The College
The province of Alberta regulates several health professions. Naturopathic doctors are granted the privilege of self-regulation, as outlined in the Health Professions Act (HPA). Under the HPA, health professions are organized into regulatory bodies, called colleges.
The HPA requires that these regulatory colleges:
Set registration requirements (including required education, practical training, and examinations;
Identify services provided by regulated members, setting standards for professional practice;
Set continuing competency requirements; and ;
Investigate complaints about regulated members and imposing disciplinary actions if required.
The College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta includes a Council of elected regulated members and appointed public members as well as various committees, including the Executive Committee, Registration Committee, Complaint Review Committee, Hearing Tribunal Committee, and the Competence Committee.
College Bylaws
Section 132 of the HPA provides that each college may make Bylaws with respect to various aspects of College functions.
Annual Report
Section 4(1) of the HPA provides that each college must submit to the Minister an annual report.