A Bachelor of Paramedicine (also called a Bachelor of Paramedic Science) is the university qualification required to become a registered paramedic in Australia. While APC does not deliver the degree, our nationally recognised training can provide an effective pathway into university, help you build foundational clinical skills, and give you a head start before you begin your bachelor.
If your long-term goal is to work on-road as a paramedic, this guide breaks down everything you need to know – entry requirements, how long it takes, career prospects, and how APC can help you start your journey faster.
The Bachelor of Paramedicine is a university-level qualification (AQF 7) that prepares students for careers as registered paramedics. It combines clinical science, emergency medical care, patient assessment, trauma management, and extensive clinical placements with state ambulance services.
Graduates can apply for registration with the Paramedic Registration Board of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
It is the only qualification that allows you to work as a registered paramedic in Australia.
This degree is ideal for people who:
If you’re not ready to commit to university yet, APC’s courses are a practical way to begin building skills and confidence while keeping your options open.
Most Australian universities offer the degree as a 3-year full-time program.
Some also offer part-time or online/blended study options, depending on the state.
Clinical placement hours range from 300 to 2,000+, depending on the university and state ambulance service requirements.
Entry requirements differ between universities, but commonly include:
Academic Requirements
Alternative Entry Pathways
If you don’t meet ATAR requirements, you may qualify through:
Hundreds of APC students use our Diploma as a stepping-stone into paramedicine degrees each year.
While each university varies, core units generally include:
Practical training is delivered through simulation labs and on-road clinical placements.
Paramedics respond to medical emergencies, assess and treat patients, and deliver life-saving interventions in pre-hospital environments.
Typical duties include:
While most graduates aim for state ambulance services, there are multiple other career paths, including:
The demand for skilled emergency health professionals continues to grow across Australia.
APC does not offer the bachelor degree – however, our emergency health courses give students:
A recognised pathway
APC’s HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care has helped students gain entry into universities across Australia.
You’ll learn:
Many APC graduates report feeling significantly more prepared than first-year students entering straight from high school.
While studying your Diploma, and upon graduation, you may be able to work in roles such as:
This gives you real experience before (or while) attending university.
APC has trained over 6,000+ students across Australia and New Zealand, with many progressing into Bachelor of Paramedicine programs.
If your goal is to become a registered paramedic, APC can help you take the first step with practical, nationally recognised emergency health training.
Explore our most popular uni pathway course:
HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care
Take your first step toward a career in paramedicine today.