St. John Ambulance offers one school of paramedicine in eastern Canada.

The school delivers an education with uncompromising standards of excellence that prepare graduates for the demands of a career in paramedicine. The program provides a solid theoretical and practical education covering all of the applied arts and sciences, placing a strong emphasis on self-directed learning and critical thinking.  With the aim of developing paramedics who possess sound knowledge and skills along with an unwavering commitment to excellence in all that they do, student graduate with a deep sense of professionalism and caring. Graduates become an asset to their communities as well as to the profession of paramedicine.

The Program is designed to provide:

1. Concepts and theories
2. Mastery of professional skills, and
3. A professional attitude

In addition to serving as academic advisors and facilitators, the faculty members at the academy strives to instill a commitment to lifelong learning among their students. This commitment is, in fact, the pillar or key objective of all programs. Thus, faculty members cultivate an environment in which self-directed learning is not only prized, but expected.

This expectation is the result of the very nature of the medical field, which is constantly evolving, and the fact that today’s paramedics are held accountable for a wider range of responsibilities than ever before. Therefore, to succeed in a profession as dynamic as paramedicine, students must be inquisitive and dedicated to expanding their expertise and abilities. Such ongoing professional development helps to ensure a lifetime of challenge and enrichment.

The Maritime School of Paramedicine, is Nova Scotia’s only English language program in Primary and Advanced Care Paramedicine.

There are currently three main programs at the school.

1.  Primary Care Paramedic (PCP or P1)
   Students are provided the foundations of patient assessment and treatments in this entry-level program, which is offered on-site at the school in Dartmouth.
2. Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP or P3)
   Approved by Emergency Health Services of Nova Scotia, this program is offered as an on-site, full-time program (Dartmouth) or in an off-site, distance format (Dartmouth, Middleton and Sydney).
3. Other Professional Development Programs
   o Provincial Reciprocity Attainment Program (PRAP)
   o Provincial Re-registration Refresher Program (PRRP)
   o Provincial Conduct and Competency Remedial Education Program (C&C)

Learn more about the Maritime School of Paramedicine.