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Paramedics serve as first responders in emergency healthcare, delivering critical care during accidents and crises. Their responsibilities include performing CPR, defibrillation, cardiac monitoring, pulse oximetry, airway management, administering emergency medications, controlling severe bleeding, and stabilizing spinal, neck, and bone injuries. This program is ideal for students who thrive in high-pressure environments. Candidates should possess strong critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to multitask effectively. Physical fitness is essential, as the role requires lifting heavy weights without restrictions.
Program Highlights
Real-world experience through hospital and ambulance clinical rotations.
Practical training in state-of-the-art labs and simulation facilities.
Graduates qualify to take the Ontario Ministry of Health's Advanced EMCA (Primary Care Paramedic) certification exam.
Career Opportunities
Employment options include public and private ambulance services. With further education at Ontario institutions, graduates can advance to become Advanced Care Paramedics or Flight Paramedics.