Prepare for a Rewarding Career in Emergency Medical Care
Northern’s two-year Paramedic diploma program prepares students to become highly skilled paramedics, ready to deliver life-saving care in emergency situations. This comprehensive program combines hands-on training, real-world experience, and in-depth coursework to equip you with the skills needed to work on the front lines of emergency response.
What You’ll Learn in the Paramedic Program
The Paramedic program at Northern focuses on both the technical and soft skills required for success in emergency medical services (EMS). You will:
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Master Medical and Emergency Protocols
Study core courses in anatomy, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology to understand how to assess and treat patients in emergency situations. -
Develop Leadership and Communication Skills
Learn the importance of effective communication, decision-making, and leadership when working in high-stress environments. -
Fitness and Ethics in Emergency Care
Develop the physical fitness required to handle the demands of the job, along with a strong ethical foundation to guide your work as a healthcare professional. -
Emergency Response Training
Gain hands-on experience in responding to real-life emergency scenarios through practical labs and simulations designed to mimic actual calls.
Real-World Experience and Hands-On Training
At Northern, you’ll have unique opportunities to observe and learn from experienced paramedics working in the same building. Our risk-free lab settings allow you to practice and refine your skills in a controlled environment before transitioning to actual patient care.
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Observation and Gradual Transition
As part of the program, you’ll observe real ambulance calls to see paramedics in action. This exposure helps you prepare for the fast-paced, high-stakes nature of emergency medical services. -
Real-World Placements
You’ll complete an official placement with one of over 30 emergency service partners, including hospital emergency and maternity wards, 911 dispatch centers, and long-term care facilities. This hands-on experience ensures you are fully prepared for a career in EMS.
Career Opportunities for Paramedic Graduates
Graduates of the Paramedic diploma program are prepared to enter the workforce as certified paramedics in various emergency and healthcare settings. Career opportunities include:
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Paramedic
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
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911 Dispatcher
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Critical Care Paramedic
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Health and Safety Officer
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EMS Educator or Instructor
Work environments include:
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Ambulance Services
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Hospital Emergency Departments
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911 Dispatch Centers
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Urgent Care Clinics
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Long-Term Care Facilities
- Academic Requirement: The applicant must have completed Grade 12.
- ELP Requirement: IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 PTE: Minimum score of 60 TOEFL (iBT): Overall score of 88 or higher
- Special Requirement: A minimum of 65% is required in Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology.
We understand that things can change. If you need to cancel your enrollment, here’s how refunds and deferrals work:
❌ Visa Refusal – Withdrawal Before or After Day 10 (Semester Not Completed)
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If your visa is refused and you withdraw before or after Day 10, but you haven’t finished the semester:
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A $500 CAD fee will be taken from your refund.
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You must submit the original visa refusal letter and all required documents for the refund.
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❌ Visa Refusal – Withdrawal After Completing the Semester
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If you complete the semester and then your visa is refused:
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No refund for that semester. The full tuition fee for that term is kept.
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You still need to submit the original visa refusal letter and documents.
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✅ Withdrawal or Refund Request Before Day 10 (Not Due to Visa Refusal)
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If you withdraw before Day 10 for any reason other than a visa refusal:
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A $1,860 CAD administrative fee will be deducted from your refund.
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There are no exceptions to this fee.
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❌ Withdrawal or Refund Request After Day 10 (Not Due to Visa Refusal)
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If you withdraw after Day 10 for any reason other than a visa refusal:
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You won’t get a refund, and the full semester fee will be kept.
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✅ One-Time Deferral Policy (Due to Visa Delay)
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If your visa is delayed, you can defer to the next intake without paying the extra $100 application fee.
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This is only possible if there’s still space available in your program or a similar one.
- Application Fee: $100
- LOA Deposit: $2,500
- Annual Tuition Fee: $16,816
- Total Tuition Fee: $33,632
- Course Duration: 2 years
- Credentials: Diploma
- Intake: September 2025
- Copy of passport
- All academic transcripts
- All academic certificates
- IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable
- Student Email ID:
- Student Contact No:
- Student Address:
- Emergency Contact details:
• Name:
• Email ID :
• Contact no. :
• Relation with student:
IF ONSHORE STUDENT
- Stamped copy of visa
- LOI
- Study permit
- Canadian Address:
- Canadian Contact No: