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Under Alberta’s Health Professions Act [pdf], Health Professions Restricted Activity Regulation [pdf], and Physicians, Surgeons, Osteopaths and Physician Assistants Profession Regulation [pdf], registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) is mandatory to practice as a physician assistant. Only registered members may provide restricted activities specified in the Regulations, under the supervision of a physician. This includes those who: Meet identified competency requirements and provide professional services directly to the public Teach the practice of the profession to members or students of the profession Supervise registered members of the profession who provide professional services to the public Use the title physician assistant or the initials PA
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Certifications in Alberta
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Physician Assistant

Physician assistants practice under the supervision of a physician. They assess the physical, mental, and psychosocial condition of individuals to establish a diagnosis. They assist individuals to make informed choices about medical and surgical treatments. They treat physical, mental, and psychosocial conditions. They promote wellness, injury avoidance, disease prevention, and cures through research and education. They also engage in research, education, and administration with respect to health.

Contact

College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)
Suite 2700
10020 - 100th Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0N3
Canada

Call: 780-423-4764
Toll-free: 1-800-561-3899
Fax: 780-420-0651
Website: cpsa.ca

Legislation

Under Alberta’s Health Professions Act [pdf], Health Professions Restricted Activity Regulation [pdf], and Physicians, Surgeons, Osteopaths and Physician Assistants Profession Regulation [pdf], registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) is mandatory to practice as a physician assistant. Only registered members may provide restricted activities specified in the Regulations, under the supervision of a physician. This includes those who:

  • Meet identified competency requirements and provide professional services directly to the public
  • Teach the practice of the profession to members or students of the profession
  • Supervise registered members of the profession who provide professional services to the public
  • Use the title physician assistant or the initials PA

What You Need

To register as a physician assistant in Alberta, you need:

You must apply for registration within 3 years of completing both requirements. For details about all registration requirements, contact the CPSA or visit the CPSA website.

Working in Alberta

Physician assistants who are registered by and in good standing with a regulatory body elsewhere in Canada may be eligible for registration in Alberta.

For more information, see What if I am already certified in another province or territory in Canada? and the CPSA website.

The certification information in this profile may change at any time and without notice. Before making any career decisions, we advise you to contact the regulatory organization or visit their website for the most updated information.

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