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 friends and family. Challenge coin orders continue to come in, as does encouraging, positive feedback for this new initiative. When we dreamt up these anniversary designs,Read 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 CE vs. SD activities Supporting documentation What is considered ‘relevant to your practice’? CC Audits Today, we will be going over the process for obtaining aRead 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 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 membersRead 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, we had 8,638 registered members, which is the highest we’ve seen in years. In the past 6 years, attrition continues to be outpaced by new registrants,Read More
Develop Your Skills and Understanding with Free Courses
*Updated on October 31, 2025 The Continuing Competence program is an opportunity for members to develop their professional practice in areas of personal interest and growth. Linked here is a thorough list of approved Continuing Education courses and a brief bio about them including how many credits each course is worth. You can view the previous Continuing Competence articles:Read 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
Launching the Updated Learning Management System (LMS)
The College is excited to announce the launch of our updated Learning Management System (LMS). Members can now access the LMS directly from the College website, as well as under “Learning Modules” through their member portal. The same login information can be used for both modes of access. The LMS was introduced one year ago, in October 2024, toRead More
President’s Message – Welcome to 2025/2026 Membership Year
G'day, I would like to begin this message by expressing my appreciation to Adam, our former president. I have said this to him directly, but I would like to acknowledge in a public forum the dedication and commitment to the council that Adam provided. He exemplifies what it means to be a professional, and his impact will extend beyond hisRead More
Registration Updates: Following COPR’s Lead
On July 2, 2025, Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR) implemented a new administrative policy which redefined candidate eligibility. Under COPR’s new policy, candidates are limited to three attempts to write the COPR exam, all of which must fall within one year of their paramedicine education program completion. If a candidate exceeds three attempts, or their one-year deadline, theyRead More
Understanding the Standards: Patient Record Management and Retention
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
CEO Message – Looking Back on a Productive Summer
Hello, everyone. I hope you have all had an enjoyable summer. With fall right around the corner, our team has much to look back on from these past few months, and much to look forward to. To celebrate the College’s 25th anniversary of officially becoming a regulatory college, we have launched a unique challenge coin for purchase through ourRead More
Renewal Requirements While on Leave
Renewal is quickly approaching, and each member has requirements they must meet to successfully complete the renewal process. Every year, members reach out with questions about what to do if they are on leave from the profession. Most renewal requirements still apply to all members, even while on leave. This includes completing the renewal application and payment prior toRead More