- Healthcare professionals are required to tolerate regular physical activity throughout the duration of their work day. Therefore, it is recommended that applicants have a high level of fitness when entering the program.
- Students may be required to meet a Physical Evaluation Test (PET) and lift test.
- Paramedic students are expected to complete the PET in a time not exceeding 3 minutes and 50 seconds and must successfully demonstrate the ability to lift a patient weighing 210 pounds plus the weight of equipment with a partner throughout the program.
About this program
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Credential Awarded: 1 Year Graduate Certificate
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Campus: Welland
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Code: 0854 P0854
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Delivery Length: 1 Year
Application Deadlines
This program is competitive and has important application deadlines, which can be found at niagaracollege.ca/deadlines/.
What is a competitive program?
A competitive program is a program where the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number required to fill the program. Applicants of competitive programs will be ranked for admission.
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- I am a domestic applicant. *
- I am an international applicant.
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- Carefully read the Admission Requirements tab to make sure you meet the program requirements.
- Check the Availability tab to see whether or not the program is accepting applications, and what start dates are available.
- This program is competitive, which means the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number required to fill the program. Applicants of competitive programs are ranked for admission, and competitive programs have important application deadlines Check the competitive programs application deadlines at niagaracollege.ca/deadlines/.
- Complete an application online through ontariocolleges.ca.
- Our Admissions Office will acknowledge your application has been received and will provide you with your NC Student ID number and details on your next steps.
Sorry, international applications are not accepted for this program.
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Are you currently a Primary Care Paramedic looking to extend your knowledge and skills?
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.
Courses
Code | Course Name | Credits |
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EMRG9501 | Patient Care Theory I | 7 |
EMRG9502 | Patient Care Practicum I | 3 |
EMRG9503 | Patient Care Practicum Advanced Skills | 2 |
EMRG9504 | Patient Care Practicum I Independent Study | 2 |
EMRG9505 | Pharmacology | 2 |
Code | Course Name | Credits |
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EMRG9601 | Patient Care Theory II | 4 |
EMRG9602 | Patient Care Practicum II | 3 |
EMRG9603 | Advanced Care Professional and Medical Legal Issues | 1 |
EMRG9604 | Patient Care Practicum II Independent Study | 2 |
EMRG9605 | Clinical Practice | 6 |
Code | Course Name | Credits |
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PRAC9701 | Field Placement - Preceptorship | 6 |
Program Outcomes Term: 1244
Interact professionally with patients and others, adhering to relevant provincial and federal legislation and codes of conduct.
Collaborate with a broad range of personnel such as employers, Primary Care Paramedics, Critical Care Paramedics, Communications Officers, firefighters, police officers, physicians, allied health professionals and others
Lead an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care
Provide complete and accurate reports, in compliance with current legislation, regulations, standards and established policies and procedures
Analyze patient assessment findings critically, and infer a provisional diagnosis, using relevant theory and practices and complying with current legislation, regulations, standards, best practices and established policies and procedures.
Evaluate patient condition continuously, anticipating changes and adapting interventions to provide safe and optimal care
Justify an intervention plan in accordance with ACP Medical Directives, best practices, evidence-based medicine and clinical findings.
Perform basic and advanced life support skills safely and competently, including controlled medical acts, in accordance with established standards and Medical Directives.
Employ preventative and therapeutic interventions, while maintaining safety of self and others, to promote optimal well-being of the patient, in compliance with current legislation, regulations, standards and established policies and procedures
Formulate strategies for self-evaluation and for improving proficiency in the practice of paramedicine.
Admission Requirements
Important: Admissions Dates and Deadlines
- Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Diploma
- Letter of employment with certification under Base Hospital Medical Authority.
- A-EMCA Certification or equivalent from the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Education Branch. Applicants with pending status are eligible to apply.
- A minimum score of 70% on a pre-admission test regarding primary care theory.
- Proof of English proficiency.
Selection and Ranking
Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.
In the event the number of qualified applicants exceeds the available seats in the program, selection will be based on Ontario residency and the most senior level final grade available in required courses at the time of ranking.
Learn more about admission decisions for competitive programs.
Note
Most private college courses and/or credentials are not acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs.
Please contact the Admissions office at [email protected] for assistance.
