314169 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
Introduction
The Graduate Certificate in Paramedicine is a collaborative program offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery in conjunction with St John Ambulance Association, Western Australia. This course is designed to provide registered nurses with the appropriate knowledge and skills to become ambulance paramedics. The course includes an extensive internship with the St John Ambulance Association.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent or a hospital-based diploma and registration as a comprehensive or general nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). You must have at least 24 months’ experience in an acute area of practice.
Note
The following clearances are required before applying for this course: Criminal record screening and clearance, Communicable diseases, Working with children, Current WA drivers license. All prospective applicants will be subject to an interview and selection process with St John Ambulance Association and Curtin University.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This course is one year part-time study.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase textbooks, and other essential study materials.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 314170 | v.1 | Paramedicine Clinical Practice 531 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314171 | v.1 | Paramedicine Clinical Practice 532 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 314172 | v.1 | Contemporary Issues in Paramedic Practice 532 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314173 | v.1 | Paramedicine Special Populations 532 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
