Program Overview

Master of Critical Care Paramedicine

The Master of Critical Care Paramedicine from Charles Sturt University is a postgraduate qualification that prepares students for advanced roles in paramedicine. This course is designed to provide a high level of knowledge and skills, enabling graduates to integrate advanced medical care, respiratory care, cardiac care, and trauma techniques into their current practice.

Why Study with Us?

Charles Sturt University has a reputation for excellence in paramedicine education, with a proud history of producing high-quality graduates. The university's academics are international leaders in their field, bringing diverse overseas experiences to the curriculum. The course is delivered online, providing maximum flexibility for students to combine work and study.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Master of Critical Care Paramedicine can pursue employment opportunities across Australia and internationally. Career paths may include critical care paramedic, intensive care paramedic, or mobile intensive care ambulance paramedic. Specialist roles in leadership, research, or education are also possible, as well as positions beyond traditional paramedic practice.

What You Will Study

The course consists of 96 credit points, with a combination of core and elective subjects. Students will study foundations of critical care, pediatrics and maternal critical care, cardiac critical care, respiratory critical care, medical critical care, trauma critical care, and critical care skill integration. Elective subjects may include critical care retrieval and transport, risk management in emergency management, and teaching and learning in clinical education.

Costs

The course fees for the Master of Critical Care Paramedicine vary depending on the student's circumstances. For Australian citizens, the fee is $TBA per year. For international students, the fee is $38,480 per year. Payment options are available, including paying upfront or deferring fees through FEE-HELP.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Master of Critical Care Paramedicine, students must have a Bachelor's degree in Paramedicine or a related field. They must also meet the standard English language proficiency requirements. Inherent requirements, such as physical and mental health, must also be met.

Credit and Pathways

Students may be eligible for credit or advanced standing based on prior study or work experience. Admission pathways are available for students who do not meet the standard entry requirements.

How to Apply

Applications for the Master of Critical Care Paramedicine can be made through the University Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents are also available to assist international students with the application process.

Related Courses

Related courses offered by Charles Sturt University include the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Paramedicine and the Graduate Diploma of Critical Care Paramedicine. These courses provide a pathway to the Master's degree or can be taken as a standalone qualification.