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Health Care Aide Renewal FAQ
March 2, 2026 | News, Registration Renewal
Health Care Aide Renewal FAQ

The Registration Renewal Form Is Available for Current HCAs February 9 – April 30, 2026. In This Article Who Needs to Complete the Registration Process? When Can I Complete the Registration Process? What Is the Cost? How Can I Pay...

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How Will Regulation Affect Current HCAs?
January 22, 2026 | News
How Will Regulation Affect Current HCAs?

Alberta Health Care Aides (HCAs) are not currently regulated. HCA regulation comes into force on February 2, 2026. As of that date, HCAs will be regulated by the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA). They will be accountable...

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Health Care Aide Regulation Information Available on CLPNA Website
December 5, 2025 | News
Health Care Aide Regulation Information Available on CLPNA Website

The College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) has launched webpages for Health Care Aides (HCAs) in preparation for regulation. All information on the HCA side of the website is effective February 2, 2026.

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What If HCAs Need Help Understanding Regulatory Requirements?
November 27, 2025 | News
What If HCAs Need Help Understanding Regulatory Requirements?

Once regulated, Health Care Aides (HCAs) will have access to many different resources from the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) to support safe, competent, and ethical practice. Professional Practice Assistance The Professional Practice Team can answer questions...

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What Requirements Will Regulated Health Care Aides Have to Meet?
November 27, 2025 | News
What Requirements Will Regulated Health Care Aides Have to Meet?

Health Care Aide regulation comes into force on February 2, 2026 An important part of being regulated is following the requirements set by the government and the regulatory college. In this article, we will share with Health Care Aides (HCAs)...

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What Is the Difference Between the Alberta HCA Directory and the CLHA’s Regulated Register?
November 7, 2025 | News
What Is the Difference Between the Alberta HCA Directory and the CLHA’s Regulated Register?

For the past five years, HCAs in Alberta who work in the public sector have been required to be enroll in the Alberta Health Care Aide (HCA) Directory.  Effective February 2, 2026, the Directory will no longer operate, and all...

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What Is the Role of the CLHA in Regulating the HCA Profession?
October 27, 2025 | News
What Is the Role of the CLHA in Regulating the HCA Profession?

As a regulatory college, the role of the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA) is public safety. In This Article What Does a Regulator Do? What Can the CLHA Help Me With? What If I Have Questions About...

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Is the HCA Role Changing with Regulation?
October 27, 2025 | News
Is the HCA Role Changing with Regulation?

Regulation is not expected to change the current Health Care Aide (HCA) role in Alberta. In This Article How Do I Know What’s in HCA Scope of Practice? How Will the HCA Role Be Defined in Regulation? Can My Employer...

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