Diploma in Advanced Care Paramedic at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in Calgary, Canada is a diploma in Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 63,250 per total (CAD 19,510 per total for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 19,510 / total
International tuition: CAD 63,250 / total
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
SAIT's Advanced Care Paramedic diploma is a two-year, full-time program for paramedics advancing their emergency medical services career. The first year builds a theoretical foundation in human anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology, covering treatment protocols for medical and traumatic emergencies, adult advanced life support, neonatal resuscitation protocols, and advanced patient assessment, applied through simulation labs including the Centre for Advanced Patient Care Simulation and Ambulance Simulation labs. The second year emphasizes practical experience through practicum placements, specialized training in critical emergency interventions, and preparation for registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics. Graduates are prepared to perform at the forefront of emergency medical services. Admission requires a completed Primary Care Paramedic certificate or Emergency Medical Technician certificate. Delivery varies by intake between in-person and blended (online theory with on-campus labs) formats at SAIT's Main Campus.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants educated in Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency and completion of a Primary Care Paramedic certificate or an Emergency Medical Technician certificate, or equivalents. Applicants educated outside of Canada must demonstrate English language proficiency and provide an international document assessment confirming they meet the program's admission requirements.
