How to Become a Paramedic in BC
Paramedics in BC obtain their initial training by obtaining an Emergency Medical Responder License. In order to be licensed in the province, graduates with certificates from a recognized training agency must complete the appropriate licensing requirements, which include a practical evaluation and, where applicable, a written exam.
Paramedics in BC – Levels of Emergency Medical Assistants
Qualified paramedics in BC are broadly referred to as Emergency Medical Assistants (EMA) and are licensed by the Emergency Medical Assistants Licensing Board (EMALB), a government agency.
There are varying levels of EMA licences in British Columbia and each level broadens the licensee’s capacity for clinical decision-making …show more content…
Primary Care Paramedics (PCP) provide intermediate-level emergency services in all areas of the province.
3. Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) specialize in advanced life-support, including advanced cardiac care.
4. Critical Care Paramedics (CCP) specialize in critical care services and transport (including air transport).
Prerequisites to Becoming an Emergency Medical Assistant
In order to become an Emergency Medical Assistant, you must be at least 16 years old. License holders under 19 years old will be supervised by a fully licensed EMA of the same level or higher who is at least 19 years old.
How to Get a Paramedic License
Getting an EMA licence in British Columbia is a three-step process:
1. Complete a training program that has been recognized by the board.
2. Pass the examinations for your licence level that have been approved by the board.
3. Apply for your licence.
EMR, PCP, and ACP licenses are valid for five years and require yearly continuing competence submissions.
The services each licence category may provide are described in Schedule 1 the Emergency Medical Assistants Regulation. A licensee can also be endorsed to perform additional services described in Schedule 2 by getting additional …show more content…
Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP)
Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) respond to emergency calls in various environments, and are qualified to provide advanced life support care. Their scope of practice includes advanced patient assessment, cardiac rhythm interpretation, manual defibrillation, drug therapy, and advanced airway management.
The ACP Diploma Program trains students to think critically, solve problems, and function as leaders while providing the highest possible standards of patient care. Currently, the Justice Institute offers the only ACP Program in BC. Requirements include :
• PCP Certificate with minimum of one year PCP work experience at time of application deadline
• IV Insertion Training Certificate
• Current CPR Level C for Healthcare Provider (HCP) certification
Visit their site for full program requirements and registration.
Critical Care Paramedic
Paramedics in BC obtain their initial training by obtaining an Emergency Medical Responder License. In order to be licensed in the province, graduates with certificates from a recognized training agency must complete the appropriate licensing requirements, which include a practical evaluation and, where applicable, a written exam.
Paramedics in BC – Levels of Emergency Medical Assistants
Qualified paramedics in BC are broadly referred to as Emergency Medical Assistants (EMA) and are licensed by the Emergency Medical Assistants Licensing Board (EMALB), a government agency.
There are varying levels of EMA licences in British Columbia and each level broadens the licensee’s capacity for clinical decision-making …show more content…
Primary Care Paramedics (PCP) provide intermediate-level emergency services in all areas of the province.
3. Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) specialize in advanced life-support, including advanced cardiac care.
4. Critical Care Paramedics (CCP) specialize in critical care services and transport (including air transport).
Prerequisites to Becoming an Emergency Medical Assistant
In order to become an Emergency Medical Assistant, you must be at least 16 years old. License holders under 19 years old will be supervised by a fully licensed EMA of the same level or higher who is at least 19 years old.
How to Get a Paramedic License
Getting an EMA licence in British Columbia is a three-step process:
1. Complete a training program that has been recognized by the board.
2. Pass the examinations for your licence level that have been approved by the board.
3. Apply for your licence.
EMR, PCP, and ACP licenses are valid for five years and require yearly continuing competence submissions.
The services each licence category may provide are described in Schedule 1 the Emergency Medical Assistants Regulation. A licensee can also be endorsed to perform additional services described in Schedule 2 by getting additional …show more content…
Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP)
Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) respond to emergency calls in various environments, and are qualified to provide advanced life support care. Their scope of practice includes advanced patient assessment, cardiac rhythm interpretation, manual defibrillation, drug therapy, and advanced airway management.
The ACP Diploma Program trains students to think critically, solve problems, and function as leaders while providing the highest possible standards of patient care. Currently, the Justice Institute offers the only ACP Program in BC. Requirements include :
• PCP Certificate with minimum of one year PCP work experience at time of application deadline
• IV Insertion Training Certificate
• Current CPR Level C for Healthcare Provider (HCP) certification
Visit their site for full program requirements and registration.
Critical Care Paramedic