- 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.
- Paramedic students are expected to 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: 2 Year Diploma
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Campus: Welland
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Code: 0814 P0814
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Delivery Length: 2 Years
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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Are you passionate about assisting members of the community with emergent and non-emergent healthcare issues?
As a Primary Care Paramedic, you have the skills and abilities to act as an integral part of the healthcare system. You will receive education and experience that will prepare you for a career providing assistance to members of the community at the Primary Care Paramedic level.
NC Preferred Admission
This program grants preferred admission to qualified graduates from:
For detailed information, requirements and eligibility visit niagaracollege.ca/pathways/.
Courses
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| CAPL1199 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| COMM1016 | Professional Communications for Emergency Services | 3 |
| EMRG1130 | Patient Care Assessment and Diagnostics l | 8 |
| EMRG1242 | Patient Care Procedures I | 4 |
| PHED1113 | Physical Fitness I | 2 |
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COUN1031 | Introduction to the Counselling Process | 3 |
| EMRG1230 | Patient Care Assessment and Diagnostics ll | 8 |
| EMRG1243 | Medical and Legal Issues | 3 |
| EMRG1265 | Ambulance Operations | 2 |
| EMRG1267 | Patient Care Procedures II | 3 |
| PRAC1149 | Field Placement I - Paramedic | 2 |
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Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required |
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| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| EMRG1300 | Advanced Skills Theory | 3 |
| EMRG1302 | Advanced Skills Procedures | 2 |
| EMRG1305 | Patient Care Theory III | 5 |
| HLTH1020 | Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice | 3 |
| PHED1213 | Physical Fitness II | 2 |
| PRAC1249 | Field Placement II - Paramedic | 2 |
| Code | Course Name | Credits |
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| EMRG1304 | Patient Care Procedures III | 3 |
| EMRG1401 | Professional Issues, Research and Leadership | 3 |
| EMRG1402 | Paramedic Comprehensive Review | 1 |
| PRAC1349 | Field Placement III - Ambulance Field Consolidation | 9 |
Program Outcomes Term: 1244
communicate and interact effectively and appropriately with patients and others.
assess patients using relevant theory and practices and in compliance with current legislation, regulations, standards, and best practice guidelines.
establish patients’ treatment and transport priorities based on assessment findings.
implement preventive and therapeutic patient management strategies to maintain and promote patients’ well-being in compliance with current legislation*, regulations, standards, and best practice guidelines.
integrate and perform delegated controlled medical acts in a simulated, clinical, and field setting.
evaluate in an ongoing manner the effectiveness of patient management strategies used and adapt or change strategies to provide optimal care for patients.
report and document patient information completely, accurately, and in a timely manner, in compliance with current legislation, regulations, standards, and applicable policies and procedures in a simulated, clinical, and/or field setting.
ensure personal safety and contribute to the safety of partners, patients, and others.
ensure the operational safety and preparedness of an ambulance and its equipment and operate an ambulance-type vehicle in a simulated setting.
collaborate with a broad range of personnel such as first responders, paramedics, emergency services personnel, health care professionals, and other allied health care workers.
integrate and meet legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities while providing optimal care for patients.
Admission Requirements
Important: Admissions Dates and Deadlines
This program is
competitive
and has important application deadlines, which can be found at niagaracollege.ca/deadlines/.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
- English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
- Biology – Grade 11 (C) or (U) or Grade 12 (U)
- Chemistry – Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U) or
- Physics – Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U)
Recommended Courses and/or Skills:
These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.
- Medical Technologies – Grade 12 (C)
Selection and Ranking
Applications are evaluated based on the published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.
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.
Program Requirements
Criminal Record Check
- A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (CRC-VSS) which is less than 6 months old is required before the start of placement in Term 2.
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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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Note: 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).
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
This program is
competitive
and has important application deadlines, which can be found at niagaracollege.ca/deadlines/.
Domestic Applicants Apply
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Accepting applications
Waitlisted
Eligible applications will be placed on a waiting list
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Not accepting applications
Suspended
No longer offered this term
International Applicants
Sorry, international applications are not accepted for this program.
Pathways
Explore your pathway options What are pathways? for the Paramedic program below.
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From NC toThompson Rivers University — Bachelor of General Studies Canada
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From NC toThompson Rivers University — Bachelor of Health Science Canada
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NC PathwayThis program grants Preferred Admission to qualified graduates of:Niagara College — Pre-Health Sciences – Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees
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NC PathwayThis program grants Preferred Admission to qualified graduates of:Niagara College — Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas (Online Delivery)
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NC PathwayThis program grants Preferred Admission to qualified graduates of:Niagara College — Pre-Health Sciences – Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (OL)
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NC PathwayThis program grants Preferred Admission to qualified graduates of:Niagara College — Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas
For detailed information about these pathway options visit niagaracollege.ca/pathways/.
Did you know?
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: 2023-2024
Start Term: Fall
Year 1
Level one $3,599.35
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,673.80
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,179.95
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Material Fees
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$745.60
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Level one Total
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$3,599.35
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Level two $2,521.75
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,673.80
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Ancillary Fees
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$756.95
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Material Fees
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$91.00
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Level two Total
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$2,521.75
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Year 1 Total: $6,121.10
Year 2
Level three $3,235.75
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,673.80
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Ancillary Fees
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$1,111.95
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Material Fees
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$450.00
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Level three Total
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$3,235.75
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Level four $2,475.75
| Fee Type | Fee Cost |
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Tuition
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$1,673.80
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Ancillary Fees
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$716.95
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Material Fees
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$85.00
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Level four Total
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$2,475.75
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Year 2 Total: $5,711.50
Estimated Program Total:
$11,832.60
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