Australian Paramedical College
Certificate IV in Health Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The HLT41120 – Certificate IV in Health Care is an entry-level qualification that is the first step to becoming a first responder or paramedic.
If you’re drawn to a rewarding career as a frontline first responder and want to gain a solid foundation of medical knowledge and practical skills while building your confidence, the HLT41120 – Certificate IV in Health Care is the course for you.
You’ll get a fundamental understanding of medical terminology and practical experience of assessing and managing a scene, communicating with patients and delivering basic clinical care.
This Certificate IV is the perfect starting point for those that want to be frontline emergency workers. Graduates of the course are qualified to go straight into working as an Ambulance Transport Attendant or private medic, or can continue their studies with a Diploma of Emergency Health Care, or university degree to become a paramedic.
Clinical workshops
During the HLT41120 – Certificate IV in Health Care training, you’ll complete a 7-day clinical workshop.
Workshops can be taken at the Australian Paramedical College HQ on the Queensland Gold Coast, or at dedicated training locations in NSW, WA, or VIC.
Delivery mode
Australian Paramedical College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Age: Be at least 16 years of age (parental consent required if under 18)
- Education: At least year-10 high-school or equivalent
- Residency: Be an AUS/NZ citizen, AUS PR, or hold an approved temporary visa
- Driver’s license: Hold a current driver’s license (at least Ls in QLD, otherwise at least Ps)
- Technology: Have regular access to a computer and internet, and be comfortable with online study and assessments
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Health Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Aviation Medic
An Aviation Medic travels by air to provide emergency medical treatment. You might respond to medical issues in remote areas, emergency situations ...
Patient Transport Officer
A Patient Transport Officer transfers patients to medical care in non-urgent situations. You might take people from their home to hospital or move ...
Industrial Medic
An Industrial Medic provides emergency health care at work sites in remote locations. You might be stationed at a mine site, oil rig or other isola...
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides health care in emergency situations. You might work for an ambulance service and respond to 000 call...
Australian Defence Force Medic
An Australian Defence Force Medic provides medical care to defence force personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations. You might respond to ...
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 ...
Volunteer Ambulance Driver
A Volunteer Ambulance Driver helps with the transfer of patients to hospital in non-emergency situations. You’ll drive the ambulance vehicle while ...
About Australian Paramedical College
Australian Paramedical College (APC) employs clinical educators and instructors whom provide the clinical teaching and support for students throughout their course.
Our staff possess years of experience in the paramedical and broader emergency medical services field; and hold both the paramedical and education qualifications, necessary to facilitate the training. A cohort of our trainers and assessors are registered Paramedics with AHPRA and the Paramedicine Board of Australia.
