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Registered Nurse to Paramedic Bridging Program

HLT50412 - Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance)

​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 (Ambulance) 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) and it meets the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) requirements.

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

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Course Objectives

​The objectives of this course are to provide a 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

7 Compulsory Units

HLTAMBAE501D

Implement Safe Access and Egress in an Emergency

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HLTAMBAS501B

Conduct Clinical Assessment

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HLTAMBCR502C

Deliver Standard Clinical Care

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HLTAMBFC402C

Communicate in Complex or Difficult Situations

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HLTAMBPD401C

Manage Personal Stressors in the Work Environment

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HLTHIR402D

Contribute to Organisational Effectiveness in the Health industry

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HLTWHS456A

Identify, Assess and Control WHS Risk in Own Work

Elective Units

HLTHIR403C

Work Effectively with Culturally Diverse Clients and Co-workers

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HLTAMBAE504D

Follow Procedures for Safe Extrication of Clients in Life Threatening Situations

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HLTAMBSC503B

Contribute to Managing the Scene of an Emergency

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HLTAMBT402C

Transport Emergency Clients (Note pre-requisite : HLTAMBT301B)

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HLTAMBC403C

Coordinate Resources

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HLTHIR506C

Implement and Monitor Compliance with Legal and Ethical Requirements

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


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).

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​​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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