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.

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Credential: Diploma 

Campus Location: Moncton, N.B.

Program Length: 12 months

Next Intake: August 2021

Why Choose OLS Academy?

Admission Requirements:

To qualify for our Selection Process, you must meet the mandatory pre-requisites. 

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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. 

• Successfully complete the following courses, with a minimum average of 65%. 

  • Biology 11 or 12

  • English 11 or 12

  • Math 11 or 12

• Be at least 19 years old, prior to the start of the Preceptorship Phase.

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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:

• Is at least 21 years of age AND

• DOES NOT meet the admission requirements for direct acceptance via the traditional admissions pathway

Eligibility for Mature Students will be evaluated on a case by case basis. The following will be considered:

• High school transcripts if available

• Work experience

• Panel interview results

• Comportment

Regardless of Admissions Pathway, all candidates must: 

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• Provide proof of a valid drivers license. 

• Submit a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check.

• Submit Immunization Record.

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)​

  • Pertussis (Whooping Cough)

  • Tetanus

  • Diphtheria

  • Hepatitis B

  • Varicella

  • Proof of two-step Tuberculosis (TB) screening

• Complete the Pre-Selection Package.

  • Candidate Information Form

  • Pre-admission Self-Interview Questionnaire

  • Interview with a Paramedic Form

  • Letter of Reference Form

• Pay application fee. ($100)​

This fee will be applied directly to your tuition, should you be accepted into the program.​

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Admissions Schedule: