This course is designed to develop the students’ critical thinking ability in identifying issues related to professionalism, the development of technology, medical ethics, labour relations, shift work, and continuing education to name a few. This will encompass the development and use of strategies to be able to locate, select, and discriminate pertinent information, to support decisions and assist in the growth of their personal and professional role as a Paramedic. The student will be introduced to the importance of an integrated emergency response system and related professions such as fire, police, air ambulance, emergency room staff and legal services. Ultimately, the students will appreciate their responsibility as leaders and/or agents of change in the future of pre-hospital care.

42 Hours