Paramedic

Students in the top-rated Paramedic program at Algonquin College receive a premium education in all aspects of pre-hospital emergency medicine. Graduates are well equipped for success in the field, and have had a 100% pass rate on Provincial exams over the past ten years.

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Ontario College Diploma
2 Years

Program Code: 0620X01FWO
Academic Year: 2012/2013

Our Program

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program is an intense program of study that trains students in all aspects of pre-hospital emergency medicine.

Students develop the clinical reasoning skills necessary to deal effectively with medical and traumatic emergencies, and acquire the ability to communicate effectively with patients, family members and healthcare professionals.

Program excellence centres on professionalism, where demonstration of leadership, commitment, dedication, compassion and integrity are considered required learning outcomes. The curriculum includes in-class, online learning, practical/laboratory, hospital clinical and paramedic practicums.

This program is part of Algonquin's mobile learning initiative. All students entering into the program are expected to have and use a laptop or mobile computing device that meets or exceeds the recommended hardware requirements as designated by the program. Students in mobile learning programs will use their devices to enhance their learning experience, obtain and work with course materials, participate in collaborative and mlearning environments and become skilled, confident users of the technologies used within an educational environment and workplace. Hardware and software specifications are outlined at http://mlearning.algonquincollege.com. Computers and supplies can be purchased directly from Algonquin's New Technology Store at educational rates.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

  • Are high academic achievers with proven postsecondary success.
  • Are mature individuals with excellent communication skills.
  • Possess strong leadership and multi-tasking skills.
  • Are looking for a professional career that is both dynamic and challenging.

