PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDICINE
ADVANCED CARE PARAMEDICINE
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START DATE: SEPTEMBER LENGTH: 2 YEARS LOCATION: PWC CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA, PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC
START DATE: SEPTEMBER LENGTH: 1 YEAR LOCATION: PWC CREDENTIAL: POST GRADUATE CERTIFICATE, ADVANCED CARE PARAMEDIC
This program will prepare you to be an integral part of the health care team working in the field of prehospital care. Upon completion of this program, you will understand human anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology as it relates to medical and traumatic emergencies. You will also be able to perform a complete patient assessment including physical exam and history taking, identify and perform appropriate life support procedures, and communicate effectively using oral and written methods for documenting patient care.
This program will build on your expertise as a primary care paramedic and prepare you to play an increased role as a first responder. Your training covers everything from operational and procedural skills, to the skills you need to make critical decisions in an emergency. You will enhance your verbal and written communications skills, interpersonal skills, and leadership skills. You will complete two hospital clinical rotations and one on the job placement.
H E A LT H A N D C O M M U N I T Y S T U D I E S
DID YOU KNOW? Students can continue their education toward a B.Sc. in Paramedicine through a partnership with UPEI!
DID YOU KNOW? Our students assisted with applied research to determine if UAVs (drones) were effective tools in a simulated mass crisis.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS §§ Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level §§ Grade 12 academic science and English, minimum of 70% §§ Grade 11 academic math, minimum of 65% §§ Completion of two reference forms, work related §§ Criminal Records Check (Vulnerable Sector) with no findings of guilt §§ Valid Class 4 Driver’s License §§ Completion of a Holland College Medical Form (available on website) §§ Standard First Aid and CPR Level C from a recognized First Aid/CPR trainer §§ Current Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) certificate §§ Completion of Immunization Verification Form (required after acceptance) §§ Résumé
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS §§ Graduation from a CMA accredited 2-year Canadian Primary Care Paramedicine program or equivalent §§ Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector) with no findings of guilt §§ Completion of three reference forms, one from the ACP or PCP field §§ Completion of a Holland College Medical Form (available on website) §§ Current Heart and Stroke BLS §§ Completion of Immunization Verification Form (required after acceptance) §§ Valid Class 4 driver’s license §§ Résumé
NOTE: Experience in health care or a related field would be an asset.
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