Centennial College's Paramedic program takes pride in its exceptional standards, high-quality graduates and high employment rates.
You'll spend two years in Paramedic courses that will cover emergency, medical, trauma and psychological situations through hands-on training in state-of-the-art lab facilities at the College's Morningside campus. Besides physical care, you'll also learn to provide support to people in crisis, drawing on a unique combination of analytical and professional therapeutic skills. Your career advantage will be furthered by the fact that paramedics who actively work in the field teach the courses.
Once you complete the Paramedic program, you'll be eligible and well prepared to take the Ministry of Health exam for Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant (A-EMCA). Graduates have consistently scored above the provincial average on the A-EMCA certification exam. Because ministry regulations require this certification for employment as a paramedic in Ontario, Paramedic graduates enjoy an excellent reputation in the field. |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- Grade12 English
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Physics or Chemistry
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
Grade 12 English (C or U) or equivalent (minimum grade required). This requirement must have been completed within seven years of the program start date.
Grade 11 Mathematics (M or U) or Grade 12 (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required). The course used for admission must have been completed within seven years of the program start date.
Grade 11 Biology (C or U) or Grade 12 (C or U), or equivalent (minimum grade required). The course used for admission must have been completed within seven years of the program start date.
Grade 11 (C or U) or Grade 12 (C, U, or M) One additional science (Physics, Chemistry or Exercise Science), or equivalent (minimum grade required). The course used for admission must have been completed within seven years of the program start date. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | After admission but prior to beginning the clinical and/or field placement, you are required to:
Provide a medical doctor's statement, certifying a standard of health acceptable to Centennial College, clinical and affiliated EMS agencies. The statement must be, as outlined in the Ambulance Act, used in practical experience, and as required for a Class "F" driver's license
Not have been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude (clear vulnerable persons police background record searches are completed throughout the program)
A Class "F" license is required for employment in the province of Ontario (but not for program admission)
Successfully complete, and annually renew, a recognized course in CPR (health care provider level)
Successfully complete a recognized course in standard first aid
Attend mask fit testing provided by Centennial College (shaving of portions of face is required if applicable to meet safety standards) |
* 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.