Roles of professional associations, unions and training institutions.

Role of the Association

Professional associations play an important role in information sharing, advocacy, public relations and professional development. Alongside regulatory agencies and labor organizations, professional associations form a very important pillar of any profession.

1. Membership-Paramedic and EMT associations are a voluntary membership professional association providing resources, support, information and benefits to paramedics and EMTs

2. Welness resources-Associations are committed to ensuring the well-being of its members, with a focus on physical and mental health awareness and harm reduction.

3. Advocancy-Associations are a strong advocate on important issues relating to patient care, public health and the paramedic profession.

As a membership-based professional association, the Paramedic Associations strives to:

• Represent the professional interests of paramedic practitioners;

• Promote excellence in paramedic practice;

• Collaborate on behalf of members with nationsal and local governments and regulating authorities;

• Engage and communicate with other health care agencies, organizations and key stakeholders to promote excellence in patient care and patient safety;

• Support and facilitate continuing education and professional development for all members;

• Promote public and political awareness regarding the profession of paramedicine and our role in health care;

• Keep members informed of current and emerging trends and practices within the profession.