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Emergency Medical Services

Technician Paramedic Examination

The Technician-Paramedic examination consists of two parts – a multiple choice written examination plus a hands on practical examination.

Upon receipt of a completed licence application candidates will receive registration information regarding the written exam.

There is limited space at all exams, therefore exams slots are filled on a first come first serve basis.  At a minimum, candidates must register at least 24 hours prior to the exam date.

Written exams for 2011/12 (all dates are subject to change):

  • November  22 - Minnedosa
  • December  6 - Winnipeg
  • January 5 - Winnipeg
  • January 24 - Winnipeg & Minnedosa
  • February 7 - Winnipeg
  • February 21 - Winnipeg & Minnedosa
  • March 7 - Winnipeg
  • March 20 - Winnipeg & Minnedosa

Written Examination

The examination is made up of 100 multiple choice, matching, true / false exam and scenario exam items. The exam items are based on the following:

arrow Manitoba Emergency Treatment Guidelines

arrow Manitoba Emergency Treatment Protocols
           
arrow 2001 NOCP General Competencies

In addition to standard care, the examination may include questions on the following medications, skills, and procedures:

Medications
  • Acetaminophen (oral)
  • Acetylsalicylic acid (oral)
  • Benadryl
  • Epinephrine (subcutaneous)
  • Glucagon (intramuscular)
  • Glucose paste (oral)
  • Nitroglycerin (sublingual or buccal)
  • Salbutamol (inhaled)
Skills and Procedures
  • Double Lumen Airway Insertion
  • Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation

Candidates are required to achieve a mark of 80% to pass the written examination. Candidates may access up to two (2) retest written examinations should they be unsuccessful.


Practical Examination

Upon successful completion of the written exam, candidates will receive detailed registration information for the practical exam.

Practical exam dates for 2011/12 (all dates are subject to change):

  • November 18 – 19
  • December 2–3
  • January 13-14
  • January 27
  • February 24-25
  • March 16-17

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For more information, please contact:

Manitoba Health - Emergency Medical Services
E-mail: emergserv@gov.mb.ca
Phone: (204) 945-5300