Course Details
Introduction to Paramedic Practice
Course Code PARA609
EFTS 0.1250
Points 15.00
Level 6
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Prescriptor
Introduces student paramedics to the practical aspects of pre-hospital emergency care; includes orientation to the clinical work environment.
Resources
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Qualifications
The course is available as part of the following qualifications.
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  AK1011   Diploma in Paramedic Science   (DipPSc)
120.00
  AK3757   Graduate Certificate in Health Science   (GradCertHSc)
60.00
  AK1013   Graduate Diploma in Health Science   (GradDipHSc)
120.00
  AK3680   Bachelor of Health Science   (BHSc)
360.00
  HK3680   Bachelor of Health Science in Perioperative Practice   (BHSc in Perioperative Practice)
360.00
  HP3680   Bachelor of Health Science in Paramedicine   (BHSc in Paramedicine)
360.00
Timetable
2026, Semester 1 Standard
Class Stream Starting Ending Day Time Room
PARA609/DF01  A  23-Feb-2026  19-Jun-2026       
PARA609/M101  A  24-Feb-2026  24-Feb-2026  TUE  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MH315A 
    25-Feb-2026  27-May-2026  WED  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MH315A 
    03-Mar-2026  26-May-2026  TUE  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MH315A 
    28-Apr-2026  28-Apr-2026  TUE  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MC209 
    29-Apr-2026  29-Apr-2026  WED  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MC209 
2026, Semester 2 Standard
Class Stream Starting Ending Day Time Room
PARA609/DF02  A  13-Jul-2026  06-Nov-2026       
PARA609/M201  A  14-Jul-2026  13-Oct-2026  TUE  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MH315A 
    15-Jul-2026  14-Oct-2026  WED  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MH315A 
    10-Sep-2026  10-Sep-2026  THU  8:00 AM - 3:30 PM  MH315A 
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