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    NAIT vs ESA

    Absolutely not. The card is just the right to practice. The end result is the knowledge and skill accred through the course, and I cannot comment comparatively between the two schools on their differences of this end result, so I assume they are equal. The variable here is the delivery of...
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    NAIT vs ESA

    Self discipline is a wonderful asset to have, but why take the choice that demands it over the one that makes that an asset? Be 'hard' when you have to, you don't need to prove you've got the capacity all the time. I took my EMR course at ESA, and I wouldn't say they hold your hand to the...
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    NAIT vs ESA

    Both are perfectly fine institutions when it comes down to it, just with slightly different teaching intents. ESA has a slightly more fire-oriented learning atmosphere, many of their instructors are Fire medics, but I've also heard nothing but good things about ESA. I would recommend ESA...
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    Four year degree

    Negative. Although many applied, one of my friends got in after just two years of university without any kind of degree. One could major in a Native Studies bachelor program and still apply for med school. When it comes down to it, the pre-reqs guidelines for med are just courses that are...
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    EMR Course advice in Western Canada?

    I would recommend Emergency Services Academy above the rest, just from my experience there. They'll prepare you for employment, over prepare you for the ACP exam, and even help you find a job afterwards. http://www.esacanada.com They are located in Sherwood Park, a township just off of...
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    Canadian College of EMS

    After finishing my EMR course with Emergency Services Academy in Sherwood Park, Alberta, I'm currently registered with CCOfEMS for the next level of training, EMT. However, I've also applied to ESA for their EMT program. My question is, what does anyone know about these two schools? I've...
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