APS1040

The professional ambulance paramedic (12 points)

(MED)

Leader: Mr M Chilton

Offered:
Peninsula Full year 2003 (Day)
Peninsula MA1 2003 (Day)
Peninsula MA2 2003 (Day)
Peninsula MA3 2003 (Day)
Peninsula MA4 2003 (Day)
Peninsula MA5 2003 (Day)
Peninsula MA6 2003 (Day)
Peninsula S2-S1 2003 (Day)
Peninsula Full year 2004 (Day)
Peninsula MA1 2004 (Day)
Peninsula MA2 2004 (Day)
Peninsula MA3 2004 (Day)
Peninsula MA4 2004 (Day)
Peninsula MA5 2004 (Day)
Peninsula MA6 2004 (Day)
Peninsula S2-S1 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: This subject emphasises the professional role of the ambulance paramedic. The student is provided with opportunity to practice communication techniques in relation to teamwork, effective leadership and conflict resolution and is also provided with instructional techniques to aid in the fulfillment of the ambulance role in community health education. The legal framework governing ambulance practice that was introduced in Year 1 is further developed, and the principles of evidence based practice and quality management are introduced and their application to ambulance explored. The subject also emphasises the attitude and knowledge required to perform safe advanced driving techniques.

Assessment: Examinations: 50% + Small group activities: 15% + Assignments: 15% + Training session: 10% + Reflective journal: 10% + Practical assessment Pass/Fail

Contact Hours: 312 hours including 160 hours direct contact

Prerequisites: employment by an Ambulance Service