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Research Experience in Paramedicine unit (CAA314)

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Introduction

This unit is intended to integrate your knowledge and practice, preparing you to work as a beginning out-of-hospital practitioner. This unit will develop the research, ethical practice and professional development skills required of a health care professional, focusing on the integration of research and evidence into all facets of practice.

Summary

Unit name Research Experience in Paramedicine
Unit code CAA314
Credit points 12.5
College/School Health
School of Paramedicine and Public Safety
Discipline Paramedicine
Coordinator Ms Rachael Berry
Available as an elective? No
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Advanced

Sustainable Development Goals

The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Online Trimester This unit is available through off-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
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  • This unit is available through on-campus delivery On-campus
  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
  • Available to International Students International students
  • Available to Domestic Students Domestic students
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Trimester 1/11/2026 23/11/2026 23/12/2026 13/2/2027

* 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 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Defend the role of a critical enquiry-based model of professional practice, including the application of reflective practice and critical analysis of evidence
  • Evaluate research outcomes and incorporate them into evidence-based practice, whilst contributing to the body of research evidence that informs paramedic practice
  • Communicate outcomes and contribute to a culture of professional and academic enquiry
  • Collaborate with members of a team to achieve common goals using a range of communication techniques and processes

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 $1,192.00 $1,192.00 not applicable $2,919.00
  • 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

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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.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

CZZ103

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

CAA309 (53A)

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

2hr online workshop x 3 times ,  Online Content 2hrs x 3 times,  Independent Learning 4hrs weekly, Group meetings 2hrs weekly

AssessmentPeer review of contribution for each task (10%)|Background and introduction (project rationale) (15%)|Research reflection (15%)|Conference Poster and Presentation (30%)|Project Template (30%)
TimetableView 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.

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