The Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR) is made up of self-regulating colleges and government regulators of the emergency medical responder (EMR) and paramedic professions in Canada. COPR promotes, advances, and supports effective EMR and paramedic regulation in Canada.
Transition to the Canadian Paramedic Competence Framework (CPCF)
COPR has started the transition to the CPCF which is what will inform what is on the COPR Entry to Practice Examinations. The EMR and Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) designations have now fully transitioned to the CPCF. The Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) designation will begin testing to the CPCF with the June 16, 2027 examination. EMR and PCP applicants may apply to write the COPR CPCF Examination even if their education was based on the National Occupational Competency Profile (NOCP). For more information, contact info@copr.ca.
COPR has many examination resource videos, including:
What is the CPCF?
The CPCF provides a high-level list of knowledge, skills, and attitudes that contribute to performance. It describes current and actual practice, clarifies EMRs’ and paramedics’ roles and responsibilities, and promotes consistency in measuring competence with a focus on patient safety and desired patient care outcomes.
