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Registered Nurse to Paramedic Bridging Course

​In recognition of the acute medical skills that a suitably experienced Registered Nurse offers, Wilson Medic One has designed a bridging course to a Diploma of Paramedical Science qualification.

Wilson Medic One strongly supports the use of this qualification by any individual who is required to provide paramedical services outside of a state ambulance service (i.e. Mining and Offshore).

​Course Delivery Includes:

External
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Online
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Face-to-face
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Clinical placements
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Driving workshop
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Nationally Recognised Training
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Pathways

​Wilson Medic One is dedicated to assisting students in achieving their study and career goals

​Careers

This qualification covers workers employed by State Ambulance authorities and non-emergency transport companies to provide emergency and non-emergency client care and transport services.

  • Event medic/Paramedic
  • Emergency Services Officer
  • Industrial Paramedic
  • Ambulance Officer / Transport Attendant

​Study Pathways

The HLT51015 Diploma of Paramedical Science qualification may provide you with advanced standing into Bachelor degrees at Australian Universities.

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Course Objectives

This qualification is clustered by Wilson Medic One to form a targeted and work ready program. Many students continuing with their pre-hospital care knowledge and training and moving into more advanced areas of study as a natural progression

The course is delivered in 2 Phases for RN students with 9 Core Units and 8 Elective Units which are delivered in a cluster format providing program that is holistic in its approach and has meaning and relevancy to the student’s work functions as the program is based on real work tasks. 

Learning objectives include:

  • ​Increased scope of practice, in-line with organisation’s medical direction and protocols.
  • Extended and refined knowledge in the pre-hospital environment.
  • Work autonomously and within a team.
  • Team leader skills.
  • ​Critical thinking and differential field diagnosis skills.
  • Ability to perform a concise and complete medical assessment
  • Increase knowledge of pharmacological interventions and interactions
  • Advanced cardiac life support

Core Units

9 Core Units

CHCDIV001

Work With Diverse People

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CHCLEG001

Work Legally and Ethically
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HLTAAP002

Confirm Physical Health Status

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HLTAMB001

Follow Procedures for Routine Safe Removal of Patient 

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HLTAMB008

Assess and Deliver Standard Clinical Care
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HLTAMB012

Communicate in Complex Situations to Support Health

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HLTINF001

Comply with Infection Prevention and Control Policies and Procedures 

 
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HLTWHS002

Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care


Elective Units

8 Elective Units

BSBFLM303

Contribute to Effective Workplace Relationships 
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BSBMED301 

Interpret and Apply Medical Terminology Appropriately 
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HLTAMB002

Implement Safe Access and Egress in an Emergency

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HLTAMB003

Transport Emergency Patients

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HLTAMB011

Manage a Routine Non-Emergency Scene

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HLTAMB013

Contribute to Managing the Scene of an Emergency

 
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HLTAMB014

Transport Non-Emergency Patients Under Operational Conditions 

 
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CHCCS020

Respond Effectively to Behaviours of Concern


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Entry Requirements

  • Successful RPL application meeting entry and clinical requirements
  • Registered Nurse (RN) qualification and experience working as a health care provider
  • Recent experience within ED or critical care
  • Defensive Driving certificate no older than 6 months at the commencement of Module 2
  • Unrestricted Driving Licence
  • Police Clearance & Working with Children Check
  • Strong literacy and numeracy skills
  • Computer literacy skills to use Windows operating system and Microsoft Office


Credit for skills and past study

Wilson Medic One mutually recognises Statement(s) of Attainment and qualifications issued by other RTO's.

Certification

Following the successful completion of program, Qualification Testamur and Record of Achievement will be issued in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Enquire about this course

​​If you have questions about this course or would like any additional information, get in touch with us by calling 1300 262 000 or fill out the contact form here.​

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Course Outline

PDF Document

Enrolment Dates

Australia wide

Book a Course

Ambulance Booking Form

If you are submitting a booking outside of 0800 - 1800 please also contact the Wilson Medic One Duty Team Leader on 1300 262 000

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