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The Understanding HCA Professional Regulation module will support your understanding of the laws, regulations, bylaws, and practice standards that govern the HCA profession in Alberta.
This interactive module was developed by the CLHA. Successful completion of the module is a registration requirement for select applicants.
The CLHA encourages all HCAs to take the module as part of their own continuing competency.
How Do You Access the Module?
As part of the registration process, applicants who are assessed to complete the Understanding HCA Professional Regulation module will have access to the module through their MyCLHA account. Follow the below instructions:
- Click on MyCLHA (also on the top right corner of this screen).
- Login using your CLHA username and password.
- Once logged in, select the “Learning Modules” link in the menu on the left-hand side.
- Select the studywithclha.com link.
- Select Home at the top left of the screen.
- Select the link to view the HCA learning modules.
- Scroll down to view all modules.
- Click on the Understanding HCA Professional Regulation module.
- Select “Enroll me” to open the module.
HCAs with a current Active, Transitional, or Provisional registration practice permit may take the Understanding HCA Professional Regulation module at any time. Follow the below instructions:
- Click on MyCLHA (also on the top right corner of this screen).
- Login using your CLHA username and password.
- Once logged in, select the “Learning Modules” link in the menu on the left-hand side.
- Select the studywithclha.com link.
- Select Home at the top left of the screen.
- Select the link to view the HCA learning modules.
- Scroll down to view all modules.
- Click on the Understanding HCA Professional Regulation module.
- Select “Enroll me” to open the module.
Access the Module Through the Knowledge Hub
The Understanding HCA Professional Regulation module is a free and interactive online learning module. Complete module at your own pace.
Log in to access:
A printable certificate of completion is available upon passing the module’s final exam.
For an overview of how to log into the learning management system, see: How to Access the Learning Modules
Learning Objectives
- To facilitate an understanding of the basic frameworks of provincial legislation directly impacting an HCA’s practice.
- To increase professional understanding while adapting and integrating into new healthcare settings.
Topics
- Self-Regulation
- Function of the CLHA
- CLHA Bylaws
- Health Professions Act and Licensed Practical Nurse and Health Care Aide Profession Regulation
- Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
- Continuing competence
- Conduct process
- Registration
- Scope of practice
- Restricted activities
- Professional accountability and responsibility
- Other Relevant Legislation
- Health Information Act
- Protection for Persons in Care Act
- Canadian Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act
We are currently experiencing high email volumes. While we will strive to meet our service standard timelines, there may be some unavoidable delays.
Applicants and registrants can expect these standards when interacting with the Registration Department at the CLHA.
- Emails will be returned within three business days.
- Applications received with payment will be reviewed within five business days.
- Completed applications will be processed with a decision letter within ten business days.
- Invoices for approved applications will be available when the decision letter is issued.
- A practice permit will be issued immediately upon receipt of the final invoice payment.
The Registration Service Standards policy outlines registration service standards at the CLHA.