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Master of Paramedic Science (Primary Healthcare Practice)

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Duration1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start termTerm 1, 2025
Study modeOnline
Course codeCH87
First-year fee
$8,946 (Indicative) (CSP)
$28,467 (Indicative) (FFP)
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Overview

Designed to meet industry needs, the Master of Paramedic Science (Primary Healthcare Practice) will equip you to take on the leadership role of a paramedic specialising in primary healthcare practice who can provide essential services in the non-emergency, out-of-hospital, low acuity or primary healthcare settings.

This course provides you with the skills, knowledge, clinical reasoning and leadership strategies to meet the role of a paramedic specialising in primary healthcare practice. Paramedics with a focus on primary healthcare are advanced healthcare professionals who can provide essential services in the non-emergency, out-of-hospital, low acuity or primary healthcare settings.

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to deliver a primary care level of paramedic practice as well as the ability to identify alternative pathways within the healthcare system to effectively and independently manage a broad range of common chronic and low acuity disease states. This care is a patient-centred approach that ensures you are a competent and yet diverse clinical practitioner who can meet low acuity healthcare needs of the community. Additionally, this role often involves leadership within both the paramedic profession and healthcare system that can support a range of activity from education to managerial needs.

Career Opportunities

The Master of Paramedic Science (Primary Healthcare Practice) supports graduates to operate in the expanding professional areas of paramedic practice. It provides you with the knowledge and skills to move towards the evolving roles of paramedics, extended or community care paramedic positions.

Structure & Availability

COURSE STRUCTURE
You are required to complete 9 units.

UNIT INFORMATION
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.

CREDIT TRANSFER INFORMATION
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Online Availability

IntakeLocations
Term 1, 2023Available Online
Term 1, 2024Available Online
Term 1, 2025Available Online

Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.

Some units in this course will require compulsory attendance at residential schools.
Primary Healthcare Placement - PMSC28001

Students will undertake Work Integrated Learning placements with primary healthcare providers within this unit to gain experience and develop primary healthcare knowledge and skills.

Requirements

To be eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

During your study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

$8,946
Indicative first-year CSP place
$28,467
Indicative first-year FFP place

The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) depending on the type of place you are offered, for example, a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) or Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place. Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. 

Understanding your fees.

Commonwealth Supported Places

With Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) available for this course in 2024, you may be eligible for significant fee savings, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.

If you are not eligible for a CSP or if CSPs are full, you will be required to pay full fees.

HECS-HELP Loan

You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. 

Learn more about paying for university.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.

How to apply

How to apply

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