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| School | College of the North Atlantic | | |
| Location | St. John's, NL, Canada | | |
| School Type | College | | |
| School Size | Full-time Undergraduate: 12,000
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| Degree | Diploma | | |
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| Length | 68 Week(s) | | |
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| Prerequisites | - English
- 4 of Mathematics
- 2 of Biology or Chemistry
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| Prerequisites Notes | High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
I. English: 3201 or 3202 (minimum 60%)
II. Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from: Advanced: 2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course), Academic: 2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
III. Two Science courses: Biology: 3201, Chemistry: 3202
Applicants must also have a current CPR Certificate (Level HCP), current First Aid Certificate (Standard), a Class 05 Learner (Level 1) Drivers License (minimum), a current Certificate of Conduct, an immunization record, and a Health Assessment Form (including a pre-physical fitness activity check). | | |
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| Description | Provision of emergency medical services (EMS) is a unique and vital community service. Paramedics are highly skilled members of a health care team who function within the discipline of emergency and pre-hospital care. Paramedics initiate medical treatment for individuals in urgent and non-urgent situations. Based on sound knowledge, these practitioners demonstrate rational problem-solving abilities and excellent decision-making skills. This program addresses the operational/procedural skills of the primary care paramedics, as well as the ethical and professional behaviours such as effective communication. Mental/physical fitness and healthy lifestyles are emphasized throughout the program, as paramedics must be fit to perform the requirements of the occupation. This is a challenging program that provides the student with extensive classroom and clinical/practicum experience. Graduates of this program will be prepared to work in a competent and skillful manner providing pre-hospital care in accordance with the national standards for paramedics. | | |
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