Learn how to confidently and competently intervene as an emergency care first responder and sustain life until handover to advanced medical care can occur.
- Operate safely, lawfully and ethically as an emergency care first responder
- Assess and manage medical and trauma conditions as an emergency care first responder
- Make decisions as an emergency care first responder, within designated areas of responsibility, accountability, and competence
- Communicate and collaborate effectively to achieve the best outcome as an emergency care first responder.
Work in emergency care first responder roles in a variety of settings such as ambulance, outdoor recreation, marine, industrial and volunteer rescue.
Programme outline:
This programme consists of three courses which have specific emphasis on developing emergency care first responder skills, attitudes and knowledge:
- EC3001: Emergency Care (20 credits) - ENROLLING NOW
- EC3002: Professional practice for first responders (10 credits) - offered 7 January 2019
- EC3003: Manage complex emergency situations (10 credits) - offered 7 January 2019
This programme is delivered online with block courses.
Further study opportunities:
Graduates may progress to New Zealand Diploma in Ambulance Practice (Level 5) or Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) (Level 7).
Entry Criteria:
All students must hold a current First Aid Certificate before the first assessment is undertaken.
NCEA level 1 or equivalent qualification/work experience.
International students:
IELTS 5.5 (no band lower than 5.0), or equivalent.
