Paramedicine & Health Sciences

We train first responders, emergency medical responders, and paramedics. Our programs prepare them to treat patients in the community, at the workplace, or in their homes.

We also provide professional development and continuing education for health and emergency caregivers. These opportunities focus on life support practices.

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PCP Scope Update Ministerial Order (M292) - Theory and Skills 

We are pleased to offer upcoming PCP Scope Update sessions to support licensed PCPs in completing training and updating their skills to align with the new PCP scope of practice. Advance your paramedicine practice with JIBC’s two PCP Scope Update courses (M292). Strengthen your clinical knowledge, sharpen practical skills, and complete your required scope update training in an engaging, hands-on learning environment.

Courses & Dates

PARA 1270 – Scope Update Theory M292 (Online)
• July 27^th –  August 21^st, 2026 (Deadline for registering is: July 9^th)

OR

• August 3^rd –  August 28^th, 2026 (Deadline for registering is: July 16^th)

PCP Scope Update Theory Ministerial Order M292

PARA 1271 – PCP Scope Update Skills M292 (In-class)
• September 16^th – September 18^th, 2026  
• Course Location: JIBC New Westminster Campus - 715 McBride Blvd, New Westminster V3L 5T4

PCP Scope Update Skills Ministerial Order M292

Registration

You must register for PARA-1270 and PARA-1271 at the same time. 

Your continuation into the PARA-1271 course is conditional on successful completion of the PARA-1270 course. 

Register online or contact the JIBC Registration Office (604.528.5590) for assistance.

If you have any questions about the process, please email: scopeofpractice@jibc.ca