Your Career

Graduates are eligible to take the provincially administered Advanced Emergency Medical Care Attendant (A-EMCA) examination, and may be employed in paramedic services in Ontario and throughout Canada. In addition, the Paramedic diploma has proved valuable to those seeking employment as firefighters and police officers. Experience and further training may lead to opportunities as advanced and critical care paramedics.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with online learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
Level: 01 Hours
ENL1413T Focus is on the acquisition of medical terminology. Students learn a system for analyzing and building medical words by using Latin and Greek prefixes, suffixes and word roots. Students are required to use self-directed learning outside of class to learn the terminology. Class time is dedicated to review, pronunciation and practise of the vocabulary in context. Evaluation is based on group work, oral presentations, weekly tests, a mid-term and a final exam. Communication in Health Care I Focus is on the acquisition of medical terminology. Students learn a system for analyzing and building medical words by using Latin and Greek prefixes, suffixes and word roots. Students are required to use self-directed learning outside of class to learn the terminology. Class time is dedicated to review, pronunciation and practise of the vocabulary in context. Evaluation is based on group work, oral presentations, weekly tests, a mid-term and a final exam. 30.0
ENL1423T Students learn to effectively communicate as emergency healthcare professionals. Students apply medical-legal legislation, regulations and policies created by federal, provincial and municipal governments to the emergency health care industry. In addition, students learn protocols and industry standards for documentation including charting, ambulance call reports and incident reports. Skills for testifying at inquests and trials are developed. Students also learn how research plays an integral role in advancing patient outcomes and pre-hospital care in general. Communication in Health Care II Students learn to effectively communicate as emergency healthcare professionals. Students apply medical-legal legislation, regulations and policies created by federal, provincial and municipal governments to the emergency health care industry. In addition, students learn protocols and industry standards for documentation including charting, ambulance call reports and incident reports. Skills for testifying at inquests and trials are developed. Students also learn how research plays an integral role in advancing patient outcomes and pre-hospital care in general. 30.0
FIT4603 Students are provided with a general and job specific level of fitness. Emphasis is placed on a strength component focusing on safe lifting practices. Cardiovascular fitness and flexibility are also stressed. In addition, students benefit from the development, implementation and monitoring of a personal training program. Other components of the course include the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, highlighting nutrition and stress management through sports and physical activity. Physical Education I Students are provided with a general and job specific level of fitness. Emphasis is placed on a strength component focusing on safe lifting practices. Cardiovascular fitness and flexibility are also stressed. In addition, students benefit from the development, implementation and monitoring of a personal training program. Other components of the course include the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, highlighting nutrition and stress management through sports and physical activity. 30.0
PAR3607 Students apply selected assessment and intervention skills for the provision of pre-hospital emergency care in simulated laboratory settings. The focus is on CPR for paramedics, vital signs, aseptic technique, bandaging and splinting, spinal immobilization, lifting (patients weighing up to 70 kg. in Level 01 and 86 kg. in Level 02), primary and secondary patient assessments and other basic skills. Students also apply selected practical skills in various simulated laboratory settings. They integrate skills, recognize complications and minimize them, and provide comprehensive and accurate reports following simulated scenarios. Patient Care Laboratory I Students apply selected assessment and intervention skills for the provision of pre-hospital emergency care in simulated laboratory settings. The focus is on CPR for paramedics, vital signs, aseptic technique, bandaging and splinting, spinal immobilization, lifting (patients weighing up to 70 kg. in Level 01 and 86 kg. in Level 02), primary and secondary patient assessments and other basic skills. Students also apply selected practical skills in various simulated laboratory settings. They integrate skills, recognize complications and minimize them, and provide comprehensive and accurate reports following simulated scenarios. 45.0
PAR3611 The student learns selected theory behind the assessment and intervention skills required for the provision of pre-hospital emergency care. The student also learns the theoretical basis of equipment used in the pre-hospital environment. Specifically, students cover the history of trauma, kinematics of blunt and penetrating traumatic injury, the vital signs, aseptic technique, hand-washing and gloving, wound assessment, wound cleaning, haemorrhage control, wound dressings, orthopaedic assessment and management principles. Theory of Patient Care I The student learns selected theory behind the assessment and intervention skills required for the provision of pre-hospital emergency care. The student also learns the theoretical basis of equipment used in the pre-hospital environment. Specifically, students cover the history of trauma, kinematics of blunt and penetrating traumatic injury, the vital signs, aseptic technique, hand-washing and gloving, wound assessment, wound cleaning, haemorrhage control, wound dressings, orthopaedic assessment and management principles. 30.0
PAR3614 The course is designed to provide the student with essential knowledge of the structure, function and physiology of the human body. This course includes anatomy and physiology of all major body systems. The course provides the basis for an understanding of pathological conditions. Anatomy and Physiology The course is designed to provide the student with essential knowledge of the structure, function and physiology of the human body. This course includes anatomy and physiology of all major body systems. The course provides the basis for an understanding of pathological conditions. 120.0
PSY4705 Knowledge of the basic concepts, diagnosis, and theories of abnormal psychology including personality disorders, anxiety disorders, somatoform and dissociative disorders, Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, cognitive disorders and impulse-control disorders is provided. Students examine a classification model, learn to observe behaviour, describe specific disorders and some treatment strategies of mental health practitioners/professionals. Students also gain a historical perspective, as well as research and debate ethical issues. Students are familiarized with crisis theory, crisis intervention models, specific types of crisis, basic intervention skills, and local community crisis centres and resources. Psychopathology Knowledge of the basic concepts, diagnosis, and theories of abnormal psychology including personality disorders, anxiety disorders, somatoform and dissociative disorders, Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders, cognitive disorders and impulse-control disorders is provided. Students examine a classification model, learn to observe behaviour, describe specific disorders and some treatment strategies of mental health practitioners/professionals. Students also gain a historical perspective, as well as research and debate ethical issues. Students are familiarized with crisis theory, crisis intervention models, specific types of crisis, basic intervention skills, and local community crisis centres and resources. 45.0
Level: 02 Hours
FIT4604 Students develop a general and job-specific level of fitness. Emphasis is placed on a strength component focusing on safe lifting practices. Cardiovascular fitness and flexibility are also stressed. In addition, students benefit from the development, implementation and monitoring of a personal training program. Other components include the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, highlighting nutrition, and stress management through sports and physical activity.

Prerequisites: FIT4603 		Physical Education II Students develop a general and job-specific level of fitness. Emphasis is placed on a strength component focusing on safe lifting practices. Cardiovascular fitness and flexibility are also stressed. In addition, students benefit from the development, implementation and monitoring of a personal training program. Other components include the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, highlighting nutrition, and stress management through sports and physical activity.

