Paramedics
OVERVIEW
- Trainee/ student paramedics
In NSW, applicants with no prior medical experience are offered education and training at a on-site Ambulance Education Centre following by practical on-road training. Successful graduates are awarded a nationally recognised Diploma qualification.
In QLD, the initial training is undertaken in the form of a six week in-service block at the Queensland Combined Emergency Services Academy. Following successful completion of the six week block, Student Paramedics begin working on-road under the supervision of a Paramedic Mentor.
- Qualified paramedics
PARAMEDIC CAREER
The role of a paramedic is a highly rewarding and respected profession. It is also a progressive career that offers great benefits and advancement opportunities.
Starting base salary of trainee/ student paramedic is approximate $50,000 pa.
Qualified paramedics can earn up to $120,000 pa.
Around six to eight weeks annual leave.
Shift penalties rates and superannuation are paid in addition to base salary.
- Other benefits such as reimbursement of health club memberships and no cost if an ambulance service required for self and/ or dependent family.
CURRENT PARAMEDIC RECRUITMENT
Ambulance Service of NSW - Qualified Paramedics - currently recruiting click here OPEN!
Queensland Ambulance Service - currently recruiting click here OPEN!
St John Ambulance WA - currently recruiting click here OPEN!
ACT Ambulance Service - Student Entry Program - currently recruiting click here OPEN!
Ambulance Victoria - register interest click here
SA Ambulance Service - click here
St John Ambulance NT - click here
SELECTION PROCESS
The following flow chart shows a typical trainee/ student paramedic selection process in Australia.
The following flow chart shows a typical qualified paramedic selection process in Australia.
WHY PATS
PATS has been running aptitude test prep courses for over six years. All PATS instructors have extensive experience and proven records of performance in the delivery of training programs. After completing the course, most clients' test scores would increase easily by at least 40% and more likely 60%.
Two-day intensive course in Melbourne CBD
One client - one instructor program
Fully computer based training with leading edge graphics
Tailored course plan to suit each client's training needs
Comprehensive training materials & take home exercises
CV review & interview skill training
COURSE DETAILS
Course Rate - PATS conducts a two day face to face course at its Melbourne CBD facility to prepare people for the online ability tests. The cost of this program is $AU2995 (ex GST)
Course Date - For course dates please go to Timetable. The vast majority of our two day individual courses are scheduled for Saturday/Sunday.
- Payment Method - Payment can be made by Mastercard and Visa. PATS is authorized to accept credit card payment via the telephone.
We are more than happy to answer your questions through Contact Us, but we would request that you firstly read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).