Quality Assurance Program
Ensuring Ongoing Professional Competence
The Quality Assurance Program (QAP) has been introduced as the new framework for supporting continued competence, replacing the previous Continuing Competency Program.
Developed in alignment with the Nursing Profession Act (2023) of the Northwest Territories and the Nursing Professions Act (2023) of Nunavut, the QAP applies to all active registrants — Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Nurse Practitioners (NPs).
Under this program, registrants are required to:
- Complete a Self-Assessment Questionnaire, and
- Develop a Professional Development Plan (PDP)
These requirements must be fulfilled annually as part of the registration renewal process and are grounded in CANNN’s Code of Conduct, Standards of Practice, and Scope of Practice documents.
The QAP promotes public trust in the nursing profession by supporting accountability, ongoing professional development, and safe, competent, and ethical practice across all nursing
designations.
- The Quality Assurance Program (QAP) has been introduced as the new framework for supporting continued competence, replacing the previous Continuing Competency Program.
- All registrants must complete:
- A Self-Assessment Questionnaire (clinical or non-clinical version)
- A Professional Development Plan (PDP) based on self-assessment outcomes
- Please take note:
- PDPs must be entered into the registration system before renewal is complete
- Ten percent of registrants will be selected for annual audit review
- Requirements align with CANNN’s Code of Conduct, Standards of Practice, and Scope of Practice
To renew your registration for 2025, you must:
- Complete a Self-Assessment Questionnaire
Choose the Clinical or Non-Clinical version based on your practice setting. Use the standards and documents linked below to guide your reflection. - Develop a Professional Development Plan (PDP)
- Identify two SMART learning goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound)
- Plan and complete two or more learning activities
- Evaluate the impact of your learning with clear examples
- Submit all required Quality Assurance components through the registration system
as part of your annual renewal process. For the 2025 renewal cycle, registrants must complete their submission before the registration deadline.
Your QAP submission may be selected for audit by the Quality Assurance Committee. If selected, you’ll receive written feedback and may be asked to revise or provide additional documentation within 14 days.
Helpful Resources
Use the tools and templates below to complete your Quality Assurance requirements:
