Primary Care Paramedic Diploma
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Kick-start Your Paramedic Career in Just 60 Weeks
Primary Care Paramedics are the frontline of healthcare in Canada and trained professionals are always in-demand.
At Paramedic Academy of BizTech College, we train future paramedics through extensive hands-on training, provincial certification A-EMCA prepartion and on-job experience through hospital placements and ambulance ride-outs.
With an exceptional record in A-EMCA, our graduates are currently working in various ambulance services in the Greater Toronto Area.
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Be Industry Ready
Provincial Certification
Approved by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, our paramedic course is designed to prepare students for provincial certification A-EMCA.
80% Pass Rate for year 2021 (Summer Session)
Practical Experience
This program is 60 weeks which includes 500 Hours of Hospital Placements and Ambulance Ride-outs, which takes place offsite with active healthcare professionals at various hospitals and paramedic services.
Focus on Practical Learning
Apart from necessary therotical knowledge, we focus on one-to-one practical training, which gives our students confidence and skills to outperform on-the-job.
Why Study Paramedic Course at BizTech College?
Industry-Experienced Faculty
You will be learning from practicing paramedics, registered nurses and health science educators. They bring an innovative approach to teaching that incorporates the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
Small Size Classes
Our Paramedic Classes are limited to the size of 20 students only. Small size classes ensure our students have personalized support in collaborative learning environment. Faculty get to know you and help establish career goals and objectives.
Preparation for the Certification Exams
Student will review all materials studied in the program and practice questions based on A-EMCA guidelines. Mock exams to be exam-ready.
Clinical Placement
Clinical placement is mandatory part of the program, which allows you to gain practical experience in the lab alongside paramedic professionals. This also gives you opportunity to network and move one step closer to future employment.
Clinical Readiness Program
Our healthcare programs have mandatory ‘Clinical Readiness Program’. This unique program strengthens the principles and skills needed to thrive in the workplace and master examination techniques and work-related protocols.
Job Placement Assistance
Our priority as a private career college is your employability. We help you achieve suitable work opportunities by using our various career resources and employer network.
Multiple Financial Aid Options
Post-Secondary education is a big investment, but don’t let that stop you from investing in your future!
✔ College Interest-free Financing ✔ Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
✔ Lifelong Learning Plan ✔ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
✔ College Interest-free Financing
✔ Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
✔ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
✔ Lifelong Learning Plan
What Will You Learn?
- Anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and clear understanding of critical medical terminology required to perform primary care paramedic duties.
- Operational, legal, ethical and psycho-social aspects of being a paramedic.
- How to assess the extent of injuries and medical needs of individuals in trauma, stress, overdose, accidents to determine emergency medical treatment.
- How to administer pre-hospital emergency care to patients such as CPR, spinal immobilization, oxygen therapy, bandaging and secure splinting.
- How to successfully establish and maintain intravenous treatment (IV), administer medications, apply adjunctive equipment for ventilation and circulation and provide advanced emergency treatments to patients.
- Safe patient transport and collaboration with family members and hospital staff to ensure the right treatment is administered. Document the nature of injuries and illnesses and treatment provided.
- Perform administrative duties and maintain ambulance and emergency care equipment and supplies.
Admission Prerequisites
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or Equivalent OR
- Mature Student Status (18 Years of age or older) AND
- Must have Biology and Math – Min Grade 11 (Equivalent to ICAS or WES or MCC) AND
- Successful Completion of Entry Assessment Test AND
- Successful Personal Interview.
For Students who do not have Biology and Math Equivalency can opt for:
- In house Biology course for 1 Week with exam pass mark 70%
- In house Math course for 1 Week with exam pass mark 70%
OR
- Pass In house exam with 70% passing mark
Additionally, students need to have following prior to the start of the program:
- Clean criminal record and vulnerable sector screening checks
- Immunization record as per the program requirement
English Language Requirements (Only for International Students)
- IELTS – Minimum of 5.5 in all modules with overall 6.
Where our Graduates Employed?
- Toronto Paramedic Services
- Hamilton Paramedic Services
- Peel Paramedic Services
Industry Salary Information
- According to Job bank Canada, the average salary for Primary Care Paramedic in Toronto Region is $42/hour.*
*www.jobbank.gc.ca
Testimonials
“Paramedic program at the college is amazing. From day one we are made to feel like how it would be on the job and instructors are really helpful. I would suggest this college for anyone who is planning to become a paramedic”
“Overall, I had a good experience with this college in the Primary Care Paramedic course. There was no lack of education in this program and the instructors were excellent in teaching me the curriculum of this course correctly. There were small class sizes, which was excellent and gave me lots of time for 1 on 1 discussion with my instructors. In future reference, I would recommend this college!”
“Experience speaks! Professional know-how is foremost in the classroom, instructors lead by example, so theory and scenario become a graduate’s best practices. Instructors challenge and inspire, remembered for their dedicated lesson delivery, their personal touches and make-it-happen attitude!”