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Australian Paramedical College Team

Our Training and Assessment Team

Dr Simon Sawyer, PhD

Dr Simon Sawyer, PhD

Director of Education
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002206028
  • Simon has a Bachelor’s of Paramedicine (with Honour), a PhD in Paramedicine, a Bachelor’s of Psychology and Management/Marketing, and a Certificate in Health Professions Education.
  • Registered Paramedic with 10+ years as an Advanced Life Support Paramedic in Victoria
  • 7 years working as a University Lecturer teaching the Bachelor of Paramedicine programs
  • One of the first Paramedics in the world to earn his PhD in Paramedicine, focusing on paramedic response to family violence. Presenting his research and providing training across the world.
  • A proud cat owner
Jaime Wallis

Jaime Wallis

Training Manager
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002245479
  • Bachelor of Paramedicine and a Graduate Certificate in Health Education.
  • Registered Paramedic with 15 years as an Advanced Life Support Paramedic with Ambulance Victoria.
  • 10 years working as a University Lecturer teaching in Bachelor of Paramedicine programs.
  • Enjoys sports, getting into nature, and connecting
Nathan Seidel

Nathan Seidel

Trainer & Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002466973
  • 7 years in resources doing Emergency Services, is currently employed as an Advanced Care Paramedic
  • Diploma of Paramedical Science with APC
  • Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with the University of Tasmania
  • Graduate Certificate of Advanced Paramedicine with the University of Tasmania
  • Certificate III in Mines Emergency Response and Rescue, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Drug and Alcohol Testing Qualification.
  • Hold qualifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Paediatric Life Support (PLS), Major Incident Medical Management and Support (MIMMS) & Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS).
  • Loves travelling with his wife
Jens Hojby

Jens Hojby

Trainer & Assessor
  • 7 years industry experience as a Trainer & Assessor (Medical).
  • Completed a Diploma in Paramedical Science, Diploma of Leadership & Management & Diploma of Work Health Safety.
  • Event Medic – marathons and sport events.
Gary Halford

Gary Halford

RPL & WHS Officer, Trainer & Assessor
  • 15 years working as Tech Officer in Anatomy & Pathology at UQ & Griffith Uni & worked for RPL Help Pty Ltd for 4 years.
  • Diploma of Management, Certificate IV WHS, Certificate IV TAE, Certificate III Mortuary Science.
  • Enjoys surfing, the beach, golf, camping and following the NRL.
Sophie Lucia Griffiths

Sophie Lucia Griffiths

Trainer & Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002393453
  • Bachelor of Paramedicine with Charles Sturt University
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
  • 9 years experience as a Registered Nurse (NWW0001922655) in a variety of settings.
  • Loves brunching and exploring.
Mick Jones

Mick Jones

Trainer & Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002286500
  • Gained extensive experience as an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP), clinical instructor, Rescue Paramedic and an Operations and Training Coordinator.
  • Professional and vocational qualifications in paramedicine, industrial health and OHS, mines rescue, security, policing and vocational education.
  • Retired detective in the Police force.
Stephanie Burton

Stephanie Burton

Trainer & Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002267211
  • 5+ years State Ambulance Service – Queensland & ACT.
  • 1-year Paramedic & Emergency Services Officer in QLD Coal Mines.
  • Bachelor of Paramedic Science at University of Sunshine Coast.
  • Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy/ Sports Medicine/ Athletic Training at Union College, KY, USA.
  • Certificate III in Mines Emergency Response and Rescue, Drug and Alcohol Testing, and Apply & monitor Emergency Preparedness & Response Systems in Surface Operations.
  • Certificate IV in Training & Assessment 
  • Personal Interests: Enjoys gym, the beach & getting into nature & all animals.
Betina Ellul

Betina Ellul

Trainer & Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002481076
  • Bachelor of Clinical Practice (Paramedicine) from Charles Sturt University.
  • Cert IV in Training and Assessment.
  • 4 years’ experience working for London Ambulance Service as a frontline Paramedic.
  • 6 months working for the Clinical Hub within London Ambulance Service as a Clinical Advisor (UK HCPC Registration – PA44542).
  • 2 years’ experience working for private paramedic companies.
  • Volunteered in Tanzania completing health checks on school children.
  • Loves travel and cooking!
Chris King

Chris King

Trainer & Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002204875
  • Bachelor of Health Science Paramedic
  • Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
  • 6 years on road experience as an Advanced Life Support Paramedic and Clinical Instructor
  • 3 years as a Trainer & Assessor and Training Team Leader in the First Aid and Healthcare Industry
  • Love motorbike riding, water skiing and training, and walking my 2 best friends (German Shepherd & Rottweiler)
Jennifer Prendergast

