Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours

Course Overview La Trobe's Bachelor of Paramedic Practice with Honours gives you the knowledge and skills to launch a career in this important field of health. You'll develop a strong foundation in biosciences and paramedic practice for trauma, respiratory, cardiac, paediatric and obstetric management.Kickstart your career with first-hand paramedic experience. Build the experience and resilience to tackle this exciting career with work-based learning opportunities in hospitals, community settings and with Ambulance Victoria. Key Program Highlights You can also practice in the Paramedicine Practical Laboratory equipped with industry-standard medical equipment and an outdoor emergency simulation space.As a graduate, you will be ready to apply your practical skills when you're needed most. The course also offers a research honours pathway, which can facilitate direct entry into postgraduate studies. You'll learn:Human biosciencesLearn the fundamentals of anatomy while exploring the nervous, endocrine, and other major organ systems of the body.Communication skills in healthcareGain an understanding of counselling and communication skills and how they are applied in a range of healthcare settings.Trauma, cardiac and paediatric managementDiscover the pathophysiology of specific trauma conditions and the assessment and management procedures you will need to treat patients presenting with these conditions.PharmacologyExplore the key role drugs play in the treatment and prevention of diseases, including drug classification, administration, and basic pharmacokinetics.The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 – Bachelor Degree Honours.