Diploma in Emergency Prehospital Care
- College Shawinigan
- Emergency Prehospital Care
- Diploma
- Tourism & Hospitality
- College
- Canada
The Diploma in Emergency Prehospital Care at College Shawinigan is a vital program within the Tourism & Hospitality discipline, focusing on the sub-discipline of prehospital emergency services. This program prepares students to respond to medical emergencies, provide life-saving interventions, and transport patients safely to healthcare facilities. Emergency prehospital care professionals are the first line of response in crises, making their role essential for community health and safety.
The curriculum includes anatomy and physiology, trauma care, pharmacology, advanced first aid, crisis intervention, and emergency vehicle operation. By taking part in simulations and getting experience in real clinics, students build the skills needed to work well in stressful places. It also focuses on working with a group, making ethical choices, and effective communication with members of the healthcare team and with patients.
The program at College Shawinigan is strong due to its tough courses, the latest technology for practice, and good working relationships with emergency workers in the community. After graduation, students are qualified to become paramedics, EMTs, or first responders. Emergency Medicine training at this school allows you to belong to a distinguished institute dedicated to helping you care for patients in emergencies.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Time | Both full-time and part-time options |
| Campus | Shawinigan |
| Duration | 3 |
| Deadline-Date | 31-August,14-March, |
| Fee Per Year | |
| Application Fee | 120 |
| Currency | cad |
| Intake Link | |
| Deadline Link | https://www.cegepshawinigan.ca/futurs-etudiants/international/ |
| Intakes | Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Program language requirement | "The minimum English proficiency requirements for our post-secondary programs are as follows: Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma Programs (Except Health Care and Aviation Programs): Academic IELTS: 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5) TOEFL iBT: 80 (no band less than 20) PTE-A: 54 (no communicative skill lower than 50) Duolingo: 105 (no band lower than 95) CAEL: 60 (no band lower than 60) Aviation, Health Care, Accelerated, and All Post-Graduate Certificate Programs: Academic IELTS: 6.5 (no band lower than 6.0)* TOEFL iBT: 88 (no band less than 22) PTE-A: 60 (no communicative skill lower than 54) Duolingo: 120 (no band lower than 105)* CAEL: 70 (no band lower than 70) " |
Who can Choose this program?
High School Diploma: The majority of programs demand a high school diploma or its equivalent. Specific science courses (such as chemistry and biology) could be compulsory or preferred.
Additional Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scope of the program | The College Shawinigan Emergency Prehospital Care Diploma program gives students the fundamental abilities and information needed to offer emergency medical care immediately. The main focus of this program is practical training in prehospital care, including advanced life support techniques, patient evaluation, and emergency response protocols. Graduates are ready for various jobs, including emergency medical services, hospitals, and ambulances. The opportunities for workers holding a Diploma in Emergency Prehospital Care are numerous and constantly growing, both in Pakistan and abroad. The need for emergency medical workers with training is growing in Pakistan due to rising urbanization, increased traffic accidents, and more natural catastrophes. As the healthcare system develops, enhancing emergency medical services (EMS) is prioritized more. Graduates of this program can find employment as emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, or in other emergency response capacities. They can work in ambulance services, government and commercial hospitals, and rescue operations run by Rescue 1122 and the Edhi Foundation. Emergency prehospital care providers provide a vital and well-established role in various nations. In developed countries with structured emergency medical services (EMS), such as the United States, Canada, and Europe, paramedics and EMTs are essential healthcare team members. These specialists are crucial in delivering emergency care and guaranteeing patient stability before hospitalization. Many other job options include working in fire departments, emergency response teams, ambulance services, air medical transport, and community health education and training initiatives. |
| Program entry requirement | 1. Have completed secondary education in any of the following circumstances: The applicant passed the following topics and received a DES: - Secondary five instruction language - Secondary 5-second language - Secondary four sciences (ST or ATS or equivalent) - Secondary four maths - History and citizenship instruction in secondary four (or similar) Note: If the DES is received but one or more of the aforementioned subjects are absent (often with an earlier DES), remedial actions may be necessary for the missing subjects. The candidate received a DEP and passed the following subjects: fifth-grade language of instruction, fourth-grade language of instruction, and fourth-grade mathematics. The applicant whose background the Cégep deems comparable. 2. Fulfill, if relevant, the particular requirements of the program set forth by the Minister, which outline the courses needed to complete the program. 3. If applicable, fulfill the special admission requirements set forth by the Cégep for each of its programs. |
| Required GPA | 65% |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application: To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form. 2. Start the Application Process: Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple. 3. Complete the Application Form: Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications. 4. Upload Required Documents: Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include: • Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended. • Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports. • CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience. • Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying. • Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294). 2. Acceptance letter from the university. 3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees. 4. Bank statements. 5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable). 6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration. 7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years. 8. Passport-sized photographs. 9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD). 10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada. " |
| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
