President’s Message: Positive Announcement and Saying Goodbye
It’s hard to put into words what the last six years on Council have meant to me. It has been very rewarding, and I have learned so much from all of you. I have made no bones about the reasons that I ran for election in 2018. I was frustrated with a lack of transparency and no clear processRead More
COPR EMR Subject Matter Expert Recruitment
The Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR) is seeking experienced Emergency Medical Responder subject experts (EMR SMEs) to support examination development and maintenance as contracted providers. COPR examination contracted providers are instrumental in developing, reviewing, and maintaining the COPR examination banks. This is a remunerated, contract model, whereby SMEs commit to creating a designated number of new items perRead More
Develop Your Skills and Understanding on Occupational Health and Safety
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 OH&S that can also be used towards continuing education credits. 24/7 EMS Back Injury Prevention for EMS (3 credits) Lifting & Moving (3 credits) Respiratory Protection for Emergency Responders (3 credits)Read More
Understanding the Standards: Professional Boundaries
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: CE vs SD activities
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. Over the coming months leading up to renewal, we will be addressing areas of the CC program to help members better understand how it works and what is required. Last month, weRead More
Registrar Message: Audit and Education Updates
I would like to start this month’s message by providing an update on the Continuing Competence and Professional Liability Insurance audits. I want to give a big round of applause to those who were selected for the CC audit this year. We audited 546 records and had a 93% success rate! This is a fantastic outcome, and I hopeRead More
Understanding the Standards: Human Health Research
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: the CC program basics
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. Over the coming months leading up to renewal, we will be addressing areas of the CC program to help members better understand how it works and what is required. Today, we areRead More
Looking for Continuing Competence activity options that are free and online? Part Two
(Originally published on April 25, 2023. Republished on August 29, 2023.) The Continuing Competence program is an opportunity for members to develop their professional practice in areas of personal interest and growth. Updated list - Free Online CE Options (April 2, 2024) Below is a compiled list focusing on free and online courses that can also be used towardsRead More
CEO Message: Upcoming Events and Council Recruitment
Hi everyone, I hope the beginning of 2024 has treated you well. It looks like spring is right around the corner and with that comes some exciting things. The Annual Members’ Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 22 at 1 pm. Viewers will get to hear from Council President, Travis Lanoway; Registrar, Tim Ford; and myself. We will alsoRead More
Understanding the Standards: Privacy and Confidentiality
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
Alberta EMR wins COPR’s 2023 EMR Award of Excellence
The Alberta College of Paramedics would like to extend a congratulations to Erica Haggart, EMR for receiving the COPR’s 2023 EMR Award of Excellence. Erica scored the highest mark on the COPR EMR exam in 2023. Below is the press release from COPR and Erica’s full bio, along with the other recipients, can be found here. Read More