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Paramedic Diploma

HLT51020 - Diploma of Emergency Healthcare

Launch Your Career In Emergency Healthcare

Providing access to career opportunities in the Australian private sector, or as a gateway to further study to see if a Bachelor of Paramedic Science at University is for you.
International Paramedic College Australia provides nationally recognised VET-certified training to prepare you for roles in emergency health services and pre-hospital care. You can pursue the HLT51020 Diploma of Emergency Health Care through our flexible online courses to develop much needed, critical industry skills. Our program includes dynamic clinical workshops and opportunities for hands-on work experience.

Let’s start your journey!

If you’ve got any questions about the course and you’d like to speak to one of our qualified Paramedics that run our course, fill in your details here and they’ll be in touch to organise a time to chat with you via video chat or by phone. Whatever suits you best.

We take great pride in preparing our students for the rewarding and challenging career of Australian emergency medicine and pre-hospital care.So if you’ve got any questions about the course or the career as a whole, feel free to reach out to us.

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Online Course Work

Study the coursework entirely online at your own pace. Our coursework is delivered through the VET Learning Management System, similar to those used by TAFE. This learning portal can be accessed at any time that suits your schedule. Assessments are carried out through written work, video submissions, or video chats with our lecturers.
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Half the Price of Other Colleges

Don’t overpay for your diploma. By keeping things simple, we can deliver the HLT51020 Diploma of Emergency Healthcare at less than half the price of our Australian competitors. We believe in transparency and honesty with our students. Providing affordable education in pre-hospital care is essential for a stronger Australia.
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Simple Payment Plan

We understand that large upfront payments can be difficult for most Australians. That’s why we offer two flexible payment plans, ranging from $ to $231 per fortnight over one year or an express plan for those that want to finish quicker, $1000 a month for 6 Months – starting with the initial upfront payment of $295.

HLT51020 – Diploma of Emergency Health Care

Now $6,000 – Limited to the first 40 students with a payment plan

Costs

Complete your Diploma of Emergency Care with our 1-year instalment payment of fortnightly payments of $231 for 26 fortnights.

Total $6006 plus $295 initial registration charge. Limited to the first 50 students.

For those that want to commit to finishing quickly.

Option 2: Express $295 upfront payment plan registration charge, followed by $1000 a month for 6 months by automatic card deduction. The total payable is $6000 by monthly instalments. For those that would like to finish quickly.

Save $6000 to $8000 over what other providers charge for this course. We have redesigned this program and written it with a fresh, current approach to Australian-Based emergency pre-hospital care.

Promotion Details

Limited to the first 50 student registrations only. If you can register above, it means places are still available. Must be over 18 years of age to use a payment plan.

Option 1: $295 upfront payment plan registration charge, followed by $231 fortnightly over the course of 1 year by automatic card deduction. The total payable is $6006 by fortnightly instalments.

Option 2: Express $295 upfront payment plan registration charge, followed by $1000 a month for 6 months by automatic card deduction. The total payable is $6000 by monthly instalments. For those that want to finish quickly.

Practical Skills Training

The HLT51020 Diploma of Emergency Health Care includes 160hrs of clinical placement which we can help for you organise where you live with a local medical service, or you may already have options to organise yourself at your workplace. International Paramedic College Australia.

5-day practical workshops Ballina 2024 and in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide in 2025. The Practical Course duration is shortened by attendance at practical webinars and zoom sessions designed to have you primed for your practical work. (we used to call them Paramedic Primers in Ambulance Service NSW)

Why a 5 Day Face-to-Face Practical

Skills Stations/Equipment

Patient Assessment

Trauma Cases

Medical Cases

Environmental Cases

We run our practical courses over a shorter time frame because we do a paramedical course primer before your attendance. We used to do this in Ambulance NSW to prepare trainees to “Hit the ground running” when they attend the practical courses. It was called a paramedic primer in those days. We also use a small group team format.

Learning to use various pieces of equipment is not difficult. Equipment continually changes, so learning when to use certain equipment is more important. (I have lost track of how many variations in leg splints and monitors etc I have seen over 40 years). The kit constantly changes, learning how to interpret it is what is essential. You can read more about our philosophy of paramedic training here.

We give you a lot of pre course work to complete on protocols procedures and pharmacology (different drugs that medics may administer) so you know them before you arrive at “face to face” training. We run a series of online webinars and live Q&A sessions with experienced clinical paramedics free of change before your attendance at practical training. Paramedical training is about learning a series of routines, like a template you can layer over any situation to provide you with a systematic approach to any patient management situation. Once you learn this approach, it is simple to apply it in any emergency call.

Our live interactive webinars cover the important aspects of developing the routines and equipment in your skills manual textbook

Pharmacology relevant to your scope of practice

Clinical placement follows your practical training and allows students to receive hands-on training, skill development, practice and interact with instructors and peers in person. Overall, this program offers a well-rounded approach to paramedical, pre-hospital training, combining both a strong theoretical and practical components.

We have some overseas arrangements that may be suitable for placements for you as well. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must also complete at least 160 hours of workplace attendance as detailed in the assessment requirements.

Learning Materials Text Books

Learning material are generally provided for many of these first responder, pre-hospital care, paramedical training units.

The following textbooks are required for higher learning units

“Clinical Skills for Paramedic Practice” & “Paramedic Principles and Practice

This qualification reflects the role of first medical response workers or volunteers who provide initial care to patients. These people provide basic first aid and emergency responses in the pre-hospital or out-of-hospital environment.

Core Units and Your Clinical Pathway

Your course units will be delivered in the following sequence. We have developed this pathway to provide you with the best clinical outcome for your studies with us.

BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately

CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people

CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern

HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care

CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment

HLTOUT010 Communicate in complex situations to support health

HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely

HLTOUT009 Manage the scene of a major incident

PUAEME008 Provide Pain Management (Green Whistle training)

CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis (Mental Health First Aid

HLTAAP002 Confirm physical health status

HLTOUT001 Implement safe access and egress ( practical/theory components)

HLTOUT008 Manage a scene (practical and theory components)

HLTOUT005 Assess and deliver standard clinical care large clinical unit (practical and theory components)

Should you wish to add any additional units from our standard clinical pathway, you’ll have the opportunity during your practical training. Additional units will incur modest fees but provide a specialised focus on transport and occupational first aid, renewing and refreshing your qualifications. After completing your practical workshop, attend your 160-hour clinical placement. You’re responsible for organising this placement, allowing flexibility to tailor the experience to your learning needs.

You have 18 months to complete the Diploma, which should be ample time. Should you require an extension, don’t hesitate to ask.

Paramedical EMT First Responder Courses and Learning Pathway

HLT21020 Certificate II in Medical Service First Response

HLT31220 Certificate III in Basic Health Care

HLT31120 Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport (NEPT)

HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care (First responder EMT Medic)

HLT51020 Diploma of Emergency Health Care (Paramedical Training)

