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First aid and CPR training courses are not valid when taken solely online

Courses must be offered in Canada and at least a portion must be in person to meet ACP requirements.

Privacy impact assessment review process has changed

The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Alberta has updated its process for managing privacy impact assessments.

Celebrating person-centred care!

Submissions for the Health Quality Council of Alberta’s Patient Experience Awards are now being accepted.

Fall 2024 ACP Connect: introducing the new standards

Nearly 500 registrants joined ACP in person and online.

Reminding patients of their dispensing options

When prescribing at initial access, pharmacists must advise patients that they can choose to have prescriptions dispensed at another pharmacy.

Change inspection cycle for sterile compounding pharmacies

To support better compliance with sterile compounding standards, ACP is moving to a two-year inspection cycle starting February 2025.

Automated external defibrillators – life-saving machines

AEDs in pharmacies can save lives.

Expanding her horizons as a pharmacy technician

Rebecca Wentland receives the 2024 Pharmacy Technician Achievement Award.

Refreshed Alberta Health Services Community Provider Resource Centre now live 

Resources for community pharmacy teams are now available in one online location.

Hearing notice: Michael Tweedy