Understanding the Standards: Continuing Competence (CC) Part Two
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
Paramedic Association of Canada experiences Privacy Breach
The Alberta College of Paramedics (College) has been made aware that the Paramedic Association of Canada (PAC) experienced a privacy breach on January 11, 2024. The breach consisted of information from 2018 including regulated members’ registration number, first name, last name, address, phone number and email information. We have been in contact with PAC since being notified of thisRead More
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 &Read More
2022/2023 Annual Report and Financials now available online
The College’s Annual Report for the 2022/2023 membership year is now available on our website. The College continues on its goal of fiscal responsibility and we are happy to report that most departments saw a decline in expenses in 2022/2023. The Annual Report is presented online using a virtual interactive Flipbook. Click here to access the 2022/2023 Annual Report. Read More
President’s Message: Happy Holidays!
It’s that time of year again and I hope that many of you found this year better than the last. It is bittersweet to be writing this message as it will be my last holiday message as your Council President. When I sat down to put pen to paper, I was hoping to come up with an uplifting andRead More
Develop Your Skills and Understanding on Dementia Care
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 dementia care that can also be used towards continuing education credits. Executive Links Differentiating Dementias (6 credits) Pharmacological Management of Dementia (6 credits) Non-Pharmacological Management of Dementia (6 credits) Vector SolutionsRead More
Meet the New Deputy Registrar, Rhea Bell, ACP
In September, the College shared that it would be recruiting for a new position of Deputy Registrar to work closely with the Registrar and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders to ensure the effective regulation of the paramedic profession in Alberta. The College is pleased to introduce the new Deputy Registrar, Rhea Bell. She will be starting inRead More
Understanding the Standards: Continuing Competence (CC) Program
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 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 toRead More
Registrar’s Message – Welcome to the 2023/2024 registration year
Hello again everyone and welcome to the 2023/2024 registration year! I want to extend a sincere thank you to those who renewed their practice permit this year prior to 4 pm on September 30. Once again, the number of late fees issued this year is lower than the previous year, a trend that we all would like to seeRead More
EMS Standing Committee
Updated December 8, 2023. The Alberta College of Paramedics is pleased to be joining the new EMS standing committee which will be used to inform the Minister of Health of ongoing evaluations of the EMS system and provide recommendations. As the College, we have a unique vantage point where we can provide valuable insight on the EMS system andRead More
Volunteers Wanted for Alberta Paramedic Memorial Committee
Shared on behalf of the EMS Foundation The EMS Foundation in collaboration with its many partners has secured a site on the grounds of the Alberta Legislature for the creation of an EMS Memorial dedication similar to the memorials for police officers and firefighter’s. The EMS Foundation is looking for volunteers to join a committee that will be inRead More
Understanding the Standards: Protected Professional Designation and Titles, and Endorsements
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 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 toRead More