Program Overview

The Advanced Care Paramedic program builds on the knowledge and experience you have acquired as a primary care paramedic. During your education you will attain enhanced assessment, knowledge and skills in the paramedic field. You will learn to use critical thinking and sound clinical judgement to effectively manage emergent and non-emergent healthcare situations within the community at the level of an Advanced Care Paramedic.

Highlights

• Designed for current Primary Care Paramedics, the program meets the demand of Ontario’s emergency medical service organizations for advanced care paramedics.
• Includes approximately 620 hours of hands-on, practical work experience.
• Expert faculty with a strong background in the paramedic field.
• Didactic portion of program is offered over two days each week, allowing you to maintain employment.
• Upon successful completion of the program and provincial examinations, you will be eligible for employment as an Advanced Care Paramedic in Ontario.