Alberta Health has announced that all remaining public health restrictions related to COVID-19 will be lifted at 11:59 pm on June 14, 2022. The following measures will be removed: Mandatory isolation will become a recommendation only Mandatory masking on public transit will be lifted Masking and any other measures to protect patients in Alberta Health …
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As part of our relaunch as the College of Opticians of Alberta (COA), we have implemented a new database platform to update the COA’s infrastructure, enhance security, and provide cloud-based support to registrants. The first phase of implementation will go live on June 1, 2022, and includes the following changes: New COA Registrant Portal for …
Changes to Standards of Practice – Bill 46 Bill 46 introduced by the Government of Alberta in December 2020 requires a number of changes to regulations and standards of practice. The Registration and Competence Committee has prepared draft amendments to the College’s Standards of Practice for review by registered members prior to submission to Alberta …
2022 COA Council Nominations and Appointments The College of Opticians of Alberta is seeking nominations for a Director on the COA Council of Directors. This position is for a three-year term, expiring in Spring 2025. There is currently one appointed position available. Council Appointments In 2022, the Council adopted an appointment process for registered members …
Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of Sandra Blanchette, RO, RCLP. Sandra was a dedicated Council member and committee chair who supported our organizational transition to a single-mandate regulatory college over the past two years. She gave her time freely and tirelessly to tackle complex and challenging topics and decisions that have …
Alberta Health has announced it is entering into stage 2 of of the easing of public health measures. The following measures will be updated: Any remaining school requirements removed (for example: Kindergarten to grade 6 cohorting). Youth screening activities for entertainment and sport activities removed. Capacity on all large venues and entertainment venues lifted. Indoor and …
Navigating COVID-19 Symptoms Alberta Health Services has posted a COVID-19 Self-Care Guide. According to this guide, if you have symptoms of COVID-19, you can assume you have the virus and likely the Omicron variant. You do not not need to be tested to confirm. The Self-Care Guide offers information on managing COVID-19 symptoms at home and …
Alberta Health Services has prepared a guidance document for community health care providers. This document provides guidelines in the following areas: Part A (pre-screening): for all community providers including pharmacy, dentistry, optometry, primary care providers, physiotherapy, etc. Parts B (risk assessment), C (testing) and D (management): for all community providers whose scope of practice includes assessing and treating patients with …
On January 1, 2022, the Alberta College and Association of Opticians (ACAO) became the College of Opticians of Alberta (COA) with the sole mandate to protect the Alberta public. Bill 46 introduced by the Government of Alberta in December 2020 requires all dual mandate health colleges and associations to separate. Opticians in Alberta will continue to …
