Courses & Units
Principles of Paramedic Practice 2 CAA108
Hobart, Rozelle - Sydney
This unit is being phased out, no new enrolments are being taken.
Introduction
This unit continues to develop students' understanding of Paramedic Practice and their development in the competent use of ambulance equipment and its application in routine clinical presentations. Further development of core paramedic skills will ensure that the student is able to function as an effective ambulance crew member. This unit prepares students for clinical placement.
This unit is the second paramedic-specific unit and runs in partnership with CAA107 Principles of Paramedic Practice 1. It prepares the student for clinical practice and attendance in their first emergency clinical placement. The student will continue to develop foundational paramedic skills, including: patient assessment, management of common medical presentations and administration of basic medications. This unit also provides an introduction to ECGs, and management of patients presenting in cardiac arrest. The concept of vulnerable patients will be introduced including the elderly, indigenous and terminally ill populations. Students will undertake a one-day patient transport placement during this unit
Summary
| Unit name | Principles of Paramedic Practice 2 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CAA108 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Medicine |
| Discipline | Paramedicine |
| Coordinator | Ms Helen Eyles |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Rozelle - Sydney | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- perform systematic patient assessment by applying standard paramedic assessment tools, to care for routine patient presentations and vulnerable patients
- demonstrate foundation and advanced life support skills for the timely assessment and management of diverse patient presentations and vulnerable patients
- demonstrate and justify the use of clinical problem solving skills and appropriate decision making in the management of diverse patient presentations
- use behaviour and mannerisms that reflect paramedic professional conduct with respect to patient focussed care and inter service communication
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 069905 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,402.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
CAA107Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2hr lecture and 3hr practical weekly |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Essential Clinical Skills Practicals – Pass/Fail|Major written assignment (30%)|Final exam (60%)|Reflective paper (10%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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