Bachelor
The Bachelor of Paramedic Science at CQUniversity is designed to equip you with the skills to become a Paramedic. If you are already a practicing Paramedic and would like to gain a formal qualification this program may also be for you.
You will develop foundation knowledge in sciences, human body systems, study and research skills and paramedic practice.
In addition your training will focus on disease processes and emergency treatment, and include practical placements in paramedic care, enabling you to graduate work ready and highly sought after by employers.
Work placement within the industry allows you to put your learning into practice and work closely with paramedics to respond to real-life emergency situations.
The practice of paramedic services is increasing in specific business areas and the Bachelor of Paramedic Science meets the current demands of the industry, ensuring you become a skilled professional.
Choose to study on-campus or benefit from the flexibility of studying by online study.
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or the United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years of:
Completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or the United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between the final examination date and the date of commencement of the study and must appear on a single result certificate.
Each student will be assessed individually.
NOTE: Students are required to obtain a valid first-aid certificate with a current CPR certification prior to enrolment in unit PMSC11002.
Security RequirementsNo information available at this time.Health RequirementsNo information available at this time.Assumed KnowledgeEnglish (4, SA), Maths B (4, SA), Chemistry, Biology, Science.
Students who have not studied chemistry are advised to enrol in an introductory chemistry unit at CQUniversity. The recommended unit of study is CHEM40079.
The Bachelor of Paramedic Science is your gateway to a role as a health professional in emergency medicine and retrieval. You may also find employment opportunities in private paramedic services supporting mines, industry and the resource sector.
This course is the ideal pathway if you choose to complete further study and specialise in areas such as: