Requirements for high school graduates without prior Paramedic training

In Ontario, high school graduates who wish to become a paramedic must attend a recognized college Paramedic program. Almost all college Paramedic programs are 2 years in length.










Generally colleges require the following prior to the start of their program:

· Current Standard First Aid (or equivalent) certificate
· Current CPR (C) - Basic Rescuer level (or equivalent) certificate
· Senior Biology high school course (grade 11 or higher)
· Senior Science high school course (other than biology)
· Class 'F' Drivers License - Ontario
· Current Immunizations (including Hepatitis B, Chicken Pox -if needed-, & flu shot recommended)
· Be Communicable Disease free
· Be physically fit & able to lift
· Possess good communication skills & be able to fluently read & write English (French also required for francophone programs)
· Be at least 18 years old prior to beginning preceptorship (on-the-job) training

Province of Ontario
Ambulance Act of Ontario ONTARIO REGULATION 257/00

www.e-laws.gov.on.ca

Province of Ontario
Paramedic Program Standard For Community Colleges

http://www.edu.gov.on.ca