Paramedicine
Study Paramedicine
Our range of Paramedicine and Emergency Care programmes are aimed at anyone wanting a career in ambulance services. The Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) is delivered in partnership with Wellington Free Ambulance. The Certificate in Emergency Care is delivered in partnership with ProMed.
Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) [For Working or Volunteering Paramedics]
If you are currently working or volunteering for an ambulance service and hold an Authority to Practice at a minimum of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) level, this programme provides a pathway to develop the knowledge, skills and clinical capability required for paramedic practice and professional registration.
- Level 7
- Up to six years based on RPL
Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic)
Gain the skills needed to provide emergency and non-urgent medical care across a wide range of settings. You will develop the ability to assess, stabilise, treat, and refer patients, preparing you for professional paramedic practice. Graduates of the Whitireia Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) Degree can apply for paramedic registration with Te Kaunihera Manapou on completion of the Degree. Completing this degree and gaining paramedic registration can offer the opportunity to have a rewarding, challenging and community-based career.
- Level 7
- 3 years, full-time
New Zealand Diploma in Ambulance Practice (Level 5)
Gain a qualification that covers the knowledge and skills required for practice as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). If you have completed the NZ Certificate in Emergency Care programme, and hold a position as a first responder, this qualification will provide you with the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to practice in out of hospital emergencies and other community settings.
- Level 5
- 18 months, part-time
Postgraduate Certificate in Specialty Care
Further your knowledge in a specialised field of practice. For Registered Nurses, Registered Paramedics and health professionals wanting to develop in their role, in the area of health they work in. Credits may be gained towards Master's study.
- Level 8
- 1 year full-time, part time available
Postgraduate Diploma in Specialty Care
Advance your knowledge in a specialised field of practice. For Registered Nurses, Registered Paramedics, and health professionals looking to develop in their chosen role. Credits may be gained towards Master's study.
- Level 8
- 1 - 4 years
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