Advanced Care Paramedic

More

Admission Requirements Tuition & FeesProgram of Study

Advanced Care Paramedics (ACPs) are vital team members of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) who provide advanced life support, medical and trauma care in a variety of health-related settings. The ACP program is an advanced care level diploma. This two year blended learning program offers students the opportunity to remain in their respective communities for the majority of their educational program. Graduates can then apply their acquired knowledge and skills within the scope of an ACP to various health related settings.

Applications are accepted for Winter semester only. Please submit your application as soon as possible as many programs fill up quickly.

Admission requirements

Applications for this program will close on the first day of class. Offers of admission for eligible applicants may continue based on available seats until the end of the first week of classes. Students will be required to register in the program on or before the end of the first week of classes.

 Admission requirements
  • High School Diploma with at least 50% in the following:
    • English 30-1 or 30-2
    • Biology 30 or another 30-level science
    • Math 20-1 or Math 20-2
  • BLS Provider 
  • PCP Certificate from an approved training institute • Resume highlighting field experience 
  • Valid Class 4 driver’s license 
  • Registered unrestricted PCP with Alberta College of Paramedics (ACP)
Mandatory Selection Day

Prehospital Program Coordinator in the Nursing & Allied Health Studies Department will contact you to schedule an interview. This interview may be face-to-face or virtual and is a pre-entry interview to learn more about the student’s qualifications for the Advanced Care Paramedic Program at Keyano College.  The student will be asked to detail their educational and work experience history plus answer preparatory questions about Advanced Care Paramedic practice.

Practicum Requirements 

Prior to beginning practicums, students must complete medical forms, show proof of up-to-date immunizations, and obtain a clear Police Information Check with vulnerable sector.
 English Language Proficiency
  • TOEFL: iBT – minimum score of 79 with no score below 19
  • IELTS – minimum score of 7.0
  • CAEL – minimum score of 60
  • MELAB – minimum score of 80

In addition to meeting English Language Proficiency students must also present appropriate admission requirements for their chosen program.

Tuition & Fees

Full Time Fees 2022-2023

Please note the 2022-2023 fees are pending sign off from the Government of Alberta as per the tuition fee regulation.

Full Time FeesSummer (2022 intake S3) Jul-SepFall (2022 intake S4) Oct-JanWinter (2022 intake S5) Feb-MaySummer (2022 intake S6) Jun-SepWinter (2023 intake S1) Jan-AprSpring (2023 intake S2) May-Jun
Tuition $3,582.00 $3,582.00 $3,582.00 $3,582.00 $3,582.00 $3,582.00 
Health & Dental Fee   *$126.00 *$126.00   *$126.00  
Campus Rec Fee $65.00 $65.00 $65.00 $65.00 $65.00 $65.00
Student Association Building Fee $17.92 $17.92 $17.92 $17.92 $17.92 $17.92 
Student Association Fee $112.00 $112.00 $112.00 $112.00 $112.00 $112.00 
Technology Fee $85.00 $85.00 $85.00 $85.00 $85.00 $85.00 
Total Fees $279.92 $405.92 $405.92 $279.92 $405.92 $279.92
Total Tuition & Fees ***$3861.92 ***$3,987.92 ***$3,987.92 ***$3861.92 ***$3,987.92  ***$3861.92
Full Time Fees 2023-2024

Please note the 2023-2024 fees are pending sign off from the Government of Alberta as per the tuition fee regulation.

Full Time FeesSummer (2023 intake S3) Jul-AugFall (2023 intake S4) Sep-DecWinter (2023 intake S5) Jan-AprSpring (2023 intake S6) May-JunWinter (S1) Jan-AprSpring (S2) May-Jun
Tuition  $3,661.00  $3,661.00 $3,661.00  $3,661.00   $3,661.00  $3,661.00
Health & Dental Fee    *$126.00  *$126.00    *$126.00  
Campus Rec Fee   $70.00   $70.00   $70.00   $70.00    $70.00   $70.00
Student Association Building Fee  $17.92  $17.92  $17.92  $17.92   $17.92  $17.92
Student Association Fee  $112.00  $112.00  $112.00  $112.00   $112.00  $112.00
Technology Fee  $95.00 $95.00 $95.00  $95.00   $95.00  $95.00
Total Fees $294.92  $422.92 $422.92 $294.92 $422.92  $296.92
Total Tuition & Fees ***$3,955.92  ***$4,078.92  ***$4,078.92 ***$3,955.92 ***$4,078.92   ***$3,952.92  

 

Please note, these estimates are based on 100% enrollment for all semesters and do not include mandatory laboratory fees. Laboratory fees can range from $31 - $122 for 2022-2023 and $32 - $125 for 2023-2024.

* Students will be charged a medical/dental benefit fee unless they opt out by demonstrating alternative coverage - deadlines can be found at StudentCare website.
*** Tuition is due 10 business days before the start of each semester.

For more information view the Keyano College Credit Calendar. 

Program of Study

Course Course Title Credits

Year 1: Term I (Winter: January – April)

18

ACP 501

Anatomy and Physiology

6

ACP 502

Pathophysiology

6

ACP 503

Pre-hospital Skills

6

Year 1: Term II (Spring: May – June)

9

ACP 505

Introduction to Pharmacology

3

ACP 507

Physical Examination

3

ACP 516

Introductory Life Support

3

Year 1: Term III (Summer: July – August)

7

ACP 509

Intermediate Ambulance Practicum

6

ACP 518

Preceptors and Mentorship

1

Year 2: Term I (Fall: September – December)

12

ACP 508

Advanced Pharmacology

3

ACP 511

Emergency Diagnosis and Treatment

6

ACP 517

Paramedic Wellness

3

Year 2: Term II (Winter: January – April)

18

ACP 504

Aeromedical Survival

6

ACP 506

Obstetrics

3

ACP 510

Paramedic Projects

3

ACP 513

Advanced Life Support

3

ACP 514

Advanced Paramedic Skills

3

Year 2: Term III (Summer: May – August)

12

ACP 512

Hospital Practicum

6

ACP 515

Final Ambulance Practicum

6