This is the outline of the application process for our PCP program. Its broken down into 4 stages. Please see each stage below. 

Phase 1: Academic Review 

The first part is to apply and submit proof of your academic history to date. 

• Minimum 18 years of age 
• High School Diploma, GED/equivalent OR Post Secondary Education equivalent to or above a grade 12 OR Mature Student Application 
  
• Current BLS Provider, CPR Level C or Health Care Provider (Heart & Stroke Preferred)*
  
• Driver’s License - Class 5 minimum.

• Please include one of the following:

  • Current Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Alberta College of Paramedics Practice Permit
  • Current Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Certificate/Transcript *
    
  • Current Medical First Responder (MFR) Certificate
  • Current Advanced First Aid (AFA) Certificate
    
• An Alberta College of Paramedics Practice Permit is NOT required to apply for the PCP Program.
• Pay $100.00 application processing fee (non-refundable)

Phase 2:  Skills and Knowledge Review

• Complete a 300 question Comprehensive EMR Knowledge Exam 
• Complete a Scenario at the EMR level
• Complete a Interview (Bring copies of your reference letters  to this portion of the process)

Phase 3: Submissions of final required documents

• Criminal Record check with Vulnerable sector completed within 90 days 
• Proof of all Immunizations up to date. 
• Completed Medical Form

Phase 4: Financial

•  Proof of student loan approval or student funding
• Pay $500 deposit to secure your spot. (Goes towards tuition)
• Or payment contract signed with first payment received. 

* Due to the number of applications received, applications for the Winter 2024 PCP program have been closed. *

Please stay tuned for future intake dates.