Jennifer Prendergast

Trainer & Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002625951
  • NZ Paramedic Council registration 773318
  • Bachelor of Paramedicine with Charles Sturt University
  • Diploma of Paramedical Science and Certificate IV in Healthcare with APC
  • 1-year experience as an EMT and 2 years as a Paramedic with St John Ambulance New Zealand
  • Loves dancing, going to the gym, hitting up the beach, traveling, and skiing.
Jolene Moss

Jolene Moss

Trainer and Assessor
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002253333
  • Over 22 years of experience in healthcare, specialising in emergency and non-emergency healthcare throughout Australia.
  • Has studied Paramedicine, Nursing and Midwifery at universities across Australia. She also holds an Advanced Diploma, completed while working for QAS.
  • Born in New Zealand, loves to 4WD,  spend time with family and is a mother to two teenage boys.

Our Student Success Team

Jackie McCudden

Jackie McCudden

Student Success Team Manager
  • 10 years varied experience in leadership (administration, recruitment, hospitality).
  • Worked on yachts and cruise ships in her younger years.
  • Newfound love for adventure activities.
Kym Rudnick

Kym Rudnick

Student Success Officer
  • Enrolled Nurse.
  • Currently studying Certificate of Mental Health at Tafe.
  • Over 30 years experience in IT administration, event management and working as a travel agent.
  • Loves to travel, mountain bike, do pilates and walk on the beach.
Holly Fox

Holly Fox

Student Success Officer
  • Self-proclaimed travel addict.
  • Originally from New Zealand is a big rugby and rugby league supporter.
  • Mother of two children.

Our Admissions Team

Paul Simpson

Paul Simpson

Admissions & Sales Manager
  • 17+ years Senior Sales Management
  • BA (hons) Technical & Information Illustration
  • Loves to travel having travelled to 57 countries
  • Husband & Father to 2 children aged 3 & 5
Denise Jones

Denise Jones

Admissions Coordinator
  • Over 20 years’ experience in administration & accounts.
  • Certificates III & IV in Business Administration & Accounts.
  • Previously studied Bachelor of Business at Griffith Uni.
  • A proud grandmother.
Chryss Stone

Chryss Stone

Senior Course Advisor
  • An integral part of the company since inception.
  • Background in education.
  • Has an adopted son from Russia.
Samantha Ford

Samantha Ford

Senior Course Advisor
  • Very passionate about her role because she thrives on helping people.
  • Love all things natural, health and self-care.
  • Swears by the Barefoot Investor to help get financially ahead in life.
Alexander Paramonov

Alexander Paramonov

Course Advisor
  • Studied IT at Deakin University and completed a Bachelor of Theology in NY State University (HTS)
  • Worked in subscription TV with Foxtel for 5 years and made a movie as an extra cameraman with Ron Howard called “13 Lives” (Nov 2022)
  • Love doing community work
  • Fluent in Russian
  • Love watching movies & traveling the world
Peter Stewart

Peter Stewart

Course Advisor
  • Passionate about helping people to achieve their full potential.

  • Loves seeing the positive impact of further training & education on people’s lives.  

  • Enjoys time at the beach with his family and dogs!
Andrew Cusack

Andrew Cusack

Course Advisor
  • Completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at Deakin University.
  • Passionate about guiding students to reach their career goals.
  • Loves fitness and sports!
Scott Williamson

Scott Williamson

Course Advisor
  • Over 10 years of experience working in higher education
  • Loves seeing students achieve their goals through further study
  • Passionate about family, fishing and all sport
Terie Burke

Terie Burke

Appointment Setter
  • Worked in call centres in superannuation and health insurance field
  • Worked for Public Trustee for 15 years in Sydney as a clerical and legal assistant and part-time in hospitality
  • Shorthand/Typist Diploma and Certificate III in retail
  • Loves swimming, walking and bike riding on the beach and a proud mum of 2 teenagers and 2 fur babies.
Melissa Erbacher

Melissa Erbacher

Appointment Setter
  • Worked in call centres with Investment Property and Superannuation.
  • Worked for MLC for 9 years in Melbourne.
  • Worked in hospitality for 16 years in Melbourne.
  • Love watching the Real Housewives reality franchise.

Our Compliance Team

Paulette Thacker

Paulette Thacker

Quality Practice & Compliance Manager
  • 15 years in VET Quality, Risk and Compliance.
  • Diploma of Quality Auditing, Vocational Education and Training, Training Design and Development.
  • Enjoys exploring Australia with my family, sewing and craft.

