ACP Bridge Program

Summary:

Prerequisite: Diploma in Advanced Care Paramedicine from a recognized instution; MoHLTC Advanced Care Paramedic Certificate; 2000hrs advanced care land paramedic experience.

Designed for those who wish to make the transition to flight, this program “bridges” the gap between land and air. The Bridge program takes into consideration variations in skills and knowledge without requiring the repetition of an entire educational program.

Advanced standing is available for graduates of CMA-approved education programs.

Program Content:

Semester 1 - Body Systems	Semester 2 - Speciality Topics
Professional Practice	Geriatric & Terminal Illness Emergencies
Obstetrical Emergencies	Cardiovascular & Hematological System
Fundamentals of Advanced Care	Immune System & Environmental Emergencies
Neonatal Emergencies	Gastrointestinal & Endocrine System
Diagnostics & Therapeutics	Traumatic & Toxicological Emergencies
Pediatric Emergencies	Genitourinary & Reproductive System Emergencies
Neurovascular System Emergencies
Psychosocial Disorder Emergencies
Pulmonary System Emergencies

Admission Requirements:

Activity	Requirements	Comments
1. Written exam	70% minimum	Focus on critical thinking and problem solving 2 hours, 100 multiple choice and short answer questions at the PCP level
2. Practical Scenario (1)	70% minimum	In simulator, at PCPf level
3. 2000 hours experience as PCP as per Educational P+P	Mandatory
4. Letter of Recommendation from Medical Director	Mandatory
5. In good standing as PCP with current Base Hospital	Mandatory	To be confirmed with Medical Affairs for internal students
6. Operational and HR Requirements for internal applicants	Mandatory	All must be complete ( TDG, WHMIS, CPR) and current at time of entrance to program
7. Additional activities: • Teaching experience at Community College • ACLS, NALS, PALS, etc • Post secondary education • Hours experience (over 2000 hrs) • PCP(f) status • Other professional certification		Points awarded for additional activities

Prior Learning Assessment:

Applicants may seek approval of prior learning in order to be eligible for educational services programs. If you would like to receive more information, please send us an e-mail: academy@ornge.ca

For more information on paramedic equivalency, follow this link to the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care website.

Program Duration:

Didactic 4-6 months. Preceptorship time begins upon didactic / clinical component completion.

Recommended Core Reference Material:

Please contact the Ornge Academy of Transport Medicine at academy@ornge.ca for current book list.

Evaluation and Grading:

Formative and summative assessments are conducted throughout the program, including:

• Attendance logs

• Reading assignments (one per module)

• Aptitude quizzes (one per module)

• Problem-based skills analysis

• Problem-based oral scenarios

• Problem-based practical scenarios

• Clinical objectives

• Field objectives

• Midterm examination

• Final examination

Seventy percent (70%) without critical error is the minimum requirement for all evaluations. 100% attendance is strongly encouraged to ensure success. Each didactic and lab component is presented only once. Should a student miss any component, a make up class or lab may be presented, however all expenses are incurred by the student for this service.

An on-line grade book provides the student with constant access to their academic standing. In some cases make-up time may be difficult to arrange and might involve additional cost to the student.

Program Cost:

TBD. Please make cheques payable to Ornge. Payment must be in the form of a certified cheque or money order only. Sorry, personal cheques or cash cannot be accepted.

Course Location:

All labs are currently scheduled in Toronto. The Academy of Transport Medicine reserves the right to alter the location of course labs. Students are responsible for all costs associated with travel, accommodations meals, etc.