The thyroid drug Synthroid (levothyroxine sodium), as the name implies, is anything but natural. It is not bio-equivalent to the natural hormone thyroxine, but is instead a synthetic, hormone-like substance with very different properties.
Time Required: 12 to 18 months. Here's How: 1  Be a Canadian citizen, be of good character, be proficient in either English or French, and be at least 18 years old when you apply. 2  Get a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, a valid Canadian driver's licence, and be ready to meet RCMP physical and medical requirements.
As for paramedic training, it takes from 1.5-2 years and you should be an EMT for at least 2 years before beginning the course. Once you are certified/licensed, you can work on the road in an ambulance, in a hospital (typically emergency department) setting, or get your fire certs and work for a fire department.