Respiratory Therapists Act*
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Bill overview
Bill NS141, “Respiratory Therapists Act*”, is a Nova Scotia bill from session assembly-60-session-1.
Its latest recorded status is “Passed”.
This overview is written automatically from the registry and vote records on this page and updates when they sync. It describes the bill's path, not its merits.
PLAIN-LANGUAGE SUMMARY
What you need to know
The Respiratory Therapists Act is currently law in Nova Scotia. This bill establishes a regulatory framework for respiratory therapists in the province, allowing them to practice their profession with a level of standardization and oversight. It sets out the qualifications, responsibilities, and scope of practice for respiratory therapists, as well as the requirements for their education and training. The Act also outlines the process for registering and licensing respiratory therapists in Nova Scotia.
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Key provisions
- 01This Act may be cited as the Respiratory Therapists Act.
- 02The Minister of Health and Wellness is responsible for the administration of this Act.
- 03The title of the profession of respiratory therapist is protected under this Act.
- 04A person must not use the title of respiratory therapist unless they are registered under this Act.
- 05The registration of respiratory therapists is administered by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Nova Scotia.
Vote roll
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