Prerequisites: FIT4603 		30.0
PAR3600 This course includes in its content drug sources, drug categories and classifications, drug indications and adverse reaction, interactions and toxicity. Drug dosage calculations and routes administration are included. The principles of drug legislation, paramedic responsibilities, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics are covered. Intravenous therapy and maintenance are also taught. Pharmacology This course includes in its content drug sources, drug categories and classifications, drug indications and adverse reaction, interactions and toxicity. Drug dosage calculations and routes administration are included. The principles of drug legislation, paramedic responsibilities, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics are covered. Intravenous therapy and maintenance are also taught. 60.0
PAR3620 Foundational knowledge supporting the practical labs, focusing on patient assessment and intervention techniques for management and treatment is provided. Specific areas include; orthopaedic spinal assessment and management; oxygen therapy and delivery systems, 02 sat and end-tidal CO2 monitoring, gas laws, regulators and flowmeters; airway management, adjunct airway management devices suctioning procedures; and manual and mechanical ventilation, as well as indications and care for chest tubes gastric intubation, urinary catheterization and ostomy drainage. This course also incorporates: Multiple Casualty Incident; Helicopter utilization; Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS).

Co-requisites: PAR3633 		Theory of Patient Care II Foundational knowledge supporting the practical labs, focusing on patient assessment and intervention techniques for management and treatment is provided. Specific areas include; orthopaedic spinal assessment and management; oxygen therapy and delivery systems, 02 sat and end-tidal CO2 monitoring, gas laws, regulators and flowmeters; airway management, adjunct airway management devices suctioning procedures; and manual and mechanical ventilation, as well as indications and care for chest tubes gastric intubation, urinary catheterization and ostomy drainage. This course also incorporates: Multiple Casualty Incident; Helicopter utilization; Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS).

Co-requisites: PAR3633 		30.0
PAR3622 The student continues to apply selected assessment and intervention skills for the provision of pre-hospital emergency care in simulated laboratory settings. Focus is on primary assessment and intervention, oxygen therapy and ventilation, focused history and investigation of chief complaint, secondary patient assessment and intervention, spinal immobilization, lifting techniques and patient monitoring and reporting. In simulated scenarios, emphasis is placed on the ability to competently problem-solve practical skills in the provision of emergency care, along with demonstrating both leadership and effective communication skills.

Prerequisites: PAR3611

Co-requisites: PAR3633 		Patient Care Laboratory II The student continues to apply selected assessment and intervention skills for the provision of pre-hospital emergency care in simulated laboratory settings. Focus is on primary assessment and intervention, oxygen therapy and ventilation, focused history and investigation of chief complaint, secondary patient assessment and intervention, spinal immobilization, lifting techniques and patient monitoring and reporting. In simulated scenarios, emphasis is placed on the ability to competently problem-solve practical skills in the provision of emergency care, along with demonstrating both leadership and effective communication skills.

Prerequisites: PAR3611

Co-requisites: PAR3633 		60.0
PAR3633 The focus is on the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiological processes, resulting clinical features, complications, and patient management of pediatric, adult, and geriatric diseases and injuries commonly seen in emergency medicine. Emphasis is placed on developing critical-thinking skills associated with the provision of a differential diagnosis based on patient assessment findings and focused incident and past histories. Units covered include Immunology and Oncology, Integumentary and Musculoskeletal, EEENT, Acid-Base Imbalances and Respiratory and Cardiovascular.

Prerequisites: ENL1413T and ENL1423T and FIT4603 and PAR3607 and PAR3611 and PSY4705 or PAR3614

Co-requisites: PAR3600 or PAR3620 or PAR3622 or FIT4604 		Emergency Medicine I The focus is on the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiological processes, resulting clinical features, complications, and patient management of pediatric, adult, and geriatric diseases and injuries commonly seen in emergency medicine. Emphasis is placed on developing critical-thinking skills associated with the provision of a differential diagnosis based on patient assessment findings and focused incident and past histories. Units covered include Immunology and Oncology, Integumentary and Musculoskeletal, EEENT, Acid-Base Imbalances and Respiratory and Cardiovascular.

