Paramedicine
Why study Paramedicine?
We offer an exciting, area of study that gives beginning practitioners the necessary knowledge and skills in paramedicine to practice in the ambulance industry. The structure and design of the course ensures graduates can provide holistic, high-quality out-of-hospital care to clients in routine and challenging situations.
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for positions in ambulance organisations in Australia and overseas.
Courses
Local students
2013
Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Paramedic Practice
- Duration :
- 4 years full-time
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Campus/ATAR:
- Albury-Wodonga 77.05
- Bendigo 81.55
- Mildura 75.65
- Shepparton 77.05
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Paramedics play a crucial role in ther healthcare system, and paramedicine offers a range of extremely rewarding careers in and beyond ambulance services. This course aims to assist students to obtain the skills needed for a career in paramedicine, with a unique focus on community practice and a strong emphasis on chronic disease management and public health.
The curriculum covers the key areas of assessment, interpretation, clinical skills, safety, risk management and quality assurance, infection control and care in pre-hospital environments. It also covers disaster and emergency management, health systems, professional ethics and legal responsibilities, administration and personal and professional development. - Prerequisite
- VCE Units 3 & 4: study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English, and at least 20 in one of Biology, Chemistry, Health and Human Development, Mathematics (any), Physical Education, Physics or Psychology.
- Year 12 and non-year 12 extra requirements
- Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application.
For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page. - Middle band
- Consideration is given to Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) criteria. In addition, a regional bonus may apply.
- Costs
- Students should allow approximately A$300 for a uniform and equipment for use on clinical placements. In addition, students are required to undergo a National Police Check- A$15.50, immunisations - A$250-470. Accommodation costs for clinical placements (if applicable) vary according to venue. All prices are approximate. Applicants must obtain a Working With Children Check (no cost), and immunisations before commencement of clinical placements.
- Additional information
- Students at Albury-Wodonga, Mildura and Shepparton campuses must transfer to the Bendigo campus for the last three years of the course.
This course has a clinical component. For further information, please visit the Health Sciences website. - How to apply
- VTAC
- Professional recognition
- While the ambulance industry is highly regulated, there are currently no professional registration requirements.
- Full course details
- Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeBendigo
Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeMildura
Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeShepparton
Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeAlbury-Wodonga
Want to know more?
Feel free to ask us a question about any course for local students.
Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
2013
Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Paramedic Practice (062598G/071129F)
- Duration :
- 4 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 25 040
- Campus
- Bendigo
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- Paramedics play a crucial role in ther healthcare system, and paramedicine offers a range of extremely rewarding careers in and beyond ambulance services. This course aims to assist students to obtain the skills needed for a career in paramedicine, with a unique focus on community practice and a strong emphasis on chronic disease management and public health.
The curriculum covers the key areas of assessment, interpretation, clinical skills, safety, risk management and quality assurance, infection control and care in pre-hospital environments. It also covers disaster and emergency management, health systems, professional ethics and legal responsibilities, administration and personal and professional development. Bendigo - English Language Requirements
- Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70%) PG1) level conducted by La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 70 per cent final result in a course.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
or approved international equivalent. Bendigo - Academic entry requirements
- LTM Foundation Studies - 80 and at least two A's, including an A in English
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 81.00
International Baccalaureate - 29
GCE A Levels - 13
Hong Kong A Levels - 8
HKDSE - 2x Level 5
Sri Lankan A Levels - ABB
STPM - 10.33
MICSS (UEC) - 3
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 80
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 5
Sweden Slutbetyg - VG
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 80
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8.5
Indonesia (SMA) - 8.5
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 3.0
GAOKAO - see: the website Bendigo - Subject prerequisite
- Two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Year 12 Mathematics. Bendigo
- Additional costs
- Students should allow approximately A$300 for a uniform and equipment for use on clinical placements. In addition, students are required to undergo a National Police Check- A$15.50, immunisations - A$250-470. Accommodation costs for clinical placements (if applicable) vary according to venue. All prices are approximate. Applicants must obtain a Working With Children Check (no cost), and immunisations before commencement of clinical placements. Bendigo
- Professional recognition
- While the ambulance industry is highly regulated, there are currently no professional registration requirements. Bendigo
- Full course details
- Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeBendigo
Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeMildura
Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeShepparton
Health Sciences/Paramedic PracticeAlbury-Wodonga
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Your study experience
La Trobe University and Ambulance Victoria are using advanced simulations to give paramedic students a unique hands-on experience. Watch the crash course for paramedics video.
An essential component of the Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Paramedic Practice course is the requirement for all students to undertake clinical placements with Ambulance Victoria. Read the Course and Industry Requirements (DOC 488KB)
Alternative pathways
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this course or want to transfer from another university or course, see alternative pathways.
Paramedicine placements
Professional placements are usually done in the third and fourth years of the program and allow you to put your theory into practice. Placements focus on work-based learning opportunities in hospitals, community settings and with Ambulance Victoria.
Overseas study opportunities
You may be eligible for our student exchange program.
Student profiles
Students from our Faculty talk about their experience at La Trobe.
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academics during your course, from tutors through to lecturers. You can view all the staff from the Faculty of Health Sciences or focus on staff in Paramedicine.
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