Health & Administration Units

HLT37315 Certificate III in Health Administration

HLT47315 Certificate IV in Health Administration

HLT37215 Certificate III in Pathology Collection

Nursing & Community Services Units

CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

HLT51020 Diploma of Nursing

Hear from our students

International Paramedic College
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Based on 251 reviews
What I particularly enjoyed about Craigs teaching of this course, was how with his vast experience he was able to keep bringing us back to the most important aspects of first aid, and how this was extremely empowering for us all…. to have the knowledge and the motivation to be able to act where others would freeze up,
Thoroughly enjoyed the course, the teacher was very helpful and provided all the information and resources we needed to complete our course. Thank you, I will continue to join your course each year.
Great customer service Great trainer fun day
It was such a good course and our teacher was awesome and funny, he really did make you feel welcome.
I completed a course online and found the materials very relevant and the assessments were marked very quickly so I could move onto the next assessment item within the same day.
Your name: JULIACompany/Organsiation: Marine Rescue Port DouglasCourse Location: OnlineRating: 4.5Review: This was a great Course and I learnt heaps from it. I needed to upgrade my First Aid skills as we will doing medivacs on the rescue vessels.I looked at a number of courses but being in far north Queensland there are not many courses available in my area. I originally was going to do the Certificate 2 in Health Care, but after talking to the staff at the College I found that I could do the Certificate 3 completely online. The price was also attractive, as it was considerably less than other Colleges. Many of the practical sessions are completed by video, which was good. The units are well written, very informative and easy to understand. I really enjoyed this course and learnt a great deal.
I did my CPR and First Aid with Alan in Lismore, I enjoyed every second of the day. He created a fun environment that made learning the content easy and enjoyable.10-/10!
I completed a cert 3 in Basic healthcare online through these guys and I am very happy with how the units and course information was constructed. Even the feedback was constructive and easy to understand.
The course that Al facilitated was concise, entertaining and engaging with loads of personal stories included. Highly recommended! I will be back! Many thanks Al and IPC.
Such a fabulous teacher and made it fun and extra informative. Would highly recommend this First Aid and CPR course
I am currently studying with IPC and the support I receive from Craig and his team is second to noneThe online training is well presented and easy to navigate. The learning is relevant to my industry. It helps being able to call the trainers and receive feedback and advice. I look forward to completing my study with IPC and will certainly use them again.
Al was an amazing instructor with plenty of knowledge and experience. I always choose to train with IPC over other organisations because they have a great training structure and skillful trainer/assessors. It was a great day of learning and abit of fun.
One of the best First Aid courses I have attended. Fast paced, highly informative and delivered with real passion.The Trainers knowledge and experience was very impressive and entertaining.
We had a community defib vandalised, rang the College and they had a replacement defib to us within a week. Absolutely fabulous.
This training was engaging and had a really great break up of activities and theory. Also Al is an absolute legend! Highly recommend this training for everyone - such important skills for all of us to know.
This training was engaging and had a really great break up of activities and theory. Also Al is an absolute legend! Highly recommend this training for everyone - such important skills for all of us to know.
Conducted CPR/First Aid course today @ Ballina, to which I highly recommend! 🙂
enjoyable day, great teaher.
Fantastic, informative course, highly recommend!
I completed my first aid recertification yesterday including CPR at Mullumbimby. Our trainer Alan was really engaging, knowledgeable, and made it all feel very doable. Thank you Al!
This was my first time doing a First Aid and CPR course and our instructor Al was amazing. Very engaging and informative. He kept the course entertaining the whole way through and was very knowledgable as well, would thoroughly recommend to anyone.
Completed my first aid today , I highly recommend International Paramedic College, Al is a great trainer , very professional.
Damian made the day informative, instructional and he created the right balance of feedback, participation and learning. It was good to arrive unsure and leave feeling less nervous and so much better equipped and informed. I recommend this training.
After recently completing my 2nd 1st Aid Certificate and CPR with International Paramedics College. I decide to use them as I found the college very professional, friendly and trainers very experienced and knowledgeable in there real life experiences in this field. I highly recommend anybody to choose them as your next course provider in CPR or 1st Aid certificate.
Al was amazing very engaging and had a lot of real life experiences to the course
Best CPR and first aid course I’ve done and I’ve had to do them for my job for the last 28 years.Great instructor, with an amazing wealth of knowledge.
Absolutely wonderful. Alan was an excellent teacher. The course was presented so well, it flowed beautifully. Would recommend it to anyone. So glad I have done it. Thankyou!
I attended the Ballina location. Al was fantastic! A very experienced paramedic who shared clear, practical advice. I learnt a lot in one day. I feel confident having done this course. Highly recommended.
The most engaging first aid course I’ve ever completed, Al is an absolute legend and wealth of information, I highly recommend Al as a facilitator of this course for those looking to complete first aid and CPR in the Northern Rivers.
Completed my 1st Aid today in Ballina with Al as our instructor. It was informative, enjoyable and Al made it interesting. I definitely learnt new things and found the course updated & current. Al's experience gave me confidence in his knowledge and expertise. Would highly recommend International Paramedic College for my work colleagues, friends and family.
David was great and made the class super interesting and informative. Good vibes, everyone was incorporated and I love that he told stories and got everyone involved when asking questions.
Fabulous learning experience. 100% recommend.
The course was great, Alan was very informative and kept the whole class interested, the props were clean and easy to use
I needed my First Aid Training for work.The Course was great.The Instructor was fantastic, he made the course interesting and fun.I learnt so much on the day.My certificate arrived in my email 2 days after attending the Course.I will be going back next year when I need to redo my CPR.
I felt at ease throughout the day, and enjoyed the presentations and felt confident with the knowledge and experience gained.
i have done a few first aid courses now,. and i have to say that this was the best one i did yet. Craig was awesome he explained things that no other first aid teacher has. he was so humble and couldn't fault the course at all. i would definately recommend anyone to do their first aid with Craig. great course great man thanks Craig for a great day of learning
Thank you to Alan for the quality of the training provided today in Ballina 🙂 very laid back and relaxed whilst providing all the information required to ensure we are all confident that we would be acting legally and ethically if we need to provide any first aid to persons now or into the future.
I completed my first aid qualification with Alan today at the Ballina training and I must admit I haven’t learnt so much in such a short time as I did today......excellent trainer who speaks in easy to understand terminology and ensures everyone is entertained along the way 🙂
Thank you Alanfor our life saving lesson. Its given me the confidence to deal with emergency situations. I am so glad I did it. It was very informative, it is a great feeling that one can save a life. Again, many thanks.L Zvirzdinas Suffolk Park
I found the instructor thorough in his teaching, his manner to be confident and calm with the right amount of humour. His experience was evident. Much appreciated.
I really enjoy my day at first aid last Saturday and have already put in practice the following Monday at my workplace. I thought our trainer was not only knowledgeable but the course was hands-on. Great tips too! Thanks
Thoroughly recommend this mob. The facilitator, Alan, not only was professional and highly informative but he made the day fun. Showed us funny videos and cracked jokes which made the mandatory work training refresher a pleasure to attend. If you are looking for real life skills with people who make you feel super comfortable then this is your crew. I look forward to next time. Thanks guys. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I have done so many cpr and first aid courses over the years but this was, by far, my favourite. I attended a Ballina class and the teacher was really great - very engaging and funny and just made re-learning the content easy. Thanks for making this day go so quick and effortlessly.
This was a great course! It was comprehensive and time efficient and I left the course feeling safer, knowing that I am now more capable to handle an unexpected situation. Jay was our teacher and she was fantastic! She was very knowledgable, taught well and allowed us to have breaks throughout the day. Highly recommend.
The training was great and the trainer made it easy to remember
I thoroughly enjoyed the course and Lisa the course teacher made the course fun and easy to understand. Will definitely recommend this to others
Excellent course for CPR and First Aid Response in an Education & Care Setting. I was very impressed with the high quality of instruction, thorough and extensive course content delivered by instructors in a very professional, caring, sharing, eloquent and patient manner. I was looking for an excellent First Aid refresher course and the International Paramedic College in Lismore was a great choice for my First Aid training.
Absolutely amazing course, couldn’t recommend it more...the Instructors made me feel a lot more confident about the possibility of having to carry out my training in an actual situation+ even in COVID times we were able to use the manikins that show blood flow to the head with led lights which makes the entire experience a lot more rewarding as we could get a realistic feel for What it takes to successfully carry out cpr !! :))
Thourough and excellently presented training. I found it simple and easy to understand.
Absolutely thorough and extremely helpful with a great teacher in Lisa, would recommend this to anyone I know, day went fast and it was a lot of fun. Well done 👍.
Recommend wholeheartedly. Great trainer with medical emergency background who provided helpful context to first aid protocols. She explained not just what to do but the why behind it.
Such a great course. Easy,fun and informative learning. Having the option to read up and answer some of the questions online due to covid19 restrictions gave me confidence before I went into the classroom setting. Lisa is a fantastic teacher which helped put me at ease and ready to learn. If one of my loved ones,friends, or a stranger needed first aid, I am so happy to know I can be of use and assistance. Thank you Lisa and the International Paramedic College
What an incredible day. I have done this year upon year but I really felt like today I had a deeper understanding of the best way to administer first aid and CPR. The trainer was able to easily apply my knowledge and skills in a childcare setting too. I loved our teacher Fabricia, she was great.
Thank you “Fabi”for a fantastic day of training - your knowledge and delivery of content is fantastic. Very clear message when trying to understand the foundations of CPR and First Aid. Thankyou
Clear , concise easy to understand.
Fabricia was very patient with all the questions and explained things in a simple way.

