The Portage College Advanced Care Paramedic graduates have achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators exam. At the same time, the Primary Care Paramedic Program graduates recorded pass rates much higher than the national average.
The impressive results from the Health and Wellness department’s paramedicine programs continue a tradition of excellence.
Paramedic programs at Portage College are well known for their excellent teaching, reliable hybrid delivery, and dedication to upholding a cutting-edge curriculum that complies with industry standards.
“Our paramedic program at Portage College stands among the top pre-hospital care programs in Alberta,” said Dr. Shun Li, Dean of Health and Wellness, congratulating the students, staff, and faculty of the programs for the results.
The Primary Care Paramedic program’s above-average results further demonstrate the effectiveness of program delivery and the department’s focus on dynamic responses to a rapidly evolving healthcare field. These achievements reinforce Portage College’s position as a leader in paramedic education, producing graduates who are highly competent, confident, and ready to serve their communities.
As healthcare is constantly evolving, so is the paramedicine curriculum. With changes coming provincially to the program curriculum in the coming years, Dr. Li sees more opportunities for the students, the college, and the healthcare industry.
“I am confident that when Alberta’s new paramedicine curriculum is introduced in the 2027–28 academic year, our program will continue to be the premier choice for students,” Dr. Li stated.
About the Program
The Portage College Health and Wellness department offers comprehensive paramedicine education through its Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) and Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) programs.
Using live simulations and relevant curriculum, the Paramedicine programs prepare students for pre-hospital care, emergency care, and patient assessment. For more information on our Health and Wellness Programs, visit our website here. For more information about all Portage College programming at campus locations across northeastern Alberta, as well as online programming, see our main website at www.portagecollege.ca.