Legal and Professional Issues

Course Code: PCPM 101

Academic Year: 2025-2026

This course will examine pre-hospital care from a historical perspective and will concentrate primarily on all legislation and documentation that pertains specifically to the provision of pre-hospital care in Ontario. This course will also address issues related to professionalism and introduce concepts of empathy & compassion, humility, embracing diverse perspectives, and considerations of equity in health and healthcare. Effective and efficient communication skills will be emphasized. The safe and efficient operation of the ambulance will be introduced.