settle into the winter months, I hope everyone gets the opportunity to bundle up and unwind with friendsRead More
Breaking Down the CC Program: CC credit adjustments while on leave
The Continuing Competence (CC) program can be an area of confusion for many members. It is always beneficial to cover some common areas of confusion for members. Previous articles: The CC program basics CERead More
Understanding the Standards: Duty to Report
Originally published on October 11, 2023. As you may already know, the Standards of Practice set out the minimum standards in the provision of paramedic services. Each regulated member is required to understand andRead More
Registrar’s Message – Renewal Recap and Fall Updates
Hello everyone, and welcome to the 2025/2026 registration year! With another renewal complete, I am encouraged to see that our number of renewed members continues to trend upwards. As of October 1, 2025, weRead More