OLS Academy has a passion for Paramedic Education. Let our team of experienced Paramedic Educators, turn your dream into a career, in as little as 12 months.
Program Overview:
Paramedics are tasked with a variety of responsibilities in both the out-of-hospital and in-hospital settings. OLS Academy's Diploma in Primary Care Paramedicine, ensures you are prepared to meet these challenges head-on. Our experienced, Paramedic Educators, working in conjunction with a simulation program unique to OLS Academy, will ensure you are prepared for an exciting career as a Paramedic.
Credential: Diploma
Campus Location: Moncton, N.B.
Program Length: 12 months
Next Intake: August 2022
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 are expected to perform in a variety of clinical and emergent environments.
Tools such as the iSimulate System, allow our Simulationist to expose students to these environments, in a safe and controlled setting.
Fitness
Physical strength is a critical component for Paramedics.
That's why our Campus has a full gym on site and employs a Personal Fitness Trainer, to guide students throughout their studies.
Our Training Partnership with Quantum Jiu-Jitsu provides students the opportunity to practice self defense skills and build cardiovascular endurance.
Admission Requirements:
To qualify for our Selection Process, you must meet the mandatory pre-requisites.
Traditional Admissions Pathway:
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Provide proof of successful completion of Grade 12. (Diploma or GED)
If you are currently in Grade 12, a letter from your school indicating you are a student in good-standing, is required.
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Successfully complete the following courses, with a minimum average of 65%.
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Biology 11 or 12
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English 11 or 12
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Math 11 or 12
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Be at least 19 years old, prior to the start of the Preceptorship Phase. (April 25th, 2023)
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" will have the opportunity to enroll into OLS Academy’s Primary Care Program via an alternate admissions path.
A Mature Student is an applicant who:
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Is at least 21 years of age 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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Panel interview results
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Comportment
Candidates pursuing the Mature Student Pathway to admission, must submit:
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Proof of High School graduation or GED
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Resume with Cover Letter
Regardless of admissions pathway, all candidates must:
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Provide proof of a valid drivers license. (Class 5)
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Submit a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
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Valid within the past 30-days.
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Submit Immunization Record or Proof of Immunity to:
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COVID-19
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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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Proof of two-step Tuberculosis (TB) screening
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Complete the Pre-Selection Package.
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Candidate Information Form
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Pre-admission Self-Interview Questionnaire
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Interview with a Paramedic Form
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Letter of Reference Form
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Pay application fee. ($100)
This fee will be applied directly to your tuition, should you be accepted into the program.