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The Ambulance Placement Course is designed to provide the student opportunities to integrate knowledge and skills to provide care for diverse patients across the lifespan in an ambulance setting. Under the guidance of a preceptor, students apply the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to real emergency situations.

The overall outcome of the ambulance placement is for the student to meet all entry to practice PCP competencies.

Students are assigned to a Registered PCP or Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) for the duration of their placement and will only perform skills under direct and indirect supervision. While on placement, the student acts as a role model for the profession and ambassador for 91ÖÆƬ³§, while integrating the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice into their professional practice.

The student will maintain the highest level of professionalism throughout the placement while integrating leadership, delegation, history, assessments, clinical presentations, and diagnostic findings into the development of a treatment plan based on a provisional diagnosis.

This course will introduce you to the physical, social, mental, occupational, emotional, environmental, and spiritual dimensions of personal health and wellness. These dimensions are described within the context of the Canadian Health Care System and your own individual community. Topics include primary health care, nutrition, exercise, stress management, weight management, eating disorders, common health issues and their prevention. You will be expected to integrate knowledge of the seven dimensions of health and apply this knowledge to a self-analysis of your own health and physical fitness. Finally, you will incorporate change management theory to develop, implement and evaluate a personal wellness plan.

The intent of this course is to promote a healthy lifestyle. By examining determinants of health, the current care system, the seven dimensions of health and applying these concepts to your own lifestyle, you will be better equipped to function as role models and act as change agents for health promotion in your community.

The student will apply new theory, incorporate practical skills, history, assessment, clinical presentation, and diagnostic findings of the ill or injured patient to determine a provisional diagnosis utilizing differential diagnoses and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Students will integrate all knowledge and skills to manage calls for the delivery of safe patient care and promote optimal outcomes. Integration of all these components is critical to address the multiple medical and traumatic conditions encountered in the field.
The student will demonstrate proficiency in the application of all competencies in a Skills, Scenario, and Simulation environment.

This course provides an in-depth study of the structures of the human body and their interrelationships using a systems approach. The correlations between structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) are noted. Major topics include body organization, the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, endocrine, urinary and reproductive systems, the general and special senses, and human development. This course is designed to prepare students in medical fields of study for advanced courses in their respective disciplines.

This course explores basic and therapeutic communication skills for the health professional. Communication skills required for the development of caring relationships and to overcome barriers will be discussed, as well as the skills needed for interprofessional practice, group and family communication. Health teaching in individual and group settings is an important component of this course.

The Agriculture Operations Work Placement II Course is designed to provide participants with comprehensive practical training and hands-on experience in grain farming and/or livestock farming. Students are responsible for securing an approved work placement; the work experience is monitored and evaluated by the employer.

This course is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills, knowledge, and understanding required to safely operate commercial vehicles, with a focus on farm-related transportation needs. This comprehensive training program encompasses both theoretical and practical elements, utilizing the curriculum set by the Alberta Ministry of Transportation.

The world of agriculture is rapidly evolving, and technology plays a pivotal role in shaping its future. This introductory course on Agriculture Technology focuses on two revolutionary advancements in the field: Global Positioning System (GPS) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones. By combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how these technologies are transforming modern farming practices.

This course offers an insightful entry point into the world of modern grain farming techniques, technologies, and innovations. As the agricultural industry rapidly evolves, this course serves as a foundational exploration of the latest advancements that are reshaping grain farming practices to meet the demands of a changing world. Throughout this course, participants will be introduced to a diverse range of topics that cover the essential aspects of contemporary grain farming, from pre-planting strategies to post-harvest management. By delving into the integration of cutting-edge approaches and technologies, participants will gain a solid understanding of how these innovations contribute to enhanced yields, sustainability, and overall profitability.

This course builds on the fundamental principles and practical skills covered in Farm Operations I. In this hands-on course students will learn basic operations and safety requirements when using farm equipment. Included in this course is Alberta Air Brakes (Q Endorsement) curriculum and assessments.