- On-road clinical placements with QAS Ambulance Paramedics
- Academics are clinical experts in the industry
- Excellent employment opportunities—paramedics are in demand
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Paramedic Science
Award abbreviation: BParamedicSc
QTAC code: 013431
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-11 / Rank-78
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Biology; and at least one of the other sciences
Recommended prior preparation: Criminal History check; Suitability Card (Blue Card CCYPCG); Hepatitis B immunisation; First Aid and CPR training.
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC395
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Prepare for employment as a qualified Paramedic within Australia.
In this program you gain a strong foundation in clinical and paramedic sciences, and examine the contemporary role of paramedics as both professionals within the community and as an integral part of the greater medical, allied health and emergency services team. You develop clinical knowledge, skills and practice through both simulation and industry on-road ambulance placements. Paramedic practice is included across the paramedic and allied health disciplines of pre-hospital emergency care and primary healthcare practice.
Additional admission requirements
This program has higher English language proficiency requirements than most other programs at this level offered by the University.
Refer to the English language requirements for more information.
Clinical placement information
Students can access important information about clinical placement on the Queensland Ambulance Services (QAS) website—refer to the University Undergraduate Clinical Placement Information Kit.
Students are required to have undertaken, completed and presented proof of all QAS mandatory requirements, prior to being approved by QAS for clinical placement. Some pre-clinical requirements, can take many months to be finalised and should be started as soon as students are accepted into the Bachelor of Paramedic Science to meet mandatory QAS requirements.
Post-admission requirements
It is recommended you obtain a current (Senior) First Aid Certificate before undertaking on-road ambulance placements with the Queensland Ambulance Service.
Career opportunities
Ambulance paramedic, pre-hospital emergency care, aeromedical, rescue and retrieval, remote and rural health care, clinical education throughout Australia and Internationally.
Professional recognition
Students may apply for membership with Paramedics Australasia, and their special interest group Student Paramedics Australasia (SPA). Graduates are eligible for full membership of Paramedics Australasia.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete all required courses as listed below
- Complete all clinical practicum courses
- To undertake clinical practicum in Queensland with QAS, you must meet the minimum requirements, by the start of semester. Please refer to the QAS website www.ambulance.qld.gov.au/recruitment Undergraduate Clinical Placement Information Kit
Program notes
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods, including case studies, essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests, clinical scenarios (OSCA’s) and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Students will be required to cover all additional costs associated with this program. Information outlining the current requirements will be made available to all prospective applicants, and students will be provided more detailed information on starting the program.
- Some courses within this program must be completed over the Summer and Winter Semesters and require students to commit to full-time unpaid employment.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Introductory courses (10)
COR109 Paramedic Clinical Foundations
LFS103 Public Health Foundations
LFS112 Paramedic Foundation Practicum 1
LFS122 Human Pathophysiology
PAR101 Paramedic Clinical Systems
PAR102 Paramedic - Medical Emergencies 1
PAR103 Introduction to Behavioural Health
PUB104 Introduction to Pharmacology
PUB112 Public Health Foundations
SCI110 Science Research Methods
Advanced courses (14)
BIM263 Introduction to Pharmacology
HLT221 Human Pathophysiology
HLT301 Contexts of Practice: Mental Health Care
PAR201 Paramedic Primary Healthcare: Community Paramedicine
PAR202 Paramedic Primary Healthcare: Medical
PAR203 Paramedic Clinical Practicum 2
PAR211 Cardiac and Respiratory Emergencies
PAR212 Paramedic Primary Healthcare - Trauma
PAR222 Legal and Ethical Practice in EMS (Emergency Medical Services)
PAR301 Paramedic Primary Healthcare: Maternal and Neonatal Health
PAR302 Paramedic Primary Healthcare: Substance Use and Toxicology
PAR311 Leadership in Clinical Practice
PAR312 Paramedic Clinical Practicum 3
PAR321 Paramedic Primary Healthcare: Transition to Practice
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Paramedic Science Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- Nine (9) required courses:
COR109 and SCI110 should be studied in Semester 1
PAR103 should be studied in Session 11 or Session 2 during the Summer break
Required courses (9)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 | |||
| LFS103 | |||
| PAR101 Caring Practice: Acute Health Alteration | |||
| SCI110 Caring Communities: Transcultural Health Practices | |||
| LFS112 | |||
| LFS122 | |||
| PAR102 | |||
| PUB112 | |||
| PAR103 Coastal and Marine Ecology |
Year 2
- Nine (9) required courses:
PAR203 should be studied in Session 6 during the Winter mid-year break.
Required coures (9)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLT221 Climate Change Adaptation | |||
| PAR201 Introduction to Climate Change Mitigation | |||
| PAR211 Coastal Systems Dynamics | |||
| PUB104 Environment and Health | |||
| BIM263 Environmental Health Risk Management | |||
| PAR202 Planning and Environmental Law | |||
| PAR301 Professional Practice: Legal Frameworks and Issues | |||
| PAR222 Medical Microbiology | |||
| PAR203 Food Safety: Laws, Regulations and Quality Assurance |
Year 3
- Six (6) required courses
Required courses (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HLT301 Communication and Thought | |||
| PAR212 Introductory Bioscience | |||
| PAR311 Paramedic Professional Studies | |||
| PAR302 Science Research Methods | |||
| PAR312 Human Physiology | |||
| PAR321 Human Anatomy |