Bachelor of Science (Paramedical Science)

Edith Cowan University (ECU)

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00279B

It can be the difference between life and death. A highly-trained, clear thinking professional paramedic regularly faces life and death situations as a first responder. Its unpredictable. Its demanding. And its exciting. But is it for you? Studying our Paramedicine degree will help you answer that question. Here, your studies will include many hours in work placement experiences with WA-based healthcare providers. And our realistic on campus simulations will help you develop practical skills, like pre-hospital diagnostic techniques, that are critical in this profession. Youll be taught by AHPRA registered industry professionals with on road experience, with many still actively working in the profession. Theyll help you develop an understanding of professional and ethical practice, communication and safe practice within the public health, social, cultural and clinical paramedical science environments. When you graduate, you can consider further specialization across a range of postgraduate courses, including Critical Care Paramedicine, Extended Care Paramedicine and Disaster and Emergency Response.

Structure

Total Credit Points 360

Subjects

  • Perspectives in Paramedic Professional Practice
  • Lifespan Development for Paramedics
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Paramedic Clinical Placements
  • Emergency Mental Health Response
  • Clinical Skills for Paramedical Practice
  • Society, Culture, and Health
  • Trauma Studies for Paramedics
  • Medical Studies for Paramedics
  • Introduction to Pharmacology
  • Prehospital Diagnostic Techniques
  • Health Research Methodology
  • Prehospital Policy, Ethics and Legal Issues
  • Advanced Paramedical Practice
  • Paediatric Studies for Paramedics
  • Obstetric Studies for Paramedics
  • Leadership and Management for Paramedics
  • Prehospital Perspectives in Emergency Management

Standard entry requirements

  • AQF Cert IV
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
  • Undergraduate Certificate
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment or
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.

Recognition

Accredited by: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra)

Study information

CampusFeesMid year intakeAttendance
Joondalup International: $126,600 No
  • Full-time : 3 years
  • Part-time : 6 years

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