Primary Care Paramedicine (pcp)

Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Program – Comprehensive 12-Month Training in Canada

The Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) program is an intensive full-time, 12-month diploma program designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in frontline emergency medical services. Delivered in a blended learning format, the program alternates between on-campus classroom instruction and live online (synchronous) sessions, allowing students to engage directly with instructors and peers in real time.

Students attend classes one week on campus, followed by one week of interactive live online learning, ensuring a balanced combination of hands-on training and flexible digital education. Full availability is required Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, as attendance is mandatory for both in-person and online components.

Multiple Campus Locations Across British Columbia

Gain hands-on paramedic education close to home while experiencing diverse learning environments. The Primary Care Paramedic program is offered full-time at multiple Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) campuses, including:

These locations provide students with access to modern facilities, experienced instructors, and real-world clinical exposure across vibrant communities.

Who Should Apply for the PCP Program?

The PCP program is ideal for individuals who are passionate about helping others and excel in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. This program is well-suited for students who are:

Whether you are starting a new career or transitioning into the healthcare field, this program equips you with the skills and confidence needed to succeed as a frontline paramedic.

Program Overview: Skills, Knowledge & Real-World Experience

The Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) program provides the education and training required to practice as a frontline emergency medical responder. The curriculum focuses on developing clinical judgment, technical proficiency, and patient-care skills essential for pre-hospital emergency settings.

Students benefit from a comprehensive learning approach that includes:

Core Areas of Study

Throughout the program, students build a strong foundation in critical medical sciences, including:

In addition to mastering essential paramedic skills such as airway management, trauma care, medication administration, and patient stabilization, students also develop vital soft skills—communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving—ensuring they can deliver safe, compassionate, and timely care in real emergency situations.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Primary Care Paramedic program are well-prepared to pursue careers in:

This program lays the foundation for long-term growth and advancement in the emergency medical services (EMS) field.

Program Requirements
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS 6.5, PTE: 58, Duolingo: 120, TOEFL (Internet-based): 80 Minimum sub-scores for all programs: Listening - 20 Reading - 20 Speaking - 20 Writing – 20
Refund Policy

Refunds due to study permit rejection

If you have been denied a study permit/visa and are unable to attend JIBC as a result, you are eligible to ask for a refund of your confirmation deposit and any additional tuition that you may have pre-paid.  

  1. Complete the International Confirmation Deposit Refund Request form. JIBC does not accept hand-written forms.

  2. Email the Office of International Affairs, including your full name and JIBC student ID in the subject line, attaching the International Confirmation Deposit Refund Request form, IRCC’s visa denial letter to the email and a copy of your passport ID page.

JIBC has partnered with Paymytuition to process international refunds. Upon approval of your refund, you will receive an email from studentrefunds@paymytuition.com which will provide you with further instructions on how to complete your refund process.

Please notice that refunds are subject to evaluation upon request with no guarantee of approval. Once a decision is made, correspondence will be emailed to you.

JIBC reserves the right to contact IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) to verify the status of a visa and/or study permit application and/or to authenticate the contents of a study permit refusal letter when processing a refund request.

You were admitted but do not wish to continue your studies at JIBC

  1. Tuition deposits and application fees are nonrefundable and non-transferrable;
  2. Refunds are calculated from the date the student withdraws online or when official withdrawal is received in the Registrar’s Office;
  3. Unpaid fines and other amounts owing will be deducted from the refund;
  4. Students required to withdraw due to violation of the Student Code of Conduct policy are not entitled to a refund;
  5. A full refund is issued if the course is cancelled;
  6. Extenuating circumstances may be considered outside of the deadlines indicated below;
  7. Refund information is provided at the time of registration. 
Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $150
  • LOA Deposit: $5,000
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $26,706.72
  • Total Tuition Fee: $26,706.72
  • Course Duration: 1 Year
  • Credentials: Certificate
  • Intake: Sept 2026 (Deadline: April 10, 2026), Jan 2027 (Deadline: August 7, 2026)
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Checklist

Checklist

  • CV/Resume (Dates of education and experience must be mentioned in MM-YYYY format)

Example: Job from MM-YYYY --- to MM-YYYY

  • Valid passport copy
  • Academic documents (Bachelor transcripts and certificate + Senior secondary certificate/WAEC/12th)
  • Medium of instructions letter:  IELTS/ PTE / TOEFL 

    IF ONSHORE STUDENT

  • Stamped copy of visa
  • LOI
  • Study permit
  • Canadian Address:
  • Canadian Contact No:
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