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Advanced Care Paramedic

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

www.sait.ca
The Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) program provides education and training to those who wish to extend their professional training and credentials to work as paramedics. In the ACP program, students become extensively familiar with human anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, as well as a wide variety of pharmacological and other therapies. Students in this program spend their first year acquiring a strong theoretical framework in areas such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, treatments for various medical and traumatic emergencies, adult advanced life support, neonatal resuscitation protocol, and assessment skills. Opportunities to practice these skills and integrate theory into practice are provided through simulation laboratory classes. In the second year, students begin their clinical and ambulance practica placements while simultaneously learning about precepting and professional practice. Students will also prepare for registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics as an ACP.
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Office of the Registrar
1301 16 Avenue NW
Calgary, Alberta, T2M0L4, Canada

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  • Program Type Standard
  • Credential Type Diploma
  • Length 2 Years
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning
Admission Requirements

Completion of a Primary Care Paramedic or an Emergency Medical Technician certificate program, or equivalent. Proof of completion must be submitted by August 1.

Successful applicants must meet or exceed a score of 50% in the School of Health and Public Safety's Entrance Testing Process.

All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.


Student Aid

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2023/08/01 to 2024/07/31*.

  • Books/Supplies/Instruments $7,440.00 Year One
  • Tuition $5,490.00 Year One
  • Mandatory Fees $1,900.00 Year One

* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Transfer(s) Eligibility

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Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Yes

Updated October 04, 2023. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

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