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School | Prairie College | | |
Location | Three Hills, AB, Canada | | |
School Type | University College | | |
School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 350
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Degree | Certificate | | |
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Length | 1 Year(s) | | |
Entry Grade (%)* | 60% | | |
Prerequisites | - Grade12 English
- Grade12 Social Studies
- Grade12 Mathematics or Grade12 Science or Grade12 International Languages
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Prerequisites Notes | In addition to a high school diploma, successful applicants will be at least 18 years of age, possess current CPR level C, and will successfully complete the Emergency Medical Response (EMR) course offered prior to the beginning of the first semester.
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Description | The EMT program is designed to train Emergency Medical services personnel to adequately assess and appropriately treat sick and injured people at a Basic Life Support (BLS) Intermediate level of care. The provision of pre-hospital emergency care in medical emergencies has greatly reduced the incidence of disability and death.
This program prepares you to function within a multi-disciplinary health care team. PCAAT's program offered in partnership with Professional Medical Associates (St. Albert, AB). Our partnership ensures that students are enrolled in a program that is accredited through the Canadian Medical Association at the PCP level. Students who successfully complete the program are eligible for the Provincial Registration Exam with the Alberta College of Paramedics. | | |
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