Practice Enhancement Program
PEP is a mandatory quality assurance program of CPSBC. Informed by quality improvement principles, it encourages reflection, learning, and professional growth. Through supportive assessment and constructive feedback, PEP helps licensees strengthen their clinical practice, identify opportunities for improvement, and engage in coachable moments that foster ongoing excellence in patient care.
Why participation is required
CPSBC operates under the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) and the CPSBC Bylaws. Under the HPOA, CPSBC is required to administer a quality assurance program—the Practice Enhancement Program.
Participation is mandatory for all licensees to support safe, competent, and ethical patient care. All BC licensees who provide community-based care, including those in private practice, group clinics, or locum roles, will participate in the Practice Enhancement Program at some point in their careers.
Guided by a committee
PEP is guided by the Practice Enhancement Program Committee.
The Practice Enhancement Program Committee performs the following functions as set out in the CPSBC Bylaws:
- Reviews and promotes high standards of practice
- Assesses professional activities
- Recommend continuing education
Aligns with CPSBC's values
PEP aligns with CPSBC's strategic plan and prioritizes its values:
- Evolving: We stay current with our ever-changing cultural and social landscapes. We actively listen so we can learn, grow and adapt as necessary.
- Accessible and diverse: We are unbiased, inclusive, and culturally safe and humble. We treat everyone equally with dignity, courtesy and respect, and without discrimination.
- Ethical: We are fair and ethical in our conduct. Our actions and our regulatory proceedings and decisions are unprejudiced and free of bias.
- Transparent: Our processes and policies are accessible and applied consistently. We provide clear, relevant, and timely information about our mandate and work.
- Dedicated: Our overriding interest is the protection and safety of the public. We are committed to fulfilling this role to ensure