Class 3 Flashcards
You must be a member of the CTCMPAO in order to call yourself an ________, because it is a protected title.
Acupuncturist
What are the 7 statutory committees?
1) Executive
2) Inquires Complaints and Reports
3) Discipline
4) Fitness to Practice
5) Quality Assurance
6) Registration
7) Client Relations
A statutory committee that oversees investigations, reviews complaints from the public about registrants, and determines a course of action in accordance with legislation. Also, keeps the complainant and registrant informed during this process.
Inquires Complaints and Reports Committee (ICRC)
Members of other Colleges may perform acupuncture with ________ training. RMTs can practice acupuncture within the CMTO ________.
Approved
Scope of Practice
When did the CTCMPAO come into effect?
April 2013
Is additional professional liability insurance required for qualified RMTs to perform acupuncture? How much is it?
Yes
$80
A statutory committee that evaluates applicants for admission to the certification examination and reviews requests from the Registrar to impose terms or conditions on a current registrant’s certificate
Registration Committee
What are 3 other pieces of legislation relevant to massage therapy?
1) HCCA (Health Care Consent Act)
2) PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act)
3) PHIPA (Personal Health Information Protection Act)
What are some pros of the CMTO?
1) Massage therapists get taken more seriously by the public, members of other health professions, the government, and the insurance industry
2) Complaints and discipline mechanisms allow us to filter out rogue RMTs
3) Increases the size of the profession and it’s legitimacy; more opportunities for advocacy and we can charge a higher fee
4) Transfer between regulated provinces is easy
A council that advises the Minister of Health about matters of regulation, amendments to RHPA/MTA, effectiveness of RHPA-mandated programs, Quality Assurance programs, and Patient Relations programs
HPRAC
A statutory committee that develops, monitors, and reports on the College’s Quality Assurance Programme.
Quality Assurance Committee
A statutory committee that hears matters and makes decisions concerning the physical or mental capacity of a registrant to practice. Where appropriate, they can order revocations or suspensions, as well as impose other terms, conditions, or limitations on registration certificates.
Fitness to Practice Committee
A statutory committee that is responsible for conducting hearings related to allegations of registrants’ professional misconduct or incompetence. Where appropriate, they can make decisions about revoking or suspending registrants’ Certificates of Registration or imposing other terms and conditions.
Discipline Committee
Committees that are added in by the College on an “as-needs” basis and can be dissolved by Council if no longer needed
Standing Committees
A statutory committee responsible for overseeing education programs to ensure a professional relationship between RMTs and their patients.
Client Relations Committee
The CMTO lists RMTs permitted to perform acupuncture on a ________, which is attached to the Register
Roster
What are 2 things RMTs who wish to practice acupuncture have to do?
1) Proof of graduation from an approved acupuncture school, submitted directly to the CMTO
2) Sign a commitment to adhering to the CMTOs acupuncture standard
What does the CTCMPAO stand for?
College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario
A statutory committee that is responsible for administration of the committees. Between meetings of the Council, they have all the powers of the Council with respect to matters that require immediate attention. They must report on any exercise of any executive powers at the next Council meeting.
Executive Committee
What does HPRAC stand for?
Health Professions Regulatory Advisory Council
Committees that have to exist by law and are more permanent
Statutory Committees
What does the CMTO do to protect the public from disobedient RMTs?
1) Investigations of complaints against RMTs
2) Issuing disciplinary terms against an RMT if necessary
3) Potentially revoking registration from an RMT if necessary
What does HPARB stand for?
Health Professions Appeal and Review Board
How much was the annual registration fee for RMTs in 2021?
$785
A board that provides an appeal and review mechanism for both members of the public and members of the health professions in cases where either party is dissatisfied with a College decision regarding complaints and registration
HPARB
A standing committee that prepares and stages examinations for entry into the College
Examination and Evaluation Committee
What are some of the standing committees that the CMTO has had at various times?
1) Examination and Evaluation Committee
2) Appeals Committee
3) Research Committee
4) Communications Committee
A standing committee that deals with appeals of OSCE and MCQ exams
Appeals Committee
The ________ of the Council is automatically ________ of the Executive Committee
President
Chair
Who administers entry-to-practice examinations and verifies that a candidate for registration has met certain minimum standards, such as criminal record checks and proof of vaccinations?
CMTO
The ICRC is required to complete their investigation and make a decision as to the outcome of each complaint within ____ days
150
What are the 3 things that the Quality Assurance Committee delivers?
1) Peer Assessment Program
2) Self Assessment Tool
3) Continuing Education
RMTs need to look to the ________ specifically and the RHPA generally
MTA
What are some cons of the CMTO?
1) Annual fees are expensive (upwards of $1000)
2) Many rules and regulations that must be followed
Who pays for the CMTO?
RMTs self-fund the CMTO through annual registration fees
How many acts of professional misconduct are there for RMTs?
49
The CMTO sets ________, and they ensure that RMTs are conducting themselves professionally and competently
Standards of Practice
The members of Council also serve on the ________ and ________ committees. They are appointed to specific committees by the ________.
Statutory, Standing
Executive Committee
The RHPA is the ________ to the acts for the 26 Colleges
Parent
Through the ________, the CMTO ensures that RMTs are staying current with their skills and practice
Quality Assurance Program
