Institute of Science Management and Technology
Diploma of Emergency Health Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The HLT51020 Diploma of Emergency Health Care is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals who aspire to work as advanced emergency healthcare professionals. This course equips students with the skills and knowledge required to provide urgent, pre-hospital care in emergency and trauma situations.
Students will learn to assess and manage emergency health situations, deliver advanced life support, and use complex equipment in high-pressure environments. The course also covers the legal and ethical aspects of emergency healthcare practice, ensuring graduates are prepared to provide care in a range of settings, from ambulance services to remote locations.
Learning Outcomes
- Provide advanced life support and trauma care in emergency situations
- Perform advanced clinical assessments and manage patient conditions
- Use medical equipment and resources to stabilize and treat patients
- Work effectively in high-pressure, multidisciplinary emergency environments
- Understand and apply legal, ethical, and safety requirements in emergency healthcare
Career Outcomes
Graduates may pursue employment in roles such as:
- Paramedic
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Remote Area Health Professional
- Senior Ambulance Officer
This qualification also serves as a pathway to further study in paramedicine, healthcare management, or other advanced health-related disciplines.
Delivery mode
Institute of Science Management and Technology offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
160 hours- Level 2/ 269 Bigge Street, Liverpool NSW 2170
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement.
- Some prospective students may be asked to undertake an LLN assessment or enrolment interview prior to acceptance.
- Must have completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate IV or higher qualification with an Australian institution.
- Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent, such as:
- IBT 60
- PTE Academic 50
- CAE 169
- OET C
- Duolingo 95
- General English Advanced*
- MOI Certificate
- Certificate III or Higher Qualification with an Australian Institution. - Must have the ability to undertake a work placement in a clinical setting.
*General English Upper Intermediate is generally considered to be between 5-5.5 IELTS.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Tuition Fee: $22,000 to $24,000
This course is not available for direct enrolment.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Emergency Health Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Emergency Medical Dispatcher
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Emergency Medical Technician
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Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
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Acute Care Nurse
An Acute Care Nurse provides advanced nursing care to patients in a hospital or other specialist health care facility. You might work in an emergen...
Critical Care Nurse
A Critical Care Nurse provides specialist nursing care to patients in an emergency department or intensive care unit. You might also work in critic...
Paramedic
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Critical Care Paramedic
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Emergency Management Coordinator
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Emergency Response Specialist
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Patient Transport Officer
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Ambulance Transport Attendant
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About Institute of Science Management and Technology
Institute of Science Management & Technology (ISMT) is a progressive Registered Training Provider offering a wide range of courses designed to equip students with the qualifications, skills, and knowledge that align with their interests and aspirations.
