If you are submitting an international transcript as proof of meeting the educational prerequisites, your transcript will need to be validated by one of the member organizations of the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada (ACESC).

Please visit www.canalliance.org for more information on these organizations.

WAEC or NECO Certificates

Applicable to applicants from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Gambia.
Medavie HealthEd applicants with WAEC or NECO certificates are required to purchase a West African Examination Council (WAEC) scratch card or National Examination Council (NECO) scratch card.
This information will be used to confirm WAEC results at www.waecdirect.org or www.mynecoexams.com. Locations on where to purchase a scratch card can be found on the respective websites.
Admissions decision will be based on your WAEC or NECO results.

Once you have successfully completed your interview you will receive a conditional acceptance letter. This letter has important information on what you will need to get done for the start of your program. Below is a list of documents that you will need in order to attend our program.

Documents that should be completed before coming to Canada:

• Seat Fee ($500.00) & signed seat confirmation form.
• International Police certificate- from your country of origin.
• Medavie HealthEd Medical Form (This must be dated within 6 months of the start date of the course.)
• Medavie HealthEd Immunization Form

Documents that should be completed once you arrive in Canada.

• Switch over your driver’s license to a Canadian License. (You must be eligible to obtain your class 4 license while here in Canada)
• Once eligible you must obtain a Canadian Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sectors Search. (This must be dated within 6 months of the start date of the course.)
• Complete the Class 4 written test and obtain your road test receipt.
• Complete a Nova Scotia’s Driver’s Medical *
• PC-PAT (The Paramedic Candidate Pre-Enrolment Physical Abilities Test (PC-PAT)) *

Please note- we listed the above documents in two categories for learners navigating coming to Canada for the first time. Learner’s who are already in Canada should be able to obtain all these documents easily. Please reach out if you have any questions.

The Nova Scotia Graduate is designed for international graduates who have recently completed their studies and possess skills that align with specific National Occupational Classifications. At Medavie HealthEd, we provide programs that cater to the NOC 32102 Paramedical Occupations.

Click hereto learn more about the Nova Scotia Graduate Initiative.

If English is not your first language you are required to demonstrate English proficiency, regardless of your country of origin or citizenship status. Medavie HealthEd reserves the right to require language proficiency testing if there is concern that an applicant may not meet the program’s language requirements.

Applicants may be exempt from language testing if they have successfully completed one of the following:

• Completed a minimum of Grade 12 at an English high school and has completed a Grade 11 or 12 Academic English course.
• Studied for a minimum one year at a post-secondary institution in the language of choice.

English Competency Testing

Medavie HealthEd requires a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 8 for English programming or an Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (NCLC) of 8 for French programming.

• International applicants may provide current testing results from approved testing organizations such as International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Test d’évaluation de français (TEF).

Resulting scores will be compared to the CLB/NCLC equivalency charts as prescribed by the Government of Canada (https://www.canada.ca).

ESL School

You can provide a certificate of completion from a recognized ESL School demonstrating an equivalency of required English proficiency. Medavie HealthEd’s language school partners that meet the required level include:

• CLLC University Pathway – Students must complete CLLC’s Pathway Program (Level 7)
• ACLA – Students must complete ACLA’s Pathway Program

If English is your second language, please note that at the end of the program, to register and apply for licensing with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Paramedicine (NSRoP), you will be required to do language testing to meet the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulator’s language requirement. (https://copr.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Assessment-of-International-Applicants-Handbook_21Nov16_CLW.pdf)

IELTS Academic – Example of CLB equivalency

Below is a list of our current program fees. Please note that all fees are subject to change.

Starting September 2026:

Policy 3‑10 — Drop Out / Withdrawal

This policy outlines how Medavie HealthEd (MHE) manages situations where a learner chooses to leave their program after it has begun. A learner who formally withdraws is recorded as a “dropout/withdrawal” in their file.

The policy ensures that learners may leave the program voluntarily and without pressure to reveal personal details. MHE staff will explore reasonable options to help the learner remain enrolled—such as academic, personal, or financial supports—provided these options do not impose costs on the institution. If the learner chooses to pursue an offered solution, this must be confirmed in writing within the required timeframe. Learners who complete a withdrawal may be eligible for tuition refunds according to the institution’s Refund Policy.

For further information refer to Policy 3‑10 in the MHE Policies and Procedures Manual.

Policy 4‑70 — Learner in Good Standing

A “Learner in Good Standing” is one who consistently meets all institutional expectations across academics, professionalism, attendance, clinical/practicum requirements, health documentation, financial obligations, and compliance with all MHE policies.

This designation is essential, as learners must be in good standing to participate in classes, simulations, clinical/practicum placements, assessments, and to access institutional supports or resources. Requirements include maintaining satisfactory academic progress, demonstrating professionalism in conduct and communication, following safety and confidentiality rules, keeping immunizations and background checks up to date, and meeting all payment schedules.

Loss of good standing may occur due to academic difficulties, behavioural or professionalism concerns, attendance issues, unmet clinical requirements, or outstanding financial balances. Consequences may include restrictions on program participation, placement removal, suspension, or dismissal. Learners may regain good standing by resolving the underlying issues and meeting all corrective expectations.

For further information refer to Policy 4‑70 in the MHE Policies and Procedures Manual.

Section 11 — Complaints (Complaint Resolution Process)

This policy establishes a clear, respectful process for learners to raise concerns about their learning experience or institutional services, without fear of reprisal. Medavie HealthEd is committed to high‑quality education and responsive resolution of concerns.

The policy defines two pathways:
Informal Resolution, which encourages learners to speak directly with the staff member involved to clarify the concern and work collaboratively toward a solution; and
Formal Resolution, used when informal steps are not appropriate or do not resolve the issue. Formal complaints must be submitted in writing and will be investigated by an appropriate administrator. All parties have the right to be heard, and confidentiality is respected throughout the process.

The policy also explains group complaints, timelines for submission (typically within 30 days), and the right to escalate unresolved matters to the provincial regulator when applicable. If a learner believes a complaint was handled unfairly, they may appeal through the institution’s appeal process.

For further information refer to Section 11 in the MHE Policies and Procedures Manual.

In order to become an exclusive Agency Partner with Medavie HealthEd you must first apply through our Agency Application, here. Once your application is reviewed, we will be in touch with further instructions.

If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to: medavie.international@gmail.com.

If you are not currently in Canada on a valid study permit- you must be represented through one of our Agency Partners. You can see a list of approved Agency Partners below;