Our Marketing Team

Katie Guthrie

Katie Guthrie

Content Marketing Manager
  • Completed a Bachelor of Business (Marketing and Public Relations) at QUT.
  • 10 years’ experience in marketing and communications within the healthcare, legal and not-for-profit sectors.
  • Loves to travel and try new food!
Jason Moore

Jason Moore

Marketing Specialist
  • Holds a Bachelor of Entertainment Business from JMC Academy.
  • Has over eight years of experience in marketing, working as a Digital Marketing Coordinator and Content Manager. 
  • A huge sports fan, he follows NRL, AFL, and NFL, often cheering for his team (even when they lose). He loves spending time at the beach, surfing, and has a passion for cooking and trying new foods at restaurants

Our Technology Team

Renato Melhado

Renato Melhado

ICT Support Officer
  • MBA – ICT Management
  • Multiple ICT/Network diploma
  • 15+ IT Experience (start-up, government, factories) and I love what I do.
  • Married, 2 cats, fish tank, bass player, skateboard and fishing.
Felipe Waltrick

Felipe Waltrick

Data Engineer
  • Master in Big Data(Data Science)
  • More than 13 years working as Data Engineer and previously as CRM Data Analytics Specialist and Bussiness Inteligence Developer.
  • I have built a solid career over the years that I have been working in IT, always striving to deliver best-in-class services, and to keep up with the latest technology.
  • I love: My marriage, my faith (christianity), and my job (Technology/Data)
Andre Rodrigues

Andre Rodrigues

ICT Project Administrator
  • Diploma of Project Management
  • 5+ years working with ICT Projects in Australia, UK and Brazil.
  • Interests: Soccer, Movies and Music.

Our Finance Team

Andrea Male

Andrea Male

Finance Manager
  • Bachelor of Business majoring in accounting at Swinburne University
  • CPA qualified
  • 20+ years experience in corporate accounting across various industries
  • Proud mum of one and two ragdoll cats – Samson and Goliath
  • Loves long walks on the beach and alfresco dining at cafes
Nicole Doon

Nicole Doon

Accounts Officer
  • 10+ years’ experience in accounts and administration
  • Former Bookkeeping & Accounting Trainer and Assessor
  • Proud mum of two children
  • Loves outdoor adventures and activities
  • My life motto “happy is beautiful”

Our Leadership Team

Sahil Shekhar

Sahil Shekhar

Managing Director
  • Former management consultant focusing on the healthcare and education sectors.
  • Bachelor of Arts (Economics) and Masters in Public Administration (International Development).
  • Dog dad to 2 “oversized” chihuahuas. Student of meditation. Passionate travel itinerary planner.
Johnson Wang

Johnson Wang

Managing Director
  • Bachelors in Engineering and Commerce, and MBA
  • Background in technology, finance, and management consulting
  • Enjoys all racquet sports, yum cha, and British panel shows
Dr Simon Sawyer, PhD

Dr Simon Sawyer, PhD

Director of Education
Registered Paramedic: PAR0002206028
  • Simon has a Bachelor’s of Paramedicine (with Honour), a PhD in Paramedicine, a Bachelor’s of Psychology and Management/Marketing, and a Certificate in Health Professions Education.
  • Registered Paramedic with 10+ years as an Advanced Life Support Paramedic in Victoria
  • 7 years working as a University Lecturer teaching the Bachelor of Paramedicine programs
  • One of the first Paramedics in the world to earn his PhD in Paramedicine, focusing on paramedic response to family violence. Presenting his research and providing training across the world.
  • A proud cat owner
Stephen Booth

Stephen Booth

Director of Growth
  • Bachelor of Commerce (Management & Marketing) and Graduate Certificate in Human Nutrition
  • 10+ years of experience across sales, marketing, and new product development in the education and training space
  • My dedication lies in expanding APC’s influence and making a lasting impact by empowering our students with essential practical skills that have the power to save and transform lives
Sally Metcalf

Sally Metcalf

Director of People & Culture
  • Completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Industrial Relations & Employee Relations) at WSU.
  • 20 years working in HR across diverse industries.
  • Loves walking on the beach.
  • Motto in life is to “choose kindness”.
  • Mum to identical twins.
Sailesh Ranjit

Sailesh Ranjit

Director of Technology
  • Bachelor of Computer Science
  • 10+ years in technology leadership and team development
  • Background in infrastructure, digital transformation and process improvement
  • Enjoys outdoors, travel and road trips
  • Loves music and plays multiple instruments