Licensing Eligibility in Manitoba

To be eligible for licensing in the Province of Manitoba, an applicant must complete a Personnel License Application form.

The form must be filled out in its entirety, dated and signed by the applicant. The original form is to be submitted complete with the following documentation:

• Proof of Age – The candidate must be at least eighteen (18) years old and the application must include a copy of identification that has their date of birth (e.g. driver’s license, valid passport, birth certificate).
  
  
• Proof of Criminal Records Check – All candidates must provide the original and current (no more than sixty (60) days old) Criminal Record Check including the Vulnerable Sector Screening.

This is a record about an individual obtained from a law enforcement agency (e.g. City of Winnipeg Police, RCMP) stating whether or not the person has any convictions or outstanding charges awaiting court disposition under any federal, provincial or territorial enactments. Original will be returned to applicant.

• Proof of Child Abuse Registry Check – All candidates must provide the original and current (no more than sixty (60) days old) Child Abuse Registry Check.

  This document is available through application in person at:
  Provincial Services
  #102 – 114 Garry Street
  Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1G1
  Phone: (204) 945-6967
  Toll-free # 1-800-282-8069.

  The application and information are available on the Manitoba Family Services and Housing website: www.gov.mb.ca/fs/childfam/child_abuse_registry.html.

• Original will be returned to applicant.

• Qualifications – In order to process a candidate’s application an original document from the educational institution confirming graduation or successful completion of the identified training/education within twelve (12) months immediately preceding the application must be submitted.

  The original may accompany the application or be sent directly to Manitoba Health Emergency Medical Services Branch by the educational institution. The original will be returned to candidate. Educational requirements may vary dependent on the classification of license the candidate is applying for.

Following is a list of classification of licensure available, with additional requirements for each license classification:

Candidates applying for the Technician classification of license must access and successfully pass the Technician examination. To be eligible for the Provincial Licensing Examination at the Technician classification in the Province of Manitoba, a candidate must:

• Submit a Personnel Licensing Application complete with appropriate documentation
• Have successfully completed a course of study, within one year of application, which is acceptable to the Minister for the Technician classification of license.

Approved educational programs for the Technician classification of license:

• Manitoba Emergency Services College EMR program
• Red River College EMR program
• Emergency Rescue Response EMR program
• Southern Manitoba Academy for Response Training (S.M.A.R.T.) EMR program
• Assiniboine Regional Health Authority EMTech program

Upon receipt and verification of information provided, an examination registration package will be mailed to the applicant detailing the exam process.

Upon successful completion of the provincial licensing examination a letter of qualification is provided to the candidate. This letter is proof of eligibility for licensing. Upon receipt of verification of employment and a Clinical Experience-On-car Rotation form is submitted, the applicant will be issued a Technician license.

Candidates applying for the Technician-Paramedic classification of license must access and successfully pass the Technician-Paramedic examination. To be eligible for the Provincial Licensing Examination at the Technician-Paramedic classification in the Province of Manitoba, a candidate must:

• Submit a Personnel Licensing Application complete with appropriate documentation
  
• Have successfully completed a course of study, within one year of application, which is acceptable to the Minister for the Technician-Paramedic classification of license.

Approved educational programs for the Technician-Paramedic level of licensure:

• CMA accredited PCP program

Upon receipt and verification of information provided, an examination registration package will be mailed to the applicant detailing the exam process.Upon successful completion of the provincial licensing examination a letter of qualification is provided to the candidate. This letter is proof of eligibility for licensing. Upon receipt of verification of employment the applicant will be issued a Technician license.

The following agencies currently deliver a CMA accredited PCP program in Manitoba:

• Criti Care EMS Paramedic Academy
• Emergency Rescue Response Service
• Manitoba Emergency Services College

Technician-Advanced Paramedic

Candidates applying for the Technician-Advanced Paramedic classification of license must access and successfully pass the Technician-Paramedic examination. To be eligible for the Provincial Licensing Examination at the Technician-Advanced Paramedic level in the Province of Manitoba, a candidate must:

• Submit a Personnel Licensing Application complete with appropriate documentation
• Have successfully completed a course of study, within one year of application, which is acceptable to the Minister for the Technician-Advanced paramedic classification of license.

Approved educational programs for the Technician-Paramedic level of licensure:

• CMA accredited ACP program

Upon receipt and verification of information provided, an examination registration package will be mailed to the applicant detailing the exam process.

Upon successful completion of the provincial licensing examination a letter of qualification is provided to the candidate. This letter is proof of eligibility for licensing. Upon receipt of verification of employment the applicant will be issued a Technician license.

Candidates applying for the Aeromedical Attendant must:

• Submit a Personnel Licensing Application complete with appropriate documentation
• Registered Nurse – Must hold a valid registration with the College of
• Registered Nurses of Manitoba and have graduated from a recognized critical care course, or an emergency nursing course or provide verification of at least two years of related nursing experience
• Technician -Advanced Paramedic – Must hold a valid Manitoba Health
• Technician - Advanced Paramedic License and have graduated from a recognized EMA III (accredited ACP) program

PLUS have successfully completed the following

• Aeromedical escort training approved program
• Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Basic Trauma Life Support or Trauma Nursing Critical Care

Upon receipt and verification of information a letter of qualification is provided to the candidate. This letter is proof of eligibility for licensing. Upon receipt of verification of employment an Aeromedical Attendant license will be issued.

