Starting your Study Journey
By choosing Australian Paramedical College (APC), you’re on the right path to kick-starting a rewarding career that helps save lives across Australia and New Zealand – Aotearoa.
Tuition Fee: $13,265
Here’s a Course Overview for the APC course you’ve expressed interest in:
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Your Unique Student Identifier (USI) transcript. This is located on the USI Portal (USI Student Portal)
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Certified transcript/Record of Results for completed qualifications or other certified copies of Statement of Attainments with QR code (not included within USI transcript). If you have recently completed units with another RTO, please provide this with your USI Transcript.
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Certified transcript/Record of Results for completed qualifications or other certified copies of Statement of Attainments without QR Code and/or not included within USI transcript, a signed authorisation to release information form.
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A current resume with your job description/s, and relevant responsibilities
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A scope of practice (if applicable)
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Any other information that may support your application (for example, industry documentation, licencing, registration etc.)
How does it work?
Behind the Scenes at APC
Are you wondering what it’s really like to be an APC student?
Watch this video to learn all about the APC experience!
From learning why we’re Australia’s leading specialist college for pre-hospital healthcare to hearing all about our training facilities and education approach, you will quickly learn we’re passionate about what we do!
Career Pathways
Our qualifications are nationally recognised throughout Australia and can enable you to begin working in the Australian or New Zealand emergency healthcare industry as soon as you graduate. *
Our courses can lead to a range of jobs in the emergency healthcare sector, depending on which direction you’d like to take that aligns with your careers goals.
Private Medic Careers
If you’re looking to get straight into work as a Medic, the HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Heath Care will give you many of the skills needed to gain work in the private sector. Here are just a few private medic careers you could explore as an APC graduate:
- Event Medic
- Industrial Medic
- Medical Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
- Remote Medic
- Offshore Medic
- Adventure and Expedition Medic
ATA and EMT Careers
By studying the Diploma, you also have the option to accelerate your career as an Ambulance Transport Attendant (ATA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). These roles are often part of an ambulance crew and may be required to perform more advanced critical care, making them critical in the growing Non-Emergency Patient Transport (NEPT) sector.
APC has proudly connected with Hato Hone St John and Pro+Med NZ to offer our HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care graduates the chance to gain employment as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), or similar.
This exclusive offer allows graduates to pursue a career as a healthcare professional across two nations, all whilst studying your theory from the comfort of your own home due to our flexible online study option.
Does it get any better than that?
To be able to work as a registered State Ambulance Paramedic, you are required to hold a relevant bachelor’s degree and be AHPRA (Australia)/MCNZ (New Zealand) registered.
There are two ways to get a university paramedical degree:
- Direct Entry (Gain direct admission into university)
- Diploma Pathway (Gain a VET qualification and progress onto university)
APC offers the second entry pathway via the HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care.
There’s lots of reasons as to why people opt for studying a Diploma first including;
- If you do not have an ATAR/NCEA or a high enough ATAR/NCEA, the Diploma can act as a bridging or steppingstone qualification to help you gain entry to the Bachelor’s degree.
- What you learn in the Diploma is very similar to what you will learn in your first year of university, making what you do have to complete in that first year a lot easier and less stressful as you will already have that foundational knowledge.
- You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning which can shorten your degree. This will vary on your chosen university and is assessed on a case by case basis*
- The biggest advantage is becoming nationally qualified across Australia to start working in the private sector as soon as you graduate from APC, or pursue employment with our connections across NZ! This means you can have the advantage of working in the industry whilst studying your degree, which means you’ll have more practical experience and confidence as a health care professional when you graduate from university!
Yes absolutely!
To help paint the picture of your future career, here’s some examples of different jobs and industries emergency healthcare professionals operate in so you can get a feel for which one you might be bested suited to:
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Medic in mining, offshore, construction, manufacturing, hospitality, sports and tourism industries: Work in a fast-paced and unpredictable environment where every day is different. Develop your career and choose the sector that suits your past experiences and existing skills set.
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Event medic at sporting events such as Commonwealth Games, rugby league, equine, football, soccer, NFL, NRL: Working with a wide range of employers, from organisations to contractors, can be personally rewarding on so many levels. Reassure spectators and participants alike just by being on-site to administer medical care and even save lives. This type of role would appeal to sports fans who wish to play a bigger part that just being a member of a cheering crowd.
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Emergency response officer at airports, cruise terminals, train stations, bus terminals, ferries and heavy haulage depot: Work for private contractors who provide first response emergency care and assistance where vast amounts of people congregate and move through quickly.
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Emergency Medical Technician at public events, outdoor and indoor concerts: Provide immediate medical response where mass crowds gather. These types of roles can provide assistance with the effects of heat exhaustion and fatigue to full cardiac arrest and childbirth. Alternatively, you have the chance to work with leading healthcare providers in New Zealand, treating low to high-acuity patients at sporting events, motor racing, jet-boat racing and more.
University Pathways
If you’re looking to become a State Ambulance Paramedic, find out how our qualifications can provide a pathway to further study across Australia and New Zealand!
A number of universities offer a VET pathway to their bachelor programs.
While the HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care is a pathway to university, there is are no guarantee you will be able to get into any university at any time. Please keep in mind it can be competitive with limited spots available!
For students without an ATAR or NCEA who wish to become a Registered Paramedic, we offer a unique opportunity for students to apply for university that they would not otherwise have. Many APC students who have taken this path have been successful.
You may receive credits for completing the HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care.
Credits are awarded by universities through a Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) application process. The amount of credits awarded will vary depending on the university you choose in Australia or New Zealand.
APC proudly supports students who are interested in furthering their studies and wanting to pursue a university pathway to become a Registered Paramedic.
The HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care may provide entry and credits towards a degree at the following universities*:
- QLD: CQUniversity
- NSW: Charles Sturt University
- VIC: Victoria University
- WA: Edith Cowan University
- NZ: Auckland University of Technology
*We recommend checking with your chosen university to discuss your personal circumstances, keeping in mind VET entry is usually assessed as RPL on a case-by-case basis.
Our Industry Partners
APC partners and are connected with a number of incredible industry leaders across Australia and New Zealand to provide our students with quality Clinical Placement throughout their study journey.
Our Industry Partner’s offer APC students the opportunity to complete their Clinical Placement hours under their supervision.
This means students are able to gain real on-the-job experience while they study with established and reputable organisations across Australia and New Zealand.
*Students are required to complete the following Clinical Placement hours:
- HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care requires you to complete a total of 160 hours of Clinical Placement.
We are partnered with 15+ incredible industry leaders across Australia and New Zealand who regularly take our students for their placements, including;
- St John
- Medical Edge Australia
- Fire & Safety Australia
- Hato Hone St John
- Crown Melbourne
- Sport and Event Medics
- Pro+Med New Zealand
- Event Medical Plus and many more!
Yes! Many APC students go on to work for our Industry Partners following the completion of their course.
If a student has gained experience with an organisation via Clinical Placement and has demonstrated their clinical skillset and commitment during this time, it is not uncommon for them to be offered the chance to apply for a position should openings be available upon graduating.
Some of the many organisations APC students can apply for employment for upon graduation are Medical Edge Australia, Hato Hone St John, Crown Melbourne, Pro+Med NZ and more.
The APC Student Experience
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Clinical Workshops at a glance
Clinical Workshops are a definite highlight for our students during their study journey!
The workshops are an interactive, hands-on experience where you will develop your practical skills alongside our experienced trainers and fellow students in-person, PLUS:
- Use real-word, on-road medical and patient transport equipment
- Practice how to handle emergency & non-emergency scenarios
- Drive APC’s emergency transport vehicle!
*Note, all APC Clinical Workshops are held in Australia.
Learning with APC
Yes! All APC courses are nationally recognised in Australia, enabling you to kick start your career in emergency health care no matter where you live across the nation.
Please be advised that APC’s courses are not nationally-recognised throughout New Zealand. The HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care can although offer employment pathways to pursue in New Zealand thanks to our connections with Hato Hone St John and Pro+Med NZ.
The course requirements differ depending on which course you undertake.
For the HLT51020 Diploma of Emergency Health Care:
- Complete 17 units of competency
- Attend 2x 5-day clinical workshops
- Experience 160 hours of clinical placement
- All to be completed within 2-years from your intake date (most students complete in 18-24 months)
The following units will be completed as part of the Diploma course:
- BSBMED301 – Interpret and Apply Medical Terminology Appropriately
- HLTAAP002 – Confirm Physical Health Status
- HLTOUT010 – Communicate in Complex Situations to Support Healthcare
- HLTOUT007 – Transport Non-emergency Patients Under Operational Conditions
- HLTWHS002 – Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care
- HLTOUT008 – Manage a Scene
- HLTOUT004 – Assess and Deliver Basic Clinical Care
- HLTOUT001 – Implement Safe Access and Egress
- CHCCCS020 – Respond Effectively to Behaviours of Concern
- HLTOUT005 – Assess and Deliver Standard Clinical Care
- HLTOUT009 – Manage the Scene of a Major Incident
- CHCPRP003 – Reflect On and Improve Own Professional Practice
- BSBFLM303 – Contribute to Effective Workplace Relationships
- CHCLEG001 – Work Legally and Ethically
- CHCDIV001 – Work with Diverse People
- HLTWHS006 – Manage Personal Stressors in the Work Environment
- HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- Flexible online learning to suit your lifestyle – You’re busy, and your daily schedule can be unpredictable, so APC’s multi-format online learning can be done in your own time. In saying that, many students find it helpful to have milestones to aim for, so we’ll also provide a training plan with suggested assessment due dates as a guide to ensure you complete your course within the timeframe.
- Dedicated support when you need it – We know everyone needs support sometimes, whether it’s motivational or academic. Rest assured that you’ll have all the support you need to succeed. APC has a team of experienced Trainers and an extensive Student Support team available by phone, video chat and email. You’ll also join a vibrant student community on our private student forum, where you will build a network of like-minded people with the same goals as you.
- In-person clinical workshops to hone your skills – Practice, practice, practice! As you know, emergency healthcare is a hands-on job – which is what makes it great! APC holds in-person workshops regularly across Australia. However, due to the self-paced nature of study, some students may need to travel interstate to attend workshops based on their own rate of progression.
- Real-world Clinical Placements – In the second half of your course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to experience the real job! APC has unique industry partnerships, as well as a placement department committed to help you find the right host organisation if you need help.
We’re excited to support you in your decision to start studying Pre-hospital Emergency Health Care and are here to help you with the enrolment process from beginning to end!
What are the next steps?
If you’d like to start the enrolment process or simply have more questions you’d like to go over, please fill out the form below and a Course Advisor will be in touch soon!
From there if you are interested in proceeding to enrolment, you can expect to;
- Have your suitability and eligibility confirmed for your preferred course
- Complete an application form
- Discuss your payment options and make a deposit to secure your enrolment
- Undertake any relevant pre-intake checks including a short quiz to check your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills
- Lastly, complete a medical declaration to ensure you’re ready to study!
Note:
- If you have studied in Australia before, please provide your USI (Unique Student Identifier) on enrolment.
- If you have never studied in Australia before you will be required to obtain a USI (Unique Student Identifier) once you have arrived in Australia.
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You can read our full Refund Policy here.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’d like to speak with a Course Advisor about enrolment or discuss any questions you have, please fill out the below form and we will be in touch soon!