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College of Health and Care Professionals of BC
The College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) regulates nine health professions in BC: registered audiologists, dietitians, hearing instrument practitioners, occupational therapists, opticians, optometrists, physical therapists, psychologists, and speech-language pathologists. CHCPBC protects the public by ensuring that these health professionals have the competencies needed to practise and that they adhere to the standards needed for safe and ethical care.
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Non-Prescribed/Over-the-Counter hearing aids and Apple AirPods’ hearing health features
CHCPBC has compiled an overview of information about Non-Prescribed Hearing Aids (NPHAs). The overview includes information that Registered Hearing Instrument Practitioners and Registered Audiologists can provide to clients or members of the public if asked about access to Apple AirPods’ hearing health features.
NBEO Exam no longer accepted for optometry licensure in BC
Following a review by the CHCPBC Registration Committee, the College will no longer accept NBEO Exam results for the purpose of obtaining licensure to practise optometry in the province of British Columbia.
Questions and answers about proposed amendments to CHCPBC Bylaws: Alignment of renewal cycles
CHCPBC has compiled questions and answers about proposed amendments to CHCPBC Bylaws to align renewal cycles for registration, certification, and health profession corporations to March 31, across all nine professions regulated by CHCPBC.
Registrant Newsletter: February 2025
The February 2025 Registrant Newsletter includes a message from Registrar and CEO Dianne Millette on practice support, information on the March 31 renewal deadline for five professions, a link to audited financial statements for legacy colleges, information on CHCPBC job postings, and more.