How to apply

Find out how to become licensed to practice a health profession in BC.

Applicant support

Access resources and answers to common questions about the application process.

Licensure requirements

See what’s involved in maintaining licensure as a healthcare professional.

Professional and Quality Practice Program (PQPP)

Learn about the quality assurance program that ensures CHCPBC licensees maintain competence.

Practice support

Connect with CHCPBC Practice Advisors and access resources to support your practice.

Certified practices

Explore restricted activities and how licensees become certified to perform them.

Corporations and businesses

Find guidance on naming a business, obtaining a Health Profession Corporation permit, and more.

Legislation

View the legislation that governs health and care professionals in BC.

Bylaws

View the CHCPBC Bylaws, which set out the details of the operation of the College.

Ethics and Practice Standards

View the CHCPBC Ethics and Practice Standards.

Practice resources

Access resources related to practice, licensure, corporations, and more.

Have a concern?

If you are thinking about making a complaint, here are some things to know before submitting it.

Submit a complaint

If you have a concern about the capacity, competence, or conduct of a CHCPBC licensee, you can submit a complaint.

Duties to report

Learn what’s involved in submitting a duty to report under the Health Professions and Occupations Act.

Discipline

Learn about the independent Health Professions Discipline Tribunal.

Unauthorized practice and use of exclusive titles

If you are aware of someone providing restricted services or using an exclusive title without being licensed to do so, you can submit a report.

Published orders and citation requests

Read regulatory decisions, including summary protection orders, disciplinary orders, and requests for citations.

What we do

Explore our regulatory role, the professions we regulate, and the values that support our work.

Who we are

Learn about our governance structure and culture, and find career opportunities with our staff team.

Indigenous-specific anti-racism

Read about the work we are doing to address Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination in healthcare regulation in BC.