Prerequisites: ENL1413T and ENL1423T and FIT4603 and PAR3607 and PAR3611 and PSY4705 or PAR3614

Co-requisites: PAR3600 or PAR3620 or PAR3622 or FIT4604 		120.0
PAR3638 The student understands their role as an advocate for patient rights, including dignity, privacy, confidentiality and consent/non consent to treatment. Students develop critical-thinking skills in identifying issues surrounding the paramedic profession. Issues include medical ethics, professionalism, management/union relations, the development of new technology, shift work and continuing medical education. Students gain an understanding of the importance of an integrated emergency response system and are introduced to related professions, such as fire, police, air ambulance and various related community services. Ultimately, students gain an appreciation for their role as leaders and agents of change in the future of pre-hospital care.

Co-requisites: PAR3633 		Professional Development The student understands their role as an advocate for patient rights, including dignity, privacy, confidentiality and consent/non consent to treatment. Students develop critical-thinking skills in identifying issues surrounding the paramedic profession. Issues include medical ethics, professionalism, management/union relations, the development of new technology, shift work and continuing medical education. Students gain an understanding of the importance of an integrated emergency response system and are introduced to related professions, such as fire, police, air ambulance and various related community services. Ultimately, students gain an appreciation for their role as leaders and agents of change in the future of pre-hospital care.

Co-requisites: PAR3633 		45.0
Level: 03 Hours
MVM4626 Both theory and in-vehicle driving sessions emphasize driver communications, perceptions, effective vehicle operation, hazard avoidance and skid control. Emphasis is placed on defensive and safe driving techniques.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		Emergency Vehicle Operation Both theory and in-vehicle driving sessions emphasize driver communications, perceptions, effective vehicle operation, hazard avoidance and skid control. Emphasis is placed on defensive and safe driving techniques.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		15.0
PAR3630 Focus is on clinical reasoning skills that apply to patient assessment and development of a patient management plan. Using prioritization and differential diagnosis, students determine effective treatment plans based on the information available. Emphasis is placed on adapting treatment to meet the changing needs of patients. Theory of Patient Care III Focus is on clinical reasoning skills that apply to patient assessment and development of a patient management plan. Using prioritization and differential diagnosis, students determine effective treatment plans based on the information available. Emphasis is placed on adapting treatment to meet the changing needs of patients. 30.0
PAR3631 The student is presented with tutorial materials which require problem-solving skills. The learning is contingent on the students' input, which is derived from their clinical rotations in both hospital and ambulance, as well as other self-directed study. Case study presentations are based on a patient complaint-based approach. Topics include (but are not limited to) the unconscious patient, the patient with chest pain, the patient with dyspnoea, the patient with abdominal complaints, the multi-system trauma patient, the psychiatric and the violent patient.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		Patient Care Laboratory III The student is presented with tutorial materials which require problem-solving skills. The learning is contingent on the students' input, which is derived from their clinical rotations in both hospital and ambulance, as well as other self-directed study. Case study presentations are based on a patient complaint-based approach. Topics include (but are not limited to) the unconscious patient, the patient with chest pain, the patient with dyspnoea, the patient with abdominal complaints, the multi-system trauma patient, the psychiatric and the violent patient.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		60.0
PAR3634 The student gains valuable practical field experience. Under direct supervision of a paramedic crew the student participates in the performance of basic patient assessment and intervention skills. The student is given an opportunity to improve and gain competence in patient communication skills, including a focused event history and past medical history; assessment and interpretation of vital signs; provision of safe lifting techniques; providing skills, such as oxygen therapy, splinting and bandaging, CPR and spinal immobilization. The student develops leadership skills, demonstrates initiative and motivation and develops teamwork skills. The student is also able to integrate their theoretical and laboratory experience into the practical setting. The student demonstrates professionalism through compliance with patient confidentiality, through dress and comportment, working under stress and taking responsibility for actions, adapting to shift work, by maintaining base knowledge, and through compliance with documentation and reporting. Paramedic Practicum I The student gains valuable practical field experience. Under direct supervision of a paramedic crew the student participates in the performance of basic patient assessment and intervention skills. The student is given an opportunity to improve and gain competence in patient communication skills, including a focused event history and past medical history; assessment and interpretation of vital signs; provision of safe lifting techniques; providing skills, such as oxygen therapy, splinting and bandaging, CPR and spinal immobilization. The student develops leadership skills, demonstrates initiative and motivation and develops teamwork skills. The student is also able to integrate their theoretical and laboratory experience into the practical setting. The student demonstrates professionalism through compliance with patient confidentiality, through dress and comportment, working under stress and taking responsibility for actions, adapting to shift work, by maintaining base knowledge, and through compliance with documentation and reporting. 100.0
PAR3637 The student acquires the skills necessary to perform advanced assessment and intervention to both trauma patients and the critically ill. This includes: advanced airway management (LMAS, King LTs), starting and monitoring IVs; cardiac monitoring with arrhythmia and 12 lead ECG interpretation; Defibrillation; and administering medication including epinephrine, glucagon, ASA, nitroglycerine and Ventolin based on Ministry of Health protocols. The student also becomes familiar with the equipment used by advanced care paramedics.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		Medical Directives The student acquires the skills necessary to perform advanced assessment and intervention to both trauma patients and the critically ill. This includes: advanced airway management (LMAS, King LTs), starting and monitoring IVs; cardiac monitoring with arrhythmia and 12 lead ECG interpretation; Defibrillation; and administering medication including epinephrine, glucagon, ASA, nitroglycerine and Ventolin based on Ministry of Health protocols. The student also becomes familiar with the equipment used by advanced care paramedics.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		40.0
PAR3640 Practical clinical experience is provided such that students apply the knowledge and skills related to patient assessment, evaluation and management in a controlled and supervised environment. Rotations are done in both adult and pediatric emergency departments, obstetrics and other selected sites. In addition, students gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of other healthcare members in acute care settings, as well as the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with the hospital setting. Students gain an understanding and appreciation for the continuity of care that is an essential aspect of emergency medicine. Students also develop important clinical reasoning skills, which aid in differential diagnosis of acute care patients.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		Hospital Clinical Practicum Practical clinical experience is provided such that students apply the knowledge and skills related to patient assessment, evaluation and management in a controlled and supervised environment. Rotations are done in both adult and pediatric emergency departments, obstetrics and other selected sites. In addition, students gain an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of other healthcare members in acute care settings, as well as the diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with the hospital setting. Students gain an understanding and appreciation for the continuity of care that is an essential aspect of emergency medicine. Students also develop important clinical reasoning skills, which aid in differential diagnosis of acute care patients.

