HLT50412 - Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance)
Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance)
This qualification covers workers employed by State Ambulance authorities and non-emergency transport companies to provide emergency and non-emergency client care and transport services.
Occupational titles for this role may include:
Ambulance officer
Ambulance paramedic
Ambulance transport attendant
Subjects
PACKAGING RULES
14 units of competency are required for this qualification, including:
7 core units
7 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Other relevant electives listed below
Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages
Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 2 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing
Core units
HLTAMBAE501D Implement safe access and egress in an emergency
HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment
HLTHIR402D Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry
HLTWHS456A Identify, assess and control WHS risk in own work
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.
Group A electives - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
Elective units of competency may be selected in line with the Packaging Rules outlined above. The following groups of electives may address the needs of specific work environments.
TAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning
Pathways...
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
To gain entry into this HLT50407 Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance) a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:
BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships
HLTAMBAE403D Follow procedures for routine safe removal of client