CTS or Trillium College Paramedic Program?

[r_v_d110]

I am looking at taking the Paramedic Program either at CTS or Trillium. Can anyone give me any info also I am not the greatest at Bio and Chem but have 3 years experience with medical calls. I am a fulltime firefighter and we respone with ems.

Any advice and info would be really helpful

[mikeffd]

I went to CTS and I'd advise you to try one of the 2 year programs instead. If you want more info you can PM me.

[Javan]

I heard Trillium is garbage. Alot of bad reviews. CTS isnt bad. If your a firefigheter, maybe e-mail northern college because they have a pre-service firefighter bridging course into paramedics thats only 3 semesters. If you dont got the pre-service i can see that possibly being a problem. But e-mail them anyways to see if you could get in cuz you got the experience.

[maverick9999]

I went to CTS and I'd advise you to try one of the 2 year programs instead. If you want more info you can PM me.

Hi mikeffd - I'm interested in attending CTS. I have pm'd you. Anyone else with any other info it would be greatly appreciated!

[medic09]

I actually disagree with the comment that "Trillium College is garbage". I went there myself two years ago (it was CTC at the time) and got a job in the GTA through centralized testing no problem. Even though Trillium has taken over the course content and instruction has not changed. All of the instructors are working medics from regions throughout the GTA both Advanced and Primary Care. They gave us the tools to be successful. About 60-70% of my class are employed as Paramedics throughout the GTA and all of us to my knowledge passed the AEMCA. I would say that is pretty good considering the market. CTS is a shorter program so if that is what you are looking for then that is a decision you will have to make. Trillium is 16 months in length, less condensed than the CTS program but still challenging. You will get reviews both positive and negative from all schools, the best thing to do is to make appointments and sit down with the college reps and see what is the best fit for you. Like I said I really enjoyed my time there. I felt well prepared for the career.

[ownthesky]

How much is the tuition at Trillium?

[Javan]

How much is the tuition at Trillium?

I beleive its $16,000 ish

[firemedic86]

Take a community college 2 year course. You will come out more prepared. I know that the 1 year programs state that the same content is covered, but it's more rushed and less time is spent on training.

[Javan]

Take a community college 2 year course. You will come out more prepared. I know that the 1 year programs state that the same content is covered, but it's more rushed and less time is spent on training.

Quick question. How exaclt is it rushed if Triullium and Ontario college of health and technology say their program is 16months?....same amount of months that a two year community college program offeres. Im not sparking an argument or anything. but im just saying. Like yes, CTS is 12 months which is more compact then trillium and Ontario college. But if it is the same amount of months then why not go for private college? you just miss your summer and study right though it.

[firemedic86]

Quick question. How exaclt is it rushed if Triullium and Ontario college of health and technology say their program is 16months?....same amount of months that a two year community college program offeres. Im not sparking an argument or anything. but im just saying. Like yes, CTS is 12 months which is more compact then trillium and Ontario college. But if it is the same amount of months then why not go for private college? you just miss your summer and study right though it.

Sorry, I thought they were the same length as CTS. But my personal opinion is 12 straight months is brutal and you run the risk of burn-out. Its your education, if you feel that you can do it then go for it. When I took the program it was intensive, and I was really happy to have the summer break. I undestand everyone wants to get out working as soon as possible, but don't get in over your head. Just my two cents

[ambu12]

mikeffd probably failed (no offense). These types of programs you get what you put into it. If you have some prior background (I worked a few years as an EMT in the state of michigan) then the compressed courses are fine. You also have to be willing to work your ass off though and self study a lot.

In fact, CTS Sudbury and Barrie campus have boasted 100% first try A-EMCA pass rates for the last 4 years, which a lot of community colleges can't say. So anybody who argues they don't prepare you as well for the EMCA and the job itself don't know what they're talking about. The failure rates (from the program itself) are no different than community colleges either.

They're perfectly good courses, but may not suit EVERYBODY.

My 2c.

[mikeffd]

mikeffd probably failed (no offense). These types of programs you get what you put into it. If you have some prior background (I worked a few years as an EMT in the state of michigan) then the compressed courses are fine. You also have to be willing to work your ass off though and self study a lot.

In fact, CTS Sudbury and Barrie campus have boasted 100% first try A-EMCA pass rates for the last 4 years, which a lot of community colleges can't say. So anybody who argues they don't prepare you as well for the EMCA and the job itself don't know what they're talking about. The failure rates (from the program itself) are no different than community colleges either.

They're perfectly good courses, but may not suit EVERYBODY.

My 2c.

I passed both the program and the EMCA. I'm now working F/T as a medic in Ontario. Passing the EMCA isn't a tremendous indication of the quality of instruction. It's not a particularly difficult exam.

My criticism comes from attending the college and having exposure the education that students at schools like Humber, Centennial recieve (at a lower cost). Additionally, my opinions are shared by many former students of CTS. If you wish to get less while paying a great deal more, then by all means - CTS is the appropriate option.