Co-requisites: PAR3645 		80.0
PAR3645 The focus is on the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiological processes, resulting clinical features, complications, and patient management of pediatric, adult, and geriatric diseases and injuries commonly seen in emergency medicine. Emphasis is placed on developing critical-thinking skills associated with providing a differential diagnosis. Units covered include Abdominal-Renal, Endocrinology, Neurology, Environmental, Shock Physiology, Obstetrics and Pediatrics.

Prerequisites: FIT4604 and PAR3600 and PAR3620 and PAR3622 and PAR3633 and PAR3638

Co-requisites: MVM4626 and PAR3631 and PAR3634 and PAR3637 and PAR3640 		Emergency Medicine II The focus is on the epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiological processes, resulting clinical features, complications, and patient management of pediatric, adult, and geriatric diseases and injuries commonly seen in emergency medicine. Emphasis is placed on developing critical-thinking skills associated with providing a differential diagnosis. Units covered include Abdominal-Renal, Endocrinology, Neurology, Environmental, Shock Physiology, Obstetrics and Pediatrics.

Prerequisites: FIT4604 and PAR3600 and PAR3620 and PAR3622 and PAR3633 and PAR3638

Co-requisites: MVM4626 and PAR3631 and PAR3634 and PAR3637 and PAR3640 		120.0
Level: 04 Hours
PAR3641 Students are provided with a concentrated period of field practical experience. The field practicum allows students to experience a wide variety of calls and demonstrate competence in working as an integral member of a team. Students demonstrate competence in: scene management; patient interviewing techniques; physical assessments; critical thinking and clinical reasoning; and patient management. They also demonstrate leadership, an ability to multitask and delegate, an ability to adapt effectively to changing circumstances, as well as an ability to cope with stress through the nature of calls and the nature of shift work. Finally, competence in reporting and medical documentation is demonstrated.

