Primary Care Paramedic

For Primary Care Paramedic, tuition is $11,140 for the 2026-27 academic year.

Pre-hospital emergency care demands rapid assessment, critical thinking and coordinated action in unpredictable environments. The Primary Care Paramedic certificate trains you to manage medical and trauma injuries, mental-health crises, obstetrical emergencies, cardiac and respiratory events, and to apply pharmacology and complete physical assessments. Training combines classroom theory with high-fidelity simulation, laboratory work and real-world practicum placements, ensuring you develop the skills needed to deliver safe, effective care before patients reach a hospital.

The program suits applicants who have completed Grade 12 with the required English, science and math courses, meet physical fitness standards and hold current First Aid, CPR and TLR certifications. Graduates are qualified to join ambulance, air-ambulance and fire-protection services across Saskatchewan, as well as military units, mine sites and industrial facilities, and can pursue licensure through the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics or other provincial regulators.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, is a hands-on institution known for industry-focused technical and vocational education. Established roots and modern facilities support a practical approach to learning that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The Regina campus offers applied programs designed to meet regional and national labour needs, with a student body that includes a significant international presence and a commitment to experiential learning.

Programs cover a broad range of trades, health technologies, business and engineering technologies, with 27 distinct options that emphasize applied skills, labs and work placements. Strong partnerships with local employers shape curricula and create practicum and co-op opportunities, allowing students to build professional networks and accumulate workplace experience before graduation. Faculty with industry backgrounds provide mentorship and skill-focused instruction aligned with employer expectations.

Campus services support both domestic and international students through advising, skills development and career-centred workshops, helping graduates navigate job search and credential recognition. The college’s practical training model, combined with vibrant community ties in Regina, makes it a pragmatic choice for students seeking applied learning and clear pathways into employment across Saskatchewan and beyond.