Understanding the Standards: Quality Assurance and Improvement
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
LMS Mobile App Now Available
Accessing learning has never been easier. The College LMS is now available through a mobile app, compatible with both Apple and Android devices. The app allows you to conveniently access courses and College resources anytime, anywhere. How to get the app: Search “Alberta College of Paramedics” in the App Store or Google Play to download. Once downloaded, you canRead More
New Documentation Guideline now Available
The Alberta College of Paramedics has released a new Documentation Guideline, outlining clear expectations for patient care documentation. High-quality documentation is more than a record of care, it is a professional, clinical and legal obligation. The guideline provides practical direction to support regulated members in meeting these responsibilities with confidence and consistency. Within the guideline, you will find guidanceRead More
2024/2025 Annual Report and Financials now available online
The College’s Annual Report for the 2024/2025 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 2024/2025. The Annual Report is presented online using a virtual interactive Flipbook. Click here to access the 2024/2025 Annual Report.Read More
President’s Message – Happy Holidays
G’day and Seasons Greetings! As we approach the end of the calendar year, I wanted to provide a few updates on where the College stands regarding governance, education and the ever-shifting landscape of healthcare in our province. A natural part of a healthy Council is the rotation of voices around the table; this change brings new perspectives and ensuresRead More
Introductions to New Council Members
On behalf of Council, the College is pleased to welcome Chris De Vries, ACP, and Joshua Brown, ACP, as our two new regulated Council members. So much of what occurs on Council happens quietly behind the scenes, so we appreciate any opportunity to give members a glimpse at the real people at the table, working hard to progress changeRead More
Understanding the Standards: Patient Health Record Access and Content
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 – 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