Prerequisites: MVM4626 and PAR3631 and PAR3634 and PAR3637 and PAR3640 and PAR3645 		Paramedic Practicum II Students are provided with a concentrated period of field practical experience. The field practicum allows students to experience a wide variety of calls and demonstrate competence in working as an integral member of a team. Students demonstrate competence in: scene management; patient interviewing techniques; physical assessments; critical thinking and clinical reasoning; and patient management. They also demonstrate leadership, an ability to multitask and delegate, an ability to adapt effectively to changing circumstances, as well as an ability to cope with stress through the nature of calls and the nature of shift work. Finally, competence in reporting and medical documentation is demonstrated.

Prerequisites: MVM4626 and PAR3631 and PAR3634 and PAR3637 and PAR3640 and PAR3645 		400.0
PAR3646 Students relate and integrate theoretical concepts previously learned in clinical and field placements. Through a complaint-based approach students are presented with multi-dimensional case studies. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and clinical reasoning in order to provide a sound management plan based on a provisional and differential diagnosis. Toxicology and comprehensive review in emergency medicine are the focus. Comprehensive theoretical exams, as well as a simulated practical scenario, which demonstrates leadership, multi-tasking, delegation, and sound clinical judgement and intervention comprise the evaluation of this course. Successful students are certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Students participate in interprofessional scenarios and workshops with other healthcare professionals.

Co-requisites: PAR3641 		Paramedic Consolidation Students relate and integrate theoretical concepts previously learned in clinical and field placements. Through a complaint-based approach students are presented with multi-dimensional case studies. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and clinical reasoning in order to provide a sound management plan based on a provisional and differential diagnosis. Toxicology and comprehensive review in emergency medicine are the focus. Comprehensive theoretical exams, as well as a simulated practical scenario, which demonstrates leadership, multi-tasking, delegation, and sound clinical judgement and intervention comprise the evaluation of this course. Successful students are certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Students participate in interprofessional scenarios and workshops with other healthcare professionals.

Co-requisites: PAR3641 		55.0
Choose one from equivalencies: Hours
GED0620 Students choose one course, from a group of general education electives, which meets one of the following five theme requirements: Arts in Society, Civic Life, Social and Cultural Understanding, Personal Understanding, and Science and Technology.

Equivalencies: ARC9001 or DSN2001 or ENV0002 or FAM1218 or FIN2300 or GED5200 or GED5300 or GEN1957 or GEN2000 or GEN2007 or GEN2009 or HIS0001 or HIS2000 or HOS2228 or LIB1982 or MGT7330 or MVM8800 or PSI1702 or RAD2001 or SOC2003 or GED5002 or GED5004 or GED5005 or GED5006 or GED6022 or ENL7643 or GED1896 or GED5009 or PSI0003 		General Education Elective Students choose one course, from a group of general education electives, which meets one of the following five theme requirements: Arts in Society, Civic Life, Social and Cultural Understanding, Personal Understanding, and Science and Technology.

Equivalencies: ARC9001 or DSN2001 or ENV0002 or FAM1218 or FIN2300 or GED5200 or GED5300 or GEN1957 or GEN2000 or GEN2007 or GEN2009 or HIS0001 or HIS2000 or HOS2228 or LIB1982 or MGT7330 or MVM8800 or PSI1702 or RAD2001 or SOC2003 or GED5002 or GED5004 or GED5005 or GED5006 or GED6022 or ENL7643 or GED1896 or GED5009 or PSI0003 		45.0

Fees & Expenses

Tuition Fees: $2,262.26 per term in Levels 01 and 02 and $2,178.47 per term in Levels 03 and 04.

Information Technology Fee: $62 per term. *

Mobile Computing Fee: $150 per term. **

Incidental Fees: $100 in Level 01 and $400 in Level 03.

Student Activity/Sports Fee: $200.50 per term in Levels 01, 02 and 03 and 76.30 in Level 04.

Student Commons/Auditorium Fee: $22 per term in Levels 01, 02 and 03.

Student Centre Building Fee: $17.50 per term in Levels 01, 02 and 03.

Health Service Fee: $20 per term.

