LOCATION/DELIVERY MODES & START DATES
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On Campus
On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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Blended
Blended: Some courses, or parts of courses, in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location, while other courses, or parts of courses, will be delivered online or virtually to students at another location.
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Online - Asynchronous
Online - Asynchronous: Complete coursework on your own schedule while meeting course deadlines and timeframes. Ideal for learners who require flexibility and possess a high degree of personal responsibility and self management without the structured routines of scheduled class meetings.
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Online - Synchronous
Online Synchronous: Courses include scheduled virtual class times where learners meet with instructors and classmates through live sessions. This format is ideal for students who benefit from structure, regular interaction, and the opportunity to ask questions and collaborate in real time.
Bay St. George Campus - Blended delivery - May 2026
Prince Philip Drive Campus - Blended delivery - May 2026
For more information please contact Gina O'Brien at gina.obrien@cna.nl.ca
Advancing health care.
Paramedics are highly skilled members of a health care team who function in the realm of emergency medical services (EMS). Using sound knowledge, they demonstrate rational problem-solving abilities and excellent decision-making skills, initiating medical treatment for individuals of all ages in urgent and non-urgent situations. This is a unique and vital community service and a truly meaningful vocation.
Advanced care paramedicine (ACP) builds on the foundations and responsibilities of primary care paramedicine (PCP) by expanding the scope of practice to include comprehensive patient assessment , enhanced critical thinking, and delivery of advanced emergency interventions. This may include the administering of medications, advanced airway management with invasive respiratory therapies and vascular access. This is a complex and diverse field, requiring a broad set of clinical and non-clinical competencies. The context of this practice is ever growing, as are the roles that paramedics play in health care.
This post-diploma program is for primary care paramedics seeking to advance their practice by developing not only the operational and procedural skills of an advanced care paramedic but also ethical and professional behaviours essential to practice, including effective communication. Mental and physical fitness, and healthy lifestyles are also emphasized throughout the program, as advanced care paramedics must be fit to perform the requirements of the occupation.
Designed with a blended delivery model, this ACP program allows you to engage online with course material which is enhanced by on-campus labs and clinical simulation. These activities, paired with a robust, clinical practicum, will support you in meeting the requirements for entry to practice ACP level in accordance with the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR).
This is an opportunity to elevate your career and be a part of advancing emergency and community health care.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Five-semester post-diploma training in advanced emergency care to Primary Care Paramedics presently practicing in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Attend three, one-week long mandatory practical sessions per semester at specific dates as well as hospital-based clinical shifts each semester
- Hospital-based clinical shifts with individual shifts spread throughout the semester (Semester 2 – equivalent of one-week hospital shifts; Semester 3 – equivalent of three-weeks of hospital shifts; and Semester 4 – equivalent of one-week of hospital shifts)
DID YOU KNOW?
- Newfoundland and Labrador is committed to advancing paramedicine services for clients as part of the 10-year Health Accord Framework.[1]
- As the population ages, the demand for paramedical services in NL will likely increase.[2]
- The average advanced care paramedic salary in Canada is $74,000–$77,000 per year; most experienced workers make up to $90,000–$100,000+ per year.[3]
OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the Advanced Care Paramedicine program, graduates will be able to:
- Perform advanced skills in respiratory, cardiac, trauma, obstetric care, pediatrics, pharmacology, and medical emergencies.
- Meet the entry-to-practice competencies and requirements of an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) as defined by the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR).
- Contribute productively as a member of the health care team.
- Use judgement and critical thinking skills to reach decisions that will best benefit the patient and work autonomously in their areas of responsibility.
- Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills that promote logical and independent decision-making in the provision of ACP care.
CERTIFICATIONS
During the program students will complete the following certificate (s)/ Certifications:
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Mental Health First Aid
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Incident Command System (ICS 100)
- Trauma Informed Care
CLINICAL PLACEMENTS
Clinical placements are a required element of this program, and students will be assigned placements at approved training sites. There is no guarantee that students will receive a placement at their preferred clinical site. All expenses associated with the completion of clinical placement are the responsibility of the student.
Students require a clear Certificate of Conduct (Criminal Record Check and Vulnerability Sector Check) to be permitted into a clinical placement. Students with an unclear Certificate of Conduct are advised to contact student.placements@cna.nl.ca prior to beginning the program.
For programs with competitive admissions, clinical placements are not affected by ranking in the competitive admissions process and will be determined under institutional guidelines.
TUITION SUPPORT
The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador provides some financial incentive for healthcare programs. For more information on this and other incentives visit
Incentives | Health Care Careers in Newfoundland & Labrador.
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