Program Overview

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Master of Paramedicine

Program Summary

The Master of Paramedicine is an exciting, new postgraduate qualification delivered through The University of Notre Dame's School of Medicine. This program will prepare you for a career in emergency services and healthcare. The blended delivery mode allows flexibility with online study and practical skills blocks on campus.

Why Study This Degree?

It’s an exciting time for paramedicine, as a fast-evolving health profession with demand from primary care, rural health and industrial health services. Our Master of Paramedicine program will develop paramedics for the future, with a detailed overview of Australian ambulance services’ required knowledge, skills, and professional attributes.

Program Requirements

Students must complete seventeen (17) compulsory courses for a total of 425 credits. These are listed below:

• MEDI5021 Professional Practice 1
• MEDI5023 Clinical Science 1
• MEDI5027 Health Science 1
• MEDI5029 Work Integrated Learning 1
• MEDI5008 Research Methods in Health
• MEDI5024 Clinical Science 2
• MEDI5028 Health Science 2
• MEDI5030 Work Integrated Learning 2
• PHIL6020 Ethical Issues in Professional Life
• MEDI5022 Professional Practice 2
• MEDI5025 Clinical Science 3
• MEDI50XX Health Science 3
• MEDI5031 Work Integrated Learning 3
• MEDI6XXX Professional Practice 3: Complex Paramedicine
• MEDI6XXX Clinical Science 4
• MEDI6XXX Health Science 4
• MEDI5032 Work Integrated Learning 4

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Master of Paramedicine graduates will be able to:

1. Implement safe clinical and cultural paramedic practice as determined by the paramedicine board’s standard of safe practice integrating advanced theoretical knowledge, practical proficiency, and cognitive skills.
2. Implement safe paramedic procedures and practice as determined by industry protocols and procedures.
3. Apply professional and ethical virtues of practice in understanding the social and cultural determinants of health through clinical and professional application.
4. Exhibit reflective and professional practice with a focus on futureproofing, sustainability, and advancement of the profession.
5. Critically analyse and interpret the broad scope of paramedic practice with an emphasis on whole-systems thinking and the synthesis of complex theories of practice.
6. Incorporate teamwork, communication, and inter-professional collaborative skills into practice, through clinical competency and meta-cognition.
7. Apply advancements in practice and foster growth within the profession of paramedicine with the application of evidence-based practice principles, and research methodologies.

Mode of Study and Assessment

Students engage in a combination of courses providing online lectures and small group online tutorials, supported by on campus clinical skills intensive sessions to learn the core evidence-based components of paramedicine. There are a range of assessment practices, such as individual and group tasks, online etests, evidence-based practice reviews, reflections, and workplace-based assessments of practice.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to The University of Notre Dame Australia, all applicants must meet the University’s minimum requirements for admission. The requirements for admission are detailed in the University’s Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Paramedicine applicants must also meet the following specific requirements:

• A Bachelor of Biomedical Science OR
• A Bachelor degree with Human Anatomy and Physiology, and Human Pathophysiology (equivalent to at least 25 units of credit in each subject area) OR
• A Graduate Degree with Human Anatomy and Physiology, and Human Pathophysiology (equivalent to at least 25 units of credit in each subject area)

Inherent Requirements

Students who are intending to enrol into the program at The University of Notre Dame Australia should carefully read the Inherent Requirement statements. These statements outline the commitment and challenges involved in meeting the program's requirements.

Practical Component

In this entry to practice Master of Paramedicine, you are required to complete a minimum of 400 hours of work integrated learning.

Clinical Placements

To attend clinical placements, you need to complete all of the required health and legal checks, including immunisations. The costs of these are the responsibility of the student and may vary. Please note that travel will be involved; students are responsible for travel, accommodation and living expenses.

Health and Legal Requirements

Before undertaking placements, students must provide the following certificates which must remain current for the duration of the program:

• National Police Records Check
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Department of Health Criminal Clearance
• Provide First Aid qualification (HLTAID011 or equivalent)
• Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002) OR a current manual handling in healthcare certificate (must be completed in the year the program is commenced and maintained current throughout the program of study).
• Principles of Infection Prevention and Control module and 5 moments of hand hygiene certificate
• Undertake mask fit testing as per health guidelines
• Comply with all of the required immunisations.

Professional Accreditation

Please note that this program will be going through accreditation with the Paramedicine Board of Australia in 2025.

To practice as a paramedic in Australia, graduates must register with the Paramedicine Board of Australia.

Career Opportunities

It’s an exciting time for paramedicine, as a fast-evolving health profession. The University of Notre Dame Master of Paramedicine program is an entry to practice program aiming to develop paramedics for the future.

Future career opportunities may include:

• Working in out of hospital emergency health care
• Emergency ambulance services in Australia
• International organisations
• Patient transport
• Mine sites

Real-World Experience

You will learn from academics who are industry leaders and, through our practicum work integrated learning placements, where you will gain real professional experience and make valuable contacts with potential employers.

Scholarships

Scholarships provide financial support to students while they are completing their studies. There are various scholarships available to prospective and current students, across all study levels and campuses.

Fees and Costs

This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:

• Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a place at a university where the Australian Government pays part of your fees. This part is a subsidy, not a loan, and you don’t have to pay it back. However, this subsidy does not cover the entire cost of your study. Students must pay the rest, which is called the ‘student contribution amount’.

In a Commonwealth Supported Place, your fees are subsidised by the Australian Government. Your fees will be split into two portions:

• The Commonwealth contribution, which is the portion paid by the Australian Government.
• The student contribution, which is the portion you pay. You may choose to pay upfront or defer your student contribution with a HECS-HELP Loan. The HECS-HELP loan scheme assists eligible students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your HECS-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.

Eligible students will be offered a CSP – you do not need to apply.

Additional Costs

Students enrolled in postgraduate paramedicine programs must purchase specified uniforms to be worn on placements and whilst participating in practical classes. This consists of a The University of Notre Dame polo, cargo pants, boots, jacket, and high visibility vest. Branded items are available from the Uni Store. Other equipment may also be required. All prices are subject to change from year to year and may vary depending on the location of purchase.

For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees, costs and scholarships page.