Pre-Admission Requirements
As part of the admissions process some programs have pre-admission requirements.
Domestic Applicants:
Detailed pre-admission requirements for domestic applicants can be found at niagaracollege.ca/par.
Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Convention refugees.
Program Requirements
Criminal Record Check
- A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (CRC-VSS) which is less than 6 months old may be required before the start of placement beginning in Term 3.
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Students will be required to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) in order to be cleared for placement/clinical. Please note, in order to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS), students must be 18 years of age or older. If a student is not 18 years of age or older at the start of this program, they will experience delays in progression through the program.
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Note: According to the Ambulance Act, all employers require a CRC for appropriate field placements and subsequent employment. Documentation for the CRC will be completed on orientation day by the program.
Communicable Disease Surveillance
- The confidential Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) Form must be completed and submitted to Student Health Services prior to the start of the program.
- Please view the CDS Form and Checklist for health requirements at niagaracollege.ca/cdsform/.
- If the CDS process is not completed your placement, clinic or co-op opportunity will be denied.
First Aid and CPR
- Current Standard First Aid certification and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR/AED) Level BLS (Basic Life Support) / HCP (Health Care Provider) is required by the start of the program.
- CPR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR/AED) Level BLS (Basic Life Support) / HCP (Health Care Provider) must be renewed annually.
- All certifications must be met and remain current or placement/clinical will be denied and/or the student will be withdrawn from their current placement/clinical.
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In accordance with the Ambulance Act, all Emergency Medical Services (EMS) placement sites require current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) at Level HCP (Health Care Provider), Adult/Child/Infant one and two rescuer CPR with AED and first aid for choking including artificial resuscitation using both pocket mask and bag-valve mask. (This program is designed for those with specific health care responsibilities).
Educational Certification by the Ontario Base Hospital
- All ACP students will be required to attend a mandatory training session with the Base Hospital and obtain the status of “Educational Certification” at the ACP level in order to perform ACP skills during placement. This is completed at the end of Term 2.
Transportation
- Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
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Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.
Computer/Technology Requirements
Students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:
- A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
- Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
- An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system.
- Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.
Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.
Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program. (learn more)
The technology requirements indicate there is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products. Can I still take my program if I have a Macbook or Chromebook?
For most programs, the recommendation is to have a MS Windows 10 computer (as outlined in the "Computer/Technology Requirements" section on this page) for an optimal experience and for ease of downloading academic software. The reliability of remote connections to college computers and software cannot be guaranteed for Macbook and Chromebook users.
The Microsoft Office suite products that are available free to Niagara College students though Office 365 do have versions that work with Macbooks and Chromebooks, and the majority of internet-based applications will work as well. However, some program-specific software is designed to run on Windows 10, and the successful download of these applications cannot be guaranteed. Our Learning Management System (LMS) at Niagara College is Blackboard, and while students can access Blackboard through an internet browser, for some assignments and tests there is a layer of security that uses a proctored browser. The proctored browser will not function on Macbooks nor Chromebooks.
Students assume the risk of a compromised virtual experience if they choose to participate without the recommended technology.
Computer/technology requirements may be subject to change without notice.
All costs associated with program requirements are the responsibility of the student.
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Important: Admissions Dates and Deadlines
Domestic Applicants Apply
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Open
Accepting applications
Waitlisted
Eligible applications will be placed on a waiting list
Closed
Not accepting applications
Suspended
No longer offered this term
International Applicants
Sorry, international applications are not accepted for this program.
Pathways
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Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from their previous institution. There is no fee for this service.
Tuition
The below is a tuition fees estimate ( what's this?) for the indicated start term. Tuition fees are set in accordance with the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities fee guidelines.
Year 1
Level one $5,124.39
Fee Type | Fee Cost |
Tuition
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$3,637.44
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,179.95
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Material Fees
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$307.00
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Level one Total
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$5,124.39
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Level two $4,394.39
Fee Type | Fee Cost |
Tuition
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$3,637.44
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Ancillary Fees
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$756.95
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Material Fees
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$0.00
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Level two Total
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$4,394.39
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Level three $4,416.39
Fee Type | Fee Cost |
Tuition
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$3,637.44
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Ancillary Fees
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$716.95
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Material Fees
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$62.00
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Level three Total
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$4,416.39
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