Are you a Physician Organization?
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada will only accredit continuing professional development (CPD) activities that have been developed by a physician organization. Please check on the definition of 'Physician Organization' before preparing your application.
Statements on any promotional materials indicating that an activity is “pending approval” are strictly prohibited. Applications submitted within two to six weeks of the learning event will be levied a late fee. Applications submitted within two weeks or 10 business days of the learning event will not be reviewed. Additional fee payments may apply for complex application reviews. The CME & PD Office reserves the right to ask for additional documentation to verify administrative, educational and/or ethical standards have been met.
1. Learning events developed by Physician Organizations can be reviewed and approved by the Office of CME & PD for:
2. If you are seeking to co-develop a program with The Office of CME&PD, contact cme@ucalgary.ca
3. If you are a University of Calgary applicant seeking assistance with accreditation for CFPC Mainpro+, contact cme@ucalgary.ca
Use the application checklist to organize and send with your application materials.
Complete the appropriate application form for your event:
Create any programs, academic schedules, agendas, and/or website links
Application Fee Payment Form (to be submitted along with your payment)
Email cme@ucalgary.ca with the subject line: Accreditation Application. Ensure you attach the checklist, application, and separate PDFs for each section of the supporting documents
Fax the fee payment form to our confidential fax line at (403) 270-2330
Receipt of your application will be confirmed. Missing documentation or revisions may be required.
You will be notified of the status of your application by email.
Successful applications will receive a letter of approval.
The Office of CME&PD will notify the RCPSC of your accredited event.
The applicant is responsible for providing the Certificate of Attendance to participants.
