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COVID-19 Best Practice Messages

Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the Saskatoon Institute for Medical Simulation (SIMS), have worked with Luxsonic Technologies Inc. to develop several videos discussing some of the situations EMR and Paramedics may face during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Current Restrictions and 2021 Licence Renewal

The Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP) is aware that multiple training sessions and certification classes have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As there is no way to adequately determine when the COVID-19 pandemic will end, we anticipate that some members may be unable to fully meet licence renewal and/or outstanding restriction requirements.

Free Healthcare Resources

During these challenging times, SHIRP wants to remind you that all Saskatchewan healthcare providers have access to critical healthcare resources through the SHIRP program at the University of Saskatchewan.

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April 20 EMR Exam Cancelled

The April 20, 2020 Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) exam has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the need for social distancing increases and schools and businesses close, we cannot offer the exam in an environment that allows for the safety and well-being of those involved with writing or invigilating the exam.

Office Closed to Walk-in Traffic – Business as Usual

In consideration of COVID-19 planning and a need to minimize social interaction, the physical office of the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics (SCoP) is closed to walk-in traffic.

During this time all licensing and essential services will continue to operate as previous. Emails, telephone calls, and online forms will be managed remotely by staff and will function as normal.

Novel Coronavirus Alert Issued

The Ministry of Health is undertaking the necessary planning to protect residents from transmission, support the healthcare system, and provide stakeholders and the public with accurate information about the risk and provincial readiness.

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