Central Coast

Emergency Medical Dispatcher

An Emergency Medical Dispatcher answers emergency calls for assistance and sends ambulance crews to respond. You’ll find out information about the nature of the emergency and the condition of any casualties. Emergency Medical Dispatchers often provide advice or instructions to callers while they wait for paramedics to arrive. Part of your role is to prioritise the need for assistance from the calls you receive.

Emergency Medical Dispatchers should have strong communication skills and be able to make decisions quickly. You’ll need to remain calm in stressful situations and deal well with pressure. Emergency Medical Dispatchers will need a strong understanding of emergency medicine and should be able to deal with a wide range of emergency situations.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $67,600
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a emergency medical dispatcher?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT51020

Diploma of Emergency Health Care

Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT41120

Certificate IV in Health Care

Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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