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In-Person
Schedule
Full time
Start date
Jan 27, May 26, Sept 22
Graduate as a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) in 16 months
Feel the satisfaction of saving lives for a living – get Primary Care Paramedic career training at Oxford College. Paramedics are true heroes without a cape. They are the ones we rely on in times of medical crisis. If you are level-headed, unfettered in emergency situations, and think you could provide emergency medical care, then being a paramedic could be the right career move for you.
As a Paramedic, you would:
- Be responsible for responding to emergency medical situations, stabilizing the patient, and getting them to the hospital quickly and safely.
- Coordinate with other emergency workers, and assist hospital staff when needed, documenting the illness or injury and treatment provided.
Oxford College’s Primary Care Paramedic program equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to work in this dynamic profession. Our graduates get jobs – 95% are successful in six months following graduation!
Invaluable Primary Care Paramedic Skills
During the Primary Care Paramedic program, you will:
Assess the extent of injuries or medical illnesses of trauma victims, patients with respiratory disease and stress, overdose and poisoning victims, industrial accident victims, and other ill or injured individuals to determine emergency medical treatment
Administer pre-hospital emergency care to patients such as oxygen therapy, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), spinal immobilization, bandaging, and splinting
Apply adjunctive equipment for ventilation and circulation complications, administer medications, and provide other advanced emergency treatment to patients
Transport patients to a hospital or other medical facilities for further medical care
Collaborate with ambulance dispatch centres, hospital staff, police, firefighters, and family members to ensure relevant information is collected and proper treatment is administered
Document and record the nature of injuries and illnesses and treatment provided
Maintain ambulances and emergency care equipment and supplies
Train and supervise other workers in this unit group
Countless Career Opportunities
Graduates are employed by private ambulance services, hospitals, fire departments, government departments and agencies, manufacturing firms, mining companies, and other private sector establishments.
Upon completion of the program, you may find employment as:
- Primary Care Paramedic
- Patient Transfer
- Private Events
Primary Care Paramedic Salary
$81,952
Median Annual Salary
77%
Employment Rate*
- Graduates hired by private ambulance services, hospitals & fire departments
- Training to prepare you for the Advanced Emergency Medical Care Assistant (AEMCA) examination
- Advance into Emergency Medical Services, Nursing, Health Information Technology and much more!
*Employment Rate based on 2022 contactable Oxford College graduates employed in a related field within 12 months.
Source: workingincanada.gc.ca
Salary source for primary care paramedics in Ontario with lowest 10% earning $58,240 to the highest 10% of workers earning $101,920.
We Equip You with Relevant Skills
Oxford College’s Primary Care Paramedic program equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to work in this dynamic profession. As one of the few private post-secondary institutions in Canada that offer this program, Oxford College brings you unparalleled specialized training.
As a Primary Care Paramedic, you will administer pre-hospital emergency medical care to patients with injuries or medical illnesses and transport them to hospitals or other medical facilities for further medical care. Through hands-on learning, you will develop critical-thinking and decision-making skills to effectively deal with medical emergencies. You will also be trained to communicate with patients, family members, and other healthcare professionals in a professional and compassionate manner.
Program details
We Equip You with Relevant Skills
Oxford College’s Primary Care Paramedic program equips you with the necessary skills and knowledge to work in this dynamic profession. As one of the few private post-secondary institutions in Canada that offer this program, Oxford College brings you unparalleled specialized training.
As a Primary Care Paramedic, you will administer pre-hospital emergency medical care to patients with injuries or medical illnesses and transport them to hospitals or other medical facilities for further medical care. Through hands-on learning, you will develop critical-thinking and decision-making skills to effectively deal with medical emergencies. You will also be trained to communicate with patients, family members, and other healthcare professionals in a professional and compassionate manner.
Get Certified And Become More Employable
The clinical component of our Primary Care Paramedic Program is regulated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC). Our curriculum follows the guidelines of the Primary Care Paramedic’s scope of practice and prepares you to take the AEMCA examination offered by MOHLTC. Becoming certified shows that you meet the MOHLTC’s professional standards, which employers look for. Gaining this certification shows you are capable and competent, and it can open employment opportunities to you.
Train Using a Fully Equipped Ambulance
The fully outfitted ambulance will provide you with the chance to learn in facilities that are similar to what you will encounter when you enter the working work. Training with actual equipment means you will already have bridged any potential knowledge gap when you pursue work as a Paramedic. You’ll be familiar with the equipment and procedures, and that confidence will be apparent to your employer, coworkers, and patients.
Scholarships
Ian Campbell was a student in our Primary Care Paramedic Program who passed away in a tragic accident on March 20, 2006. The Ian Campbell Memorial Scholarship Award was created to remember Ian Campbell and honor a hard-working student who exhibits the same characteristics that Ian displayed. Applicants must be a recent Oxford College Primary Care Paramedic graduate to qualify. Learn more about our scholarship opportunities by visiting our Scholarships page.
Course Listings: Primary Care Paramedic
- ANPH 108 – Anatomy & Physiology
- COMM 108 – Communication
- GNED 108/208 – General Education
- HBCI 108 – Human Behavior & Crisis Intervention
- LABP 108 – Laboratory Practice
- PATH 108 – Pathophysiology
- PCBM 108 – Patient Care Body Mechanics
- PCTH 108 – Patient Care Theory
- PCLB 108 – Patient Care Lab
- AMOP 108 – Ambulance Operations
- ANPH 208 – Anatomy & Physiology
- COMM 208 – Communications
- HBCI 208 – Human Behavior & Crisis Intervention
- LABP 208 – Laboratory Practice
- MLIE 108 – Medical Legal Issues & Ethics
- PATH 208 – Pathophysiology
- PCTH 208 – Patient Care Theory
- PCLB 208 – Patient Care Lab
- PHRM 108 – Pharmacology
- ACLN 108 – Ambulance Clinical
- AMOP 208 – Ambulance Operations
- HCLN 108 – Hospital Clinical
- RESE 108 – Introduction to Research
- LABP 308 – Laboratory Practice
- PCTH 308 – Patient Care Theory
- PCLB 308 – Patient Care Lab
- PHRM 208 – Pharmacology
- PCON 108 – Paramedic Consolidation
- COMR 108 – Comprehensive Review
Admission Requirements
High School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Status with Wonderlic AND Sr. Biology, Sr. Chemistry, Grade 12 Math OR Completion of PCP (Primary Care Paramedic) Prep Course Clinic Requirements Include Current Immunization Record Including COVID Vaccine Clear CPIC (Canadian Police Information Centre) Physical Abilities Clearance
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you superior fast-track education
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff, who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process
Testimonials
“ Joining Oxford College was one of the greatest decisions I have made and I feel so fortunate to be one of your students. I’m really enjoying your virtual classes, you are an amazing and inspiring mentor. The style and method of your teaching tells me that I’m on the right track towards my potential career. “
-Abdelgadir Gadam, Oxford Graduate