Coming soon: Updates to BCCOHP standards framework
We are pleased to announce two important updates to the BCCOHP standards framework: We are publishing and sharing these now to provide time for oral health professionals to review the documents before they come into force on April 1, 2026. All oral health professionals are responsible for reviewing these documents in preparation for the upcoming transition. […]
QAP coming in April | Discontinuation of online courses
Getting ready for the modernized Quality Assurance Program As we prepare to launch the modernized Quality Assurance Program (QAP) in April, here’s what oral health professionals need to know: Program details An overview of BCCOHP’s modernized Quality Assurance Program (PDF) was shared with all oral health professionals in January and includes details of the various components and […]
Inviting applications for BCCOHP committee memberships: Application deadline extended to March 6
Do you want to participate in decisions that will help protect the public and promote better health outcomes for patients? If yes, we invite you to apply to join one of BCCOHP’s committees.
2026/27 licence renewal opens soon
Licence renewal with the BC College of Oral Health Professionals opens soon, and you will be able to complete it and submit your payment through your online account. The 2026/27 annual renewal deadline is Tuesday, March 31, 2026. No action is required at this time. You will be notified by email when online renewal opens. Specific requirements as well as […]
Important update: Upcoming licence class changes
We have been working to notify oral health professionals affected by the upcoming licence class changes through targeted email communications. A summary of the above listed communications is provided in this update.
Introducing BCCOHP’s Modernized Quality Assurance Program
Dear oral health professionals, With the new year underway, we are pleased to share a more detailed introduction to BCCOHP’s modernized Quality Assurance Program (QAP), which is replacing the pre-existing programs for all six oral health professions in BC in April 2026. The modernized program is designed to support ongoing competence of oral health professionals […]
Registrar’s Message: Closing Out 2025, Key Reminders and What’s Ahead for 2026
This message was sent to all oral health professionals regulated by BCCOHP via email. Message from Chris Hacker, CEO and Registrar As the year comes to a close, I wanted to recognize the contributions and the support provided by all oral health professionals, across the province, towards the progress we’ve made together in 2025 to […]
Expectations for X-ray equipment inspections
Earlier this year, the BC Dental Association (BCDA) informed BCCOHP that its X-Ray Inspection Program was discontinued as a member service effective May 31, 2025. This update is being shared for information and clarification of our earlier communication on this topic. The end of this program does not affect any BCCOHP requirements for oral health professionals. If you […]
Upcoming office closure
BCCOHP will be closed from noon on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, through 8:30 am PT on Monday, January 5, 2026. Throughout the upcoming office closures and altered schedules that come with winter holidays, it is important to ensure there is a line of communication available for emergencies involving patient safety or practitioner wellness. In […]
Continuing our series: Focus on principle 6 of the Professional Standards for the Oral Health Team
This is the final in our six-part email series for oral health professionals about BCCOHP’s Professional Standards for the Oral Health Team (Professional Standards) which came into effect on June 30, 2025. The Professional Standards are organized by six overarching principles, which underpin ethical decision-making in oral health care. This email series is designed to help oral health professionals […]