Health Plan Fee: $117.02 paid once annually. ***

A $40 graduation fee is payable in the final term.

A $25 transcript fee is payable in the first term a student attends
Algonquin College.

International Students pay all relevant Canadian fees plus an International Premium of $4,400 per term.

* Students paying the Information Technology fee are provided with a network account, an email address, and Internet access. For more information please visit our website at www.algonquincollege.com/its/support/IT-Fee/index-it-fee.htm

** The Mobile Computing Fee covers the costs associated with providing various services to students registered in a mandatory laptop programs.

*** Students who have coverage with another plan can request a refund by supplying the Students' Association with documentation supporting the request. This request will have to be made annually.

The certification fee for the A.E.M.C.A. examination set by the Ministry of Health is approximately $250. Textbooks and manuals cost approximately $2,000 in year one and $600 in year two and can be purchased in the campus bookstore. A uniform and supplies cost approximately $1,000.

Admission Requirements 

College Eligibility

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR
  • Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
  • General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
  • Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $40 (subject to change) will be charged.
Program Eligibility
  • English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
  • Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent).
  • Biology, Grade 11 (SBI3C or equivalent).
  • Chemistry, Grade 12 (SCH4C or equivalent).
  • Read, sign and return the Information Sheet.
  • Ontario Class 'F' driver's licence, or equivalent N.B. Applicants without a driver's licence require a minimum of 20 months to obtain a Class F. Confirmation of the Ontario Class "F" driver's licence must be submitted no later than August 1st.
  • First Aid Certificate and Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (C.P.R. - Level C).
  • Recognition of previously earned post-secondary credentials is given during the selection process for this program.
  • All applicants must complete testing through our Test Centre, for which a fee of $50 will be charged. Results of the tests will be considered in the final evaluation of the applicants. Applicants will be permitted to attend only one testing session each year.
  • Accepted applicants must submit a Health Assessment Form and provide an Immunization certificate prior to entry into the program. In order to progress in the program, students will be required to pass a physical fitness test measuring aerobic capacity, strength, and flexibility.
Applicants coming directly out of Secondary School are encouraged to take the Pre-Health Sciences program in General Arts and Science prior to taking the Paramedic program.


Police Records Check Documentation:
Successful completion of clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from the Paramedic program. Agencies that provide placement opportunities require you to have a clear Police Records Check for Service with the
Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS). Your acceptance for placement is at the discretion of the agency. If you register in the program without a clear PRCSVS and as a result are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to graduate.

Clinical Placement Eligibility:
To be eligible for placement, you must submit proof of a clear PRCSVS, which will be retained on your departmental file and used only for purposes related to your placement. You will be required to disclose the contents of the PRCSVS, including all notations, to the placement agencies.

It is your responsibility to obtain the PRCSVS from your local Police Department prior to the deadline identified by your Department and to pay any associated costs. It may take a long time to obtain this documentation; please submit your application as early as possible. Should you require further information, contact the Program Chair.

Application Information

Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

ontariocolleges.ca
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario N1G 5J3
1-888-892-2228

Applications are available online at www.ontariocolleges.ca A $95 fee applies.

Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission received by February 1 will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1 will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

International applicants applying from out-of-country can obtain the International Student Application Form at https://xweb.algonquincollege.com/FormIE/index.aspx or by contacting the Registrar's Office.

For further information on the admissions process, contact:

Registrar's Office
Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Ave, Room C150
Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8
Telephone: 613-727-0002
Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723
TTY: 613-727-7766
Fax: 613-727-7632
Email: AskUs@algonquincollege.com

Additional Information

The Paramedic program is an intensive program of study delivered at the Woodroffe Campus in state-of-the-art facilities. The program is best suited to candidates with strong leadership skillss who are high academic achievers interested in a dynamic and challenging learning experience.

The Paramedic program is an integrated program of study, which builds on the base knowledge and skills of each previous term. Consequently, all courses in each level must be successfully completed in order to progress to the next level. A maximum of three years is allowed to complete the program.

For more information, contact Jim Whittle, Program Coordinator, at 613-727-4723 ext. 6047 or jim.whittle@algonquincollege.com.

Every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. The College reserves the right to modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable, or campus location at any time