Advanced Care Paramedics (ACPs) are integral members of Emergency Medical Services and provide advanced life support, medical and trauma care in health services, community and industrial settings. They may be the first to arrive on scene, they may be the only provider in remote areas, or they may work collaboratively in a team with other EMS/health care providers, first responders (i.e. Fire, Police) or community support agencies. The ACP scope of practice includes, but is not limited to the following: professional responsibilities, communication, health and safety, assessment and diagnostics, therapeutics, integration, transportation, health promotion and public safety.
The Portage College ACP full-time program is provided using a blended delivery model. This format allows students who are unable to relocate from their home community for the duration of their education program, the opportunity to pursue an Advanced Care Paramedic diploma. By using the multi-modal approach to instruction, students can do the majority of theory instruction from home. For each 3-credit course, students can expect to spend an average of 6-10 hours studying per week. During the eleven (11) mandatory on-site weeks, practical skills are assessed at the level of proficiency. Some written exams are scheduled during onsite weeks but students may be required to arrange to have other exams supervised at any Portage College campus or by an approved invigilator when not on site. Students are responsible for all costs associated with exam invigilation external to Portage College. The program includes two ambulance placements and a clinical placement. Graduates are eligible to write the Provincial Registration Examination and become a registered practitioner with the Alberta College of Paramedics which is required to practice as an ACP in Alberta. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 60 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Biology 30 with minimum 60%
English 30 or 30-1 with minimum 60% OR English 33 or 30-2 with minimum 70%
Math 20 pure or Math 20-1 with minimum 50% OR Math 20-2 minimum 60%
Chemistry 30 strongly recommended |
| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.5] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 25]
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| Application Notes : | Minimum age 18
Registered Unrestricted PCP (EMT) with Alberta College of Paramedic (ACP)
Copy of Heart & Stroke - HCP - Level C certificate issued within six months of program start date
Photocopy of current Class 4 Alberta driver's license OR Portage College Waiver form
Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
Must attend mandatory selection day in March
Apple IPad or Android Tablet for competency tracking with CompTracker Program. Please contact the program for additional details or questions. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.