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New Brunswick Primary Care Paramedic Program | Program Overview:
Next Intake: Fall 2026
Location: Moncton, New Brunswick
Duration: 12 months
Delivery: Full-time (No online or part-time study options are available)
OLS Academy’s Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Diploma Program is a nationally accredited, intensive 12-month program designed to prepare students for entry-level practice as Primary Care Paramedics within Canada’s evolving healthcare system.
The program integrates classroom instruction, simulation-based laboratory training, a hospital clinical practicum, and a supervised ambulance preceptorship, allowing students to progressively develop and apply their knowledge, skills, and professional behaviours across both simulated and real-world environments. Instruction is grounded in established paramedic practice while incorporating contemporary educational and clinical standards aligned with the National Occupational Competency Profile (NOCP) and emerging National Competency Framework for Paramedics (NCFP).
Throughout the program, students advance from foundational skill development to applied clinical reasoning and decision-making, culminating in an integrated clinical practicum and ambulance preceptorship that supports readiness for independent, entry-level practice.
Our program prepares students with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and competently serve their communities as integral members of the healthcare team. During the program, our students learn:
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Safe working practices and risk management
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Human anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology
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Assessment and management of medical and traumatic conditions
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Emergency scene management and patient prioritization
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Patient handling, extrication, and safe lifting techniques
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Clinical reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving
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Professional communication and documentation
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Paramedic service operations and healthcare system integration
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Physical readiness and strategies to support personal well-being
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Safe and defensive driving principles
Why Choose OLS Academy?
Experience
When passion and experience collide, amazing things happen.
Through engaging lectures and a dynamic learning environment, our experienced Faculty will turn your passion for helping others, into a career.
Simulation
Paramedics must perform effectively in a wide range of clinical and emergent environments. To prepare students for real-world practice, our educators use advanced tools such as the iSimulate REALITi system and fully functional ambulance simulators, delivering immersive, simulation-based training.
Check out our most recent simulations by clicking this link.
Fitness
Physical strength is a critical component for Paramedics.
That's why our Academy has a full GYM onsite and a full time Personal Fitness Trainer to guide our students throughout their studies.
Admission Pathways:
Traditional Admissions Pathway:
Candidates seeking admission into the Program via the Traditional Admissions Pathway will progress through three phases.
Phase 1 - Pre-Selection:
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements at the time of admission, unless otherwise specified:
General Requirements:
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Be at least 18 years of age at the time of admission.
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Proof of Highschool Diploma or G.E.D. or C.A.E.C.
Academic Requirements:
Applicants must have successfully completed Grade 11 or 12 level coursework with a final grade of 65% or higher in each required subject, including:
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English
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Mathematics
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Science:
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Biology or Chemistry is preferred.
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Legal Requirements:
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Provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check:
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Must be valid within the past 30-days.
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Candidates with findings that may impact fitness to practice or regulatory eligibility may be reviewed through a pre-admission referral process, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
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Driver’s Licence or Government Issued I.D:
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Candidates must submit a copy of their driver's licence or government issued I.D:
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Please note: Candidates must be eligible to obtain a Class 4 driver’s licence by program completion:
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Candidates are asked to direct questions regarding their eligibility to attain a Class 4 license to their licensing agency. (Service New Brunswick, Access Nova Scotia etc.)
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Pre-Selection Package:
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Complete and submit the Pre-Selection Package:
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Candidate Information Form
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Pre-admission Self-Interview Questionnaire
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Letter of Reference Form
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Phase 2 - Selection:
Once documents are received and validated, the candidate will be scheduled for a virtual interview with a member of the Faculty, hosted via the Google Meet platform.
Phase 3 - Offer of Acceptance:
If successful in the interview, the candidate will be issued an offer of acceptance.
Mature Student Admissions Pathway:
OLS Academy understands that changes in life’s trajectory can occur at any stage. It is strongly felt that no individual should face undue challenges in changing that trajectory no matter the timing of their decision to do so. Individuals classed as "Mature Students" who do not meet standard academic requirements may be considered through the Academy’s formal equivalency and mature student assessment process, which includes additional evaluation and testing.
A Mature Student is an applicant who:
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Is at least 21 years of age at the time of application AND
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DOES NOT meet the admission requirements for direct acceptance via the traditional admissions pathway
The eligibility for Mature Students will be evaluated on a case by case basis, with the following taken into consideration:
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Work experience
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Faculty interview results
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Candidate Suitability Test (CaST) results
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Comportment
Candidates seeking admission into the Program via the Mature Student Admissions Pathway will progress through three phases.
Phase 1 - Pre-Selection:
General Requirements:
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Be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
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Proof of Highschool Diploma or G.E.D. or C.A.E.C.
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Submit a Resume with Cover Letter
Legal Requirements:
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Provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check:
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Must be valid within the past 30-days.
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Candidates with findings that may impact fitness to practice or regulatory eligibility may be reviewed through a pre-admission referral process, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
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Driver’s Licence or Government Issued I.D:
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Candidates must submit a copy of their driver's licence or government issued I.D:
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Please note: Candidates must be eligible to obtain a Class 4 driver’s licence by program completion:
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Candidates are asked to direct questions regarding their eligibility to attain a Class 4 license to their licensing agency. (Service New Brunswick, Access Nova Scotia etc.)
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Pre-Selection Package:
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Complete and submit the Pre-Selection Package:
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Candidate Information Form
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Pre-admission Self-Interview Questionnaire
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Letter of Reference Form
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Phase 2 - Selection:
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Once these documents are received and validated, the candidate will be scheduled for a virtual interview with a member of the Faculty, hosted via the Google Meet platform.
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The candidate will then be scheduled for an in-person writing of the Candidate Suitability Test (CaST).
Phase 3 - Offer of Acceptance:
If successful in the interview and if the minimum standard is achieved on the Candidate Suitability Test, the candidate will be issued an offer of acceptance.
Regardless of Admissions Pathway, all candidates must submit:
Once granted admission and prior to participation in any clinical or preceptorship placement (April 2027), all OLSA Student Paramedics must:
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*Submit Immunization Record or Proof of Immunity to:
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MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
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Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
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Tetanus
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Diphtheria
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Hepatitis B
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Varicella
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Provide proof of two-step Tuberculosis (TB) screening
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Provide proof of Hepatitis C screening
*Vaccination, screening, and proof of immunity prerequisites are mandatory requirements for participation in clinical and preceptorship placements.
** Additional fees may be incurred to obtain prerequisite items such as a Criminal Record Check. These fees remain the responsibility of the candidate.
Requirements for the program:
Items included in the tuition, can be found under Tuition & Fees.
In addition to the items provided by the Academy, students are required to have personal access to a tablet device with an external keyboard (Apple or Android).
OLS Academy utilizes the CompTracker system and a Learning Management System (LMS) throughout the duration of the program. These platforms are essential to course delivery, assessment, documentation, and academic communication.
It is the responsibility of the student to ensure their device meets the minimum technical requirements necessary to support these systems. Current device specifications can be found by clicking here (CompTracker) and clicking here (TalentLMS).