Thankyou
I found the First Aid training very interesting, engaging and informative. Fabricia gave a lot of encouragement and made us aware how important it is to step out of your comfort zone and just do what you know in the emergency situation, that can save someone's life. I feel like I know a lot more about what to do and how to deal with a life threatening emergency. Thank you Fabricia, enjoyed the day learning the course, very well delivered.
This was the best First Aid training I’ve ever done - engaging, informative, lots of different learning styles were catered for and our facilitator Lisa was very passionate, energetic and experienced. I can’t recommend it highly enough.
Highly recommended! Everyone should do this course! Craig really makes learning fun and easy! I feel much more confident I could deal with an emergency!
what an amazing trainer you are Craig. my son and I learnt so much from you and your training style was so easy to understand.Thank you for your time today.
I cannot reccomend to do this course enough. Craig was amazing at what he did and made sure all area's of worry were met. He opened my eyes up to alot of things and simplified it all. I would 100% reccomend to do this course as in a short period of 3hours it was amazing how much I learnt.
Thankyou very much!!
I’ve done the First Aid training course 3 times. Today, I’ve had the best one. Thanks Serge, don’t retire! Will want to do it with you next time! 🙌🏽🙏🏼
Amazing ways of teaching! Will come back for all my training!😁
Very good First Aid presentation that is lively, entertaining and gets the points across in a way that is easy to understand and take away with you, instilling confidence. Caring support staff and friendly operation in general.
Best First Aid and CPR Course ever, thanks Serge, very informative and entertaining.I highly recommend this training.Thankyou Serge, as a nurse of 35 years, I learnt heaps.
The trainer was very knowledgeable in his content and willing to explain to each member of the class. I highly recommend this training facility
Great day today with Serge, this was my third first aid training course (with different providers) and by far and away the best. It was engaging, interesting, well paced and wonderfully delivered by Serge who's wealth of knowledge and experience is always evident. With a little humour in the mix it's an easy 10 from me. Thank you for an excellent day!
High praise for Serge, he kept us entertained with stories from his two decades of experience as a regional paramedic while teaching us good effective ways to keep someone going until the professionals get there. I feel confident that I not only know what to do in an emergency to keep myself safe and the patient calm, but how to also help the paramedics take over when they arrive.
The best first aid training I have ever attended, and I have attended many.
Definitely the provider to choose if looking to do a first aid course.
If i was a Tasmanian it would be three thumbs!!!! it was up totally engaging and interesting the best 1st aid course i have ever done , Well worth the every cent < and a top bloke too .
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