Candidates applying for the Air Ambulance Pilot must:

• Submit a Personnel Licensing Application complete with appropriate documentation
• Air Ambulance Pilot - Captain – Must hold a valid and current Airline Transport License, be endorsed for multi-engine instrument flight; have a valid pilot proficiency check on type of aircraft to be flown; and have a minimum of 500 hours multi-engine pilot-in-command experience
• Air Ambulance Pilot – First Officer – Must hold a valid and current Commercial pilot’s license; have a pilot competency check; and a minimum of 500 hours total flight time

PLUS have successfully completed the following within the two years immediately preceding the application

• Aviation Crew Training approved program
• Basic Cardiac Life Support

Upon receipt and verification of information a letter of qualification is provided to the candidate. This letter is proof of eligibility for licensing. Upon receipt of verification of employment an Air Ambulance Pilot license will be issued.

Candidates applying for the Stretcher Attendant classification of license must:

• Submit a Personnel Licensing Application complete with appropriate documentation
• Provide evidence of successful completion within one year of application of an approved:
  
  • Standard First Aid course (minimum 16 hours)
  • Cardio pulmonary resuscitation course

Upon receipt and verification of information a letter of qualification is provided to the candidate. This letter is proof of eligibility for licensing. Upon receipt of verification of employment a Stretcher Attendant license will be issued

To maintain licensure in the Province of Manitoba, personnel must;

• submit a Renewal and/or Upgrade Form 60 days prior to license expiration and successfully pass the Licensing Examination for their level of licensure

• OR

• submit a Renewal and/or Upgrade Form 60 days prior to license expiration and have successfully complete the 3 year cycle of the Alternate Route for Maintenance of Licensure Program.

EMS personnel are required to notify Manitoba Health Emergency Medical Services Branch in the event of a change to their status. This includes change of name (legal documentation verifying legal change of name is required), change of address, change from one license holder (employer) to another, resignation from license holder(employer), working for more than one license holder (employer).

Fill out the detachable section of the blue personnel license that was issued to you and return it to the Emergency Medical Services Branch. Please ensure that the appropriate support documentation is included (example: copy of marriage certificate).

To upgrade your license to a new level in the Province of Manitoba, personnel must:

• submit a Renewal and/or Upgrade Form and successfully pass the Licensing Examination for their level of licensure

Reciprocity

EMS personnel that have completed training outside the approved programs may seek reciprocity for their education.

A written request must be submitted to the Director of Manitoba Health Emergency Medical Services Branch. The request must include the following:

• identification of EMS program completed
• date completed
• curriculum
  • learning objectives (didactic and practical)
  • skill competencies
  • comparison document to the National Occupational Competency Profiles [SCD2]
  • evaluation process
  • program hours
    
• practicum
  • areas attended
  • hours per area
  • competency requirements for each area
    
• previous EMS experience
  • location
  • duration of experience
  • documentation (copy of license)
  • contact information of licensing body

Provisional Licenses

A Provisional License may be granted while an applicant is waiting to challenge the provincial licensing exam.

All requests for a provisional license must be submitted in writing to the Director of the Emergency Medical Services Branch, and include verification of employment from a Manitoba EMS Service license holder.

Candidates’ licenses are valid until the expiry date shown on the front of their license.

Licensing – Frequently Asked Questions

 Question: Am I required to maintain annual certification in my CPR?

Answer: Emergency Treatment Guideline G 13 – states “all licensed EMS personnel must be certified to the equivalent of the Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation Standard for Basic Rescuer Level C as well as proficient in the assessment techniques and skills outlined in the CPR guideline section on Neonatal Resuscitation; as well as remaining current with their certification and ensuring they are proficient in all aspects of CPR.

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Question: Will I be able to get an extension on my license if I request one?

Answer: Effective April 1, 2006 no extensions will be issued for personnel who become initially licensed under the new system. In extenuating circumstances, individual cases will be reviewed and there is the potential that a Provisional License may be issued.

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Question: I am presently enrolled in the ACP program in Winnipeg. How do I apply for an upgrade to my license?

Answer: Complete the renewal / upgrade application form and submit to Personnel Licensing with the appropriate documentation and you will be given an appointment to participate in the Provincial ACP examination.

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Question: If I am a first responder for a municipality do I need to be licensed?

Answer: If your organization is holding themselves out to the public as providing emergency medical first response, then you may be required to be trained to the minimum level of EMR and hold a Technician license. If however your organization is a provider of first response for the purposes of fire or police related situations and on occasion you render first aid but medical first response is not your main priority then you do not need to be licensed as a Technician.

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Question: Why was the classification of Ambulance Operator taken out of the new regulations?

Answer: Across Canada, industry standard has increased and in the interest of public safety the minimum standard of Emergency Medical Responder has been adopted. This will bring our licensing requirements in line with the National Occupational Competency Profile that is used as a benchmark across Canada.

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Question: Does it matter how long it takes for me to gain employment? Will my letter of qualification only be good for a certain period of time?

Answer: You have three years from the date that your letter of qualification is issued to provide verification of employment as a Technician in Manitoba. After that time you would be required to take a refresher program before applying again for licensure.