Australian Paramedical College, Geelong
Are you based in Geelong and looking to start a career in paramedicine? Australian Paramedical College (APC) provides a flexible, accessible way to study paramedic courses through self-paced online learning and in-person clinical workshops conveniently held in Melbourne. Whether you’re just beginning your journey in healthcare or aiming to expand your skills, APC offers nationally recognised qualifications designed to fit your lifestyle and set you on the path to a rewarding career in emergency healthcare.
Why Choose to Study Paramedicine with APC?
- Flexible Online Learning: Study at your own pace while balancing work and personal commitments.
- Hands-On Training in Melbourne: Gain essential practical skills through in-person clinical workshops.
- Nationally Recognised Qualifications: APC’s courses are respected across Australia and can serve as a pathway to various healthcare roles, including university paramedicine programs.
- Supportive Learning Environment: Geelong students receive expert guidance, access to comprehensive learning materials, and assistance in securing clinical placements.
Learn online at your own pace
Enjoy the convenience of learning online, when and where it suits you.
Practical experience and skills
Get hands-on skills with nationwide clinical workshops and real-world work placements.
Job opportunities or go to uni to get a degree
Gain the qualifications to go straight into work, or progress to university to become a registered paramedic.
Our Pre-hospital Healthcare Courses in Geelong, VIC
At Australian Paramedical College, we offer three nationally recognised Healthcare Courses, all available online to provide you with the flexibility to study at your own pace. No matter where you are in Victoria, our courses combine online learning with in-person practical, hands-on clinical workshops and placements to give you the best of both worlds.
These courses cater to students at different stages of their paramedicine journey. You’ll have the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge to work in non-emergency healthcare or pursue further qualifications to become a Paramedic.
Each course includes online study materials, access to in-person clinical placement opportunities, practical training at our Melbourne, Noble Park North workshop and support from experienced trainers to ensure you are fully prepared for a career in pre-hospital emergency healthcare
Our campuses
We are committed to supporting dedicated individuals to pursue paramedicine careers nationwide, no matter where they’re based with our blended learning model strongly catering to students in all states and territories.
Career Pathways for Paramedic Students in Geelong
Studying with APC unlocks a wide range of rewarding career opportunities in pre-hospital and emergency healthcare. As a Geelong student, you can pursue roles such as:
Event Medic: Provide on-site medical care at festivals, sports events, and other large gatherings.
Industrial Medic: Deliver healthcare services in workplaces like construction sites, mines, or other industrial settings.
Ambulance Transport Attendant (ATA): Handles both emergency and non-emergency patient transport, playing a key role in supporting frontline paramedics.
Learn more about the different career pathways available.
For those aspiring to become Paramedics, APC’s courses act as a foundation to progress to university-level paramedicine programs. With the possibility of credit recognition, APC graduates can fast-track their studies and advance their careers with confidence.
Real career outcomes
We are proudly partnered with 20+ established organisations across Australia enabling us to offer more than 700 APC students valuable hands-on experience as they pursue their dream careers.
Industry Partner | Medical Edge Australia (MEA)
With over 20 years of combined experience, our collaboration with MEA allows students to apply theoretical knowledge under the supervision of their healthcare experts, fostering a commitment to service excellence and high standards.
As an APC student, you can connect with MEA for clinical placements across Australia, gaining valuable work experience in various event settings. Similar to many of our other incredible Industry Partners, there are often employment opportunities for our graduates following the completion of their work experience with MEA too!
APC Graduate | Clinical Workshop to employment
Tasha had worked in the family business for 11 years while raising two kids, and wanted to start something for herself. Patient Transport felt like a good fit, so she enrolled in APC’s HLT31120 Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport.
A few days after completing the Clinical Workshop Tasha landed a Patient Transport Officer (PTO) job with our industry partner Medical Edge Australia!
Tasha shares of her new career, “It’s going great, I’m loving it, so much so I’ve just started my diploma!”
Ready to Start Your Paramedic Career?
Take the first step towards your paramedic career today. Australian Paramedical College offers flexible study options, practical training, and support to help Geelong students achieve their goals. Enrol now to begin your journey.
