Registrar’s Message: Continuing Education and Curriculum Updates
Hello everyone! Time sure is flying as we are already two months into the 2024/2025 registration year and the end of the calendar year is quickly approaching. I hope over this next month you get some time to relax and enjoy the holiday season with loved ones. I’m happy to share some exciting regulatory updates with you today. InRead More
Member Card Update
Recently, we have received questions about when the 2024/2025 member cards will arrive for those who have requested them. We had anticipated that these cards would all be delivered by mid to late November. Unfortunately, due to the Canada Post strike, the member cards are currently tied up in the mail and we do not have an exact dateRead More
Understanding the Standards: Prohibited Medical Procedures
As you may know, the Standards of Practice set out the minimum standards in paramedic services. Each regulated member is required to understand and comply with these Standards, but how does this translate in the day-to-day work of EMRs, PCPs and ACPS? In an effort to help regulated members understand and apply the Standards to real life situations, weRead More
2023/2024 CC Audit Begins Today, November 5, 2024
Every profession regulated under the Health Professions Act (HPA) is required to maintain currency in their practice, as well as enhance and expand their knowledge and skills through a Continuing Competence (CC) program. A key component to the Continuing Competence program is the mandatory CC audit. The CC audit is an assessment of selected regulated member’s competence activities recorded on theirRead More
CEO Message: Renewal Recap and Learning Management System
Welcome to the 2024/2025 registration year! We kicked off the new year with 8,491 members, which is roughly 200 more than last year. Thank you to everyone who completed their application on time. This was another successful renewal period with minimal problems/concerns arising. Alinity continues to provide a smooth renewal process for all members, and we are encountering fewerRead More
The Importance of Professional Liability Insurance
Every regulated healthcare practitioner in Alberta must carry their own professional liability insurance – and paramedics are no different. As the regulator, we are always reminding members to update their policies each year, but we don’t often talk about why liability insurance is so important. Personal professional liability insurance provides a safety net, covering legal fees and potential damagesRead More
Recognizing exemplary service in EMS
Shared on behalf of the Alberta Awards EMS Committee. Nominate a peer for the EMS Exemplary Service Medal The Alberta EMS Awards Committee receives nominations for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Exemplary Service Medal. The EMS Exemplary Service Medal is a federal medal created by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. It is administered by the Governor General of CanadaRead More
Understanding the Standards: Defining Restriction
As you may know, the Standards of Practice set out the minimum standards in paramedic services. Each regulated member is required to understand and comply with these Standards, but how does this translate in the day-to-day work of EMRs, PCPs, and ACPS? In an effort to help regulated members understand and apply the Standards to real life situations, weRead More
President’s Message: Stepping into the role of President and welcoming our newest member
I would like to begin this message by expressing my deep gratitude and appreciation to be stepping into the role of Council President. I do not take this role lightly and hope to lead Council and this profession with the integrity, strength and perseverance I see in each and every one of you. I would like to extend anRead More
Understanding the Standards: Conscientious Objection
As you may know, the Standards of Practice set out the minimum standards in paramedic services. Each regulated member is required to understand and comply with these Standards, but how does this translate in the day-to-day work of EMRs, PCPs, and ACPS? In an effort to help regulated members understand and apply the Standards to real life situations, weRead More
Breaking Down the Continuing Competence Program: CC Audits
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 CE vs. SD activities Supporting documentation What is considered ‘relevant to your practice’? Today, we will be going over the Continuing Competence Audits. A key componentRead More
Deputy Registrar Message: Renewal Update
First off, I would like to say I’m thrilled to get to put out my first Deputy Registrar message and share a few minutes with all of you. Since I started in April, it has been a large learning curve but one I’ve enjoyed thoroughly. There are a lot of great things happening behind the scenes which I’m excitedRead More