Applicants
- Approved Programs
  
  Paramedicine education programs must meet the standards and teach to the requirements set by the College.
- Continuing Education
  
  To be considered continuing education, program and course providers must be approved by the College.
- Applicant Types
  
  There are three types of applications you can fill out to become registered or change your registration status.
- Registering
  
  Practitioners must be registered in either the General or Provisional registers.
- Registration Fees & Requirements
  
  Practitioners must fulfill the registration requirements to hold an active practice permit.
- Return to Practice
  
  Return to Practice is for former members who want to reinstate their practice permits.
Complaints & Conduct
- Reporting a Complaint
  
  To report a complaint, access the Public/Patient and/or Employer’s Complaint forms.
- Sexual Abuse & Misconduct Complaints
  
  Regulated members must maintain professional boundaries with their patients.
- Complaints Process
  
  What is involved when submitting a complaint?
- Investigation Process
  
  What happens when a complaint is referred to an investigation?
- Hearings
  
  What does the hearings process entail and dates for upcoming hearings.
- Decisions and Agreements
  
  Hearing tribunal decisions are posted online for a minimum of 5 years.
News & Resources
- The Pulse
  
  Catch up on the latest College news and Pulse stories.
- Legislative Documents
  
  The paramedicine profession, in Alberta, is regulated in accordance with the Health Professions Act, Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
- Annual Report
  
  Click here for the latest Annual Report.
- Awards
  
  The College provides a list of provincial and federal awards.
- Paramedic Services Week
  
  In recognition of EMRs and paramedics during Paramedic Services Week.
About
- About the College
  
  The College regulates all three levels of paramedicine in Alberta.
- Bylaws and Policies
  
  Bylaws establish the framework for operations and management within the College.
- Council
  
  Council are accountable for the overall governance of the College.
- Patient Safety
  
  Resources and information for the public.
- Paramedic Practice
  
  Paramedics respond when people are in distress and provide emergency care.
- Job Opportunities at the College
  
  Check here for current job opportunities.
Contact

Applicants
- Approved Programs
  
  Paramedicine education programs must meet the standards and teach to the requirements set by the College.
- Continuing Education
  
  To be considered continuing education, program and course providers must be approved by the College.
- Applicant Types
  
  There are three types of applications you can fill out to become registered or change your registration status.
- Registering
  
  Practitioners must be registered in either the General or Provisional registers.
- Registration Fees & Requirements
  
  Practitioners must fulfill the registration requirements to hold an active practice permit.
- Return to Practice
  
  Return to Practice is for former members who want to reinstate their practice permits.
Complaints & Conduct
- Reporting a Complaint
  
  To report a complaint, access the Public/Patient and/or Employer’s Complaint forms.
- Sexual Abuse & Misconduct Complaints
  
  Regulated members must maintain professional boundaries with their patients.
- Complaints Process
  
  What is involved when submitting a complaint?
- Investigation Process
  
  What happens when a complaint is referred to an investigation?
- Hearings
  
  What does the hearings process entail and dates for upcoming hearings.
- Decisions and Agreements
  
  Hearing tribunal decisions are posted online for a minimum of 5 years.
News & Resources
- The Pulse
  
  Catch up on the latest College news and Pulse stories.
- Legislative Documents
  
  The paramedicine profession, in Alberta, is regulated in accordance with the Health Professions Act, Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
- Annual Report
  
  Click here for the latest Annual Report.
- Awards
  
  The College provides a list of provincial and federal awards.
- Paramedic Services Week
  
  In recognition of EMRs and paramedics during Paramedic Services Week.
About
- About the College
  
  The College regulates all three levels of paramedicine in Alberta.
- Bylaws and Policies
  
  Bylaws establish the framework for operations and management within the College.
- Council
  
  Council are accountable for the overall governance of the College.
- Patient Safety
  
  Resources and information for the public.
- Paramedic Practice
  
  Paramedics respond when people are in distress and provide emergency care.
- Job Opportunities at the College
  
  Check here for current job opportunities.
Contact

Develop Your Skills and Understanding on Medication Administration

The Continuing Competence program is an opportunity for members to develop their professional practice in areas of personal interest and growth.

Below is a compiled list focusing on medication administration programs that can also be used towards continuing education credits.

24/7 EMS

Intraosseous Vascular Access (3 credits)
Medication Errors & Equipment Failures (3 credits)

Bow Valley College

Intramuscular & Intradermal Injections (18 credits)
Intravenous Initiation, Infusion & Medication Administration (45 credits)

CME Surfer

CME Surfer – Intraosseous Access (6 credits)

Executive Links

The Top 10 Medications to Avoid in Geriatrics (6 credits)

MacEwan University

Medication Management (45 credits)

NAIT

IV Certification Workshop for Healthcare Professionals (48 credits)
Phlebotomy (Venipuncture) Workshop for Healthcare Professionals (42 credits)

Teleflex Academy

EZ-IO T.A.L.O.N. Needle Set (3 credits)
Intraosseous Access: The Proximal Humerus Advantage (3 credits)
Key Concepts of Intraosseous (3 credits)
Midline Fundamentals (6 credits)
Vascular Access Related Complications (6 credits)
Vessel Health and Preservation (6 credits)

Vector Solutions

Medication Errors (3 credits)
Intraosseous Infusion Advanced (3 credits)
Pharmacology & Drug Administration (3 credits)
Pharmacology Advanced (6 credits)
Pharmacology Basic (3 credits)
Pharmacology Special Considerations (3 credits)
Pharmacology Special Considerations Advanced (3 credits)

Western Institute of Emergency Education

WIEE – PCP Skills Upgrade – Full Course (60 credits)
WIEE – Providing IO Infusion (6 credits)
WIEE – Admin of Parenteral Nutrition (12 credits)
WIEE – Admin of Seasonal Flu Vaccines (9 credits)

You can view the previous Continuing Competence articles:

If you have any questions about Continuing Competence, please contact CC@ABparamedics.com. If you have questions about any of the courses listed above, please contact the course provider.

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