Career Opportunity
CARB-TCMPA is hiring an Examinations Director. This role will oversee the administration of the Pan-Canadian Examinations.
Welcome Spire Psychometrics
After a comprehensive Request for Proposals process, CARB-TCMPA is pleased to welcome Spire Psychometrics as our new partner for the Pan-Canadian Examinations for TCM Practitioners, TCM Herbalists, and Acupuncturists.
October 2023 Exam Results
The October 2023 results for the Pan Canadian Examinations for TCM Practitioners, Acupuncturists, and TCM Herbalists are now available.
Candidate Handbook Updates
Updated versions of the Candidate Handbook for the Pan-Canadian Examinations are now available in English and French.
PCE Program Roadmap
CARB-TCMPA has completed an evaluation of the PCE Program, which was conducted over the summer of 2023.
Request for Proposals
CARB-TCMPA is requesting proposals for psychometric services to support administration of the Pan-Canadian Examinations for Acupuncturists, TCM Practitioners, and TCM Herbalists.
Results Invalidation Policy
CARB-TCMPA has introduced a new Invalidation of Results Policy to enhance the security and integrity of the Pan-Canadian Examinations.
Letter to Health Canada
Health Canada has proposed changes to the regulatory fee structure for natural health products that may impact product affordability, reduce patient access to care, and place additional burdens on the health care system.
The Canadian Alliance of Regulatory Bodies of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists has submitted its feedback through Health Canada’s consultation page and issued a letter to federal Health Minister Mark Holland encouraging additional, broad consultation on the changes prior to implementation.
Read CARB-TCMPA’s letter to Minister Mark Holland.
April 2023 Exam Results
The April 2023 results for the Pan Canadian Examinations for TCM Practitioners, Acupuncturists, and TCM Herbalists are now available.
Return to In-Person Testing
The Pan-Canadian Examinations will be delivered at in-person computer-based test centres starting with the October 2023 exam administration.