Join us as we shed light on the critical issue of ‘placement poverty’ faced by paramedic students. These mandatory clinical placements, lasting up to 18 weeks, often take place far from home. As students grapple with accommodation costs, job commitments, and family responsibilities, financial strain becomes overwhelming. We’ll hear personal experiences, discuss disparities in support, and explore solutions. Expert guests include Professor Scott Devenish, Australian Catholic University and Chair of the Australasian College of Paramedicine Deans, emergency paramedic and PhD candidate Matt Wilkinson-Stokes, and Cameron Powers from the National Rural Health Student Network. Tune in for this powerful and enlightening episode.
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