The goal of Algoma District Paramedic Services staff development is to enhance and further the knowledge and skill base of paramedics while also ensuring a familiarity with existing standards.

Given the extraordinarily large geographic area of the district covered, approximately 48,000 sq. kms, Algoma District Paramedic Services continues in its efforts to make use of the benefits of technology to bring learning solutions to staff in the field. Using computer workstations and Internet access available in all of our stations, we have been able to efficiently deliver educational material to staff. This allows for a rapid adaptation to evolving patient care issues, to the benefit of those we serve.

Staff development also includes a student placement component. The Deputy Chief of Algoma District Paramedic Services coordinates the placement of college paramedic students with practicing paramedics.  College paramedic students complete their program required field placement hours and gain valuable experience in providing patient care under the direct supervision of paramedics while simultaneously being exposed to the day to day operations of Algoma District Paramedic Services and seeing what our service has to offer.