Qualification details

Modification History

HLT07 Version 4	HLT07 Version 5	Comments
HLT50407 Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance)	HLT50412 Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance)	Updated in V5 - Changes in entry requirements and updated core unit HLTWHS456A Identify, assess and control WHS risk in own work

Description

This qualification covers workers employed by State Ambulance authorities and non-emergency transport companies to provide emergency and non-emergency client care and transport services.

Occupational titles for this role may include:

Ambulance officer	Ambulance paramedic
Ambulance transport attendant

Pathways Information

Not Applicable

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into this HLT50407 Diploma of Paramedical Science (Ambulance) a candidate must demonstrate competence through a recognised training program or recognition process, in the following units of competency:

BSBFLM303C Contribute to effective workplace relationships

HLTAMBAE403D Follow procedures for routine safe removal of client

HLTAMBCR401C Deliver basic clinical care (Note pre-requ: HLTAP401B)

HLTAMBFC301D Communicate with clients and colleagues to support health care

HLTAMBSC401B Manage routine scene and promote public safety

HLTAMBT301B Transport non-emergency clients under operational conditions

HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status

HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures

HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes

Employability Skills Summary

Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries

Packaging Rules

PACKAGING RULES  14 units of competency are required for this qualification, including: 7 core units 7 elective units A wide range of elective units is available, including: Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice Other relevant electives listed below Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Health and/or Community Services Training Packages Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 2 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing

Core units 

HLTAMBAE501D Implement safe access and egress in an emergency

HLTAMBAS501B Conduct clinical assessment

(Note pre-requs: HLTAP401B, HLTAMBCR401C)

HLTAMBCR502C Deliver standard clinical care

(Note pre-requs: HLTAP401B, HLTAMBCR401C)

HLTAMBFC402C Communicate in complex or difficult situations

(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBFC301D)

HLTAMBPD401C Manage personal stressors in the work environment

HLTHIR402D Contribute to organisational effectiveness in the health industry

HLTWHS456A Identify, assess and control WHS risk in own work

The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice 

All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Health Training Package.

Group A electives  - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice 

Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:

HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

Other relevant electives 

Elective units of competency may be selected in line with the Packaging Rules outlined above. The following groups of electives may address the needs of specific work environments.

Emergency work 

HLTAMBAE504D Follow procedures for safe extrication of clients in life threatening situations (Note pre-requs: HLTAMBAS501B, HLTAMBCR502C)

HLTAMBSC503B Contribute to managing the scene of an emergency

HLTAMBT402C Transport emergency clients (Note pre-requ: HLTAMBT301B)

Rescue work 

PUASAR001B Participate in a rescue operation (Note pre-requ: PUAEME001B)

PUASAR002B Undertake road accident rescue (Note pre-requ: PUEME002C)

PUASAR003B Undertake technical rescue (Note pre-requ: PUASAR002B)

PUASAR004B Undertake vertical rescue (Note pre-requ: PUASAR001B)

PUASAR005B Undertake confined space rescue (Note pre-requ: PUASAR001B)

PUASAR006B Undertake trench rescue (Note pre-requ: PUASAR001B)

PUASAR007B Undertake structural collapse rescue (Note pre-requ: PUASAR001B)

PUASAR008B Search as a member of a land search team (Note pre-requ: PUAFIR201B)

PUASAR009B Participate in an aquatic rescue operation (Note pre-requ: PUAEME001B)

Management and administration 

BSBINM301A Organise workplace information

BSBITU306A Design and produce business documents

BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework

HLTAMBC403C Coordinate resources (Note pre-requ: HLTAMBC401D)

HLTAMBSC502C Manage the scene of a special event

(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBAS501B, HLTAMBCR502C)

HLTHIR501C Maintain an effective health work environment

HLTHIR506C Implement and monitor compliance with legal and ethical requirements

Training and mentoring 

BSBLED401A Develop teams and individuals

CHCCS427A Facilitate adult learning and development

HLTAMBCR504C Provide clinical mentoring in the work environment

(Note pre-requs: HLTAMBAS501B, HLTAMBCR502C)

TAEASS301B Contribute to assessment

TAEASS401B Plan assessment activities and processes

TAEASS402B Assess competence

TAEDEL301A Provide work skill instruction

TAEDEL401A Plan, organise and deliver group-based learning