Quality Assurance Program Launch
BCCOHP’s modernized Quality Assurance Program (QAP) has launched. All oral health professionals regulated by BCCOHP are now able to log in and view their QAP dashboard.
April 2026: Health Professions and Occupations Act now in effect
Today marks the transition to the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA). BCCOHP has been preparing to regulate under the new Act for some time and anticipates that oral health professionals will not see any significant impact on their daily practice. We will continue to roll out information as we begin operating under the new Act, but here’s what you need to know today.
Coming soon: Updates to 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.
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.
New Opportunity: Support Workers to assist individuals through health regulatory colleges’ complaints process
Have you worked in a regulatory, legal, health or social service system in B.C., with experience providing trauma-informed non-clinical assistance to individuals working through complex processes? Applications are now being accepted for (on demand, contract) Support Workers. As a Support Worker, you will assist individuals in navigating a regulatory health college’s complaints process when those individuals […]
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 […]