2023/2024 Academic Year

Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator.

Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar`s Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro.

Fees are subject to change.

Additional program related expenses include:

• Books and non-disposable supplies cost approximately $2,200 per year, excluding the clinical year, and can be purchased from the campus store. For more information visit www.algonquincollege.com/coursematerials.
• The uniform required for clinical site activities (all three years) costs approximately $300.
• Throughout the program students are required to attend clinical experiences at various sites in Ottawa, Kingston, Pembroke, Brockville and Belleville. Additional sites are under review. Third year students are placed either in Kingston/Belleville/Brockville, or in Ottawa/Pembroke/Brockville. Students should note that additional sites are being reviewed across Ontario and additional relocation may be required. All students must be aware that they are required to relocate for all or a portion of the third year of the program. All expenses, such as travel, parking and accommodation for these experiences are the responsibility of the student.
• Prior to clinical practicums students require training in Healthcare Provider Level CPR, Standard First Aid, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Health and Safety, WHMIS, OWHSA training and approved Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). There are some additional costs associated with the training that should be anticipated by students which are not covered by tuition fees including the cost of a Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS).
• The National Alliance of Respiratory Therapy Regulatory Bodies credential exam fee is currently $900 (+ HST) and subject to change.

College Eligibility

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR
• Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
• General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
• Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $50 (subject to change) will be charged.

Program Eligibility

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Biology, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Chemistry, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Physics, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• All applicants must complete an assessment of their knowledge and skills through the Test Centre, and pay an exam fee. Results from the Algonquin College Health Program Admissions Test (AC-HPAT) will be utilized to establish minimum eligibility and applicant ranking. The AC-HPAT can only be written once per academic cycle. For further information on the HPAT and how to book your assessment, please visit Algonquin`s Test Centre.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with a minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 22; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 120, minimum of 120 in Literacy and no score below 105.

Not sure if you meet all of the requirements? Academic Upgrading may be able to help with that: https://www.algonquincollege.com/access/.

International Applicants:
International applicants who meet the program eligibility requirements are required to complete preparatory courses (4-months in duration): Introduction to Canadian Health Studies (ICHS). Students who successfully complete the introduction will then proceed to their original health program of choice. The ICHS requires applicants to submit an academic IELTS score.

Please click this link for more information: https://www.algonquincollege.com/healthandcommunity/ICHS/.

Accepted applicants must:

• Complete the ParaMed Clinical/Field Pre-Placement Health Requirements Form by the date indicated at the top of the form. Immunization for Hepatitis B is required. An immunization form for returning students must be submitted prior to the start of the second and third year. This will only apply to these students attending clinical placement in second and third year.
• Provide proof of current Healthcare Provider Level CPR and Standard First Aid Certificate. Recertification of BLS is required annually. Currency of BLS and Standard First Aid is required throughout the program.

Police Records Check Documentation:
Though not an admission requirement, applicants must note important information listed below regarding Police Record Check program requirements.

Successful completion of clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from the Respiratory Therapy program. Agencies that provide placement opportunities require you to have a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS). Your acceptance for placement is at the discretion of the agency. If you register in the program without a clear PRCSVS and as a result are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to graduate.

Clinical Placement Eligibility:
Students must complete all ParaMed Clinical/Field Pre-Placement Health requirements one (1) month prior to starting clinical placements. Details regarding the requirements including immunizations, may be found in the form mentioned above. It will be provided to you in Level 02 of the program.

To be eligible for placement, you must submit proof of a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS), which will be retained on your departmental file and used only for purposes related to your placement. You will be required to disclose the contents of the PRCSVS, including all notations, to the placement agencies.

It is your responsibility to obtain the PRCSVS from your local Police Department prior to the deadline identified by your Department and to pay any associated costs. Obtaining this documentation may be a lengthy process so submit your application as early as possible. Should you require further information, contact the Program Chair.

An updated PRCSVS must be submitted at the beginning of each year of the program. Students will not be permitted to attend clinical until a clear PRCSVS is received by the clinical site(s).

College Eligibility

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR
• Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
• General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
• Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $50 (subject to change) will be charged.

Program Eligibility

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Mathematics, Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent) with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Biology, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Chemistry, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• Physics, Grade 11 or 12 with a grade of 65% or higher.
• All applicants must complete an assessment of their knowledge and skills through the Test Centre, and pay an exam fee. Results from the Algonquin College Health Program Admissions Test (AC-HPAT) will be utilized to establish minimum eligibility and applicant ranking. The AC-HPAT can only be written once per academic cycle. For further information on the HPAT and how to book your assessment, please visit Algonquin`s Test Centre.
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 88, with a minimum of 22 in each component: Reading 22; Listening 22; Speaking 22; Writing 22.

Not sure if you meet all of the requirements? Academic Upgrading may be able to help with that: https://www.algonquincollege.com/access/.

International Applicants:
International applicants who meet the program eligibility requirements are required to complete preparatory courses (4-months in duration): Introduction to Canadian Health Studies (ICHS). Students who successfully complete the introduction will then proceed to their original health program of choice. The ICHS requires applicants to submit an academic IELTS score.

Please click this link for more information: https://www.algonquincollege.com/healthandcommunity/ICHS/.

Accepted applicants must:

• Complete the ParaMed Clinical/Field Pre-Placement Health Requirements Form by the date indicated at the top of the form. Immunization for Hepatitis B is required. An immunization form for returning students must be submitted prior to the start of the second and third year. This will only apply to these students attending clinical placement in second and third year.
• Provide proof of current Healthcare Provider Level CPR and Standard First Aid Certificate. Recertification of BLS is required annually. Currency of BLS and Standard First Aid is required throughout the program.

Police Records Check Documentation:
Though not an admission requirement, applicants must note important information listed below regarding Police Record Check program requirements.

Successful completion of clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from the Respiratory Therapy program. Agencies that provide placement opportunities require you to have a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS). Your acceptance for placement is at the discretion of the agency. If you register in the program without a clear PRCSVS and as a result are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to graduate.

Clinical Placement Eligibility:
Students must complete all ParaMed Clinical/Field Pre-Placement Health requirements one (1) month prior to starting clinical placements. Details regarding the requirements including immunizations, may be found in the form mentioned above. It will be provided to you in Level 02 of the program.

To be eligible for placement, you must submit proof of a clear Police Records Check for Service with the Vulnerable Sector (PRCSVS), which will be retained on your departmental file and used only for purposes related to your placement. You will be required to disclose the contents of the PRCSVS, including all notations, to the placement agencies.

It is your responsibility to obtain the PRCSVS from your local Police Department prior to the deadline identified by your Department and to pay any associated costs. Obtaining this documentation may be a lengthy process so submit your application as early as possible. Should you require further information, contact the Program Chair.

An updated PRCSVS must be submitted at the beginning of each year of the program. Students will not be permitted to attend clinical until a clear PRCSVS is received by the clinical site(s).