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Professional practice programs: Current intakes

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  • πŸš‘ Pre-employment Program | 4 weeks | Commencing 20 January 2026

    Price: free
    Transition from uni to work with confidence! The College’s Pre-employment Program offers newly graduated or nearly graduated students the opportunity to transition from university to the workforce with support and guidance from paramedicine professionals. As a precursor to the full Graduate Year of Practice Program, this low-commitment, highly interactive, and supportive program runs for four weeks. Areas of focus include interview techniques, preparing for your first shift, understanding human factors, and recognising and preventing burnout. FREE for full College members (Members and Associates).

  • πŸŽ“ Grad Start Program | 8 weeks | Self-paced

    Price: $180.00
    Step confidently towards a rewarding career in paramedicine with Grad Start. Grad Start is an eight-week, fully online and self-paced program providing essential knowledge and guidance for newly graduated paramedics. Designed to help build confidence and foster a sustainable career, this program focuses on ethical practice and professional standards, cultural competency, and career development. The program also includes interactive case-based learning and optional monthly live sessions. Suitable for recent graduates seeking employment or in early employment.

  • 🩺 Applied Practice Program | 14 weeks | Self-paced

    Price: $480.00
    Following the Pre-employment and Grad Start programs, graduates transition into Applied Practice, where the emphasis is on teamwork, critical thinking, and holistic care across the lifespan, which are essential for providing high-quality person-centred care. By reinforcing the importance of lifelong learning and professional growth, this program empowers graduates to establish a confident and competent foundation for their careers in emergency response. Suitable for Grad Start alumni or graduates who are early in their first year of practice (3-6 months). 14 weeks duration, 100% online and self-paced.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Psychology of learning (core module)

    Price: $149.00
    This module covers important aspects of psychology which promote or distract from learning. Topics include attention and executive functioning, neurological growth stages in early adult life, the role of experimentation and risk-taking in learning, motivation, the role of transition and benefits of a supportive approach, the Dunning-Kruger effect, and the impact of trauma experiences on learning. This is a foundational module, designed for anyone learning about education for the first time, or as a quick refresher if you have studied this topic before. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Guiding the learning of others (core module)

    Price: $149.00
    The aim of this module is to provoke thought, discussion and debate about how best to perform the role of preceptor in the paramedic environment. In this module, we'll introduce preceptorship and compare it to mentoring, tutoring and coaching. We'll explore adult learning principles – essential knowledge for any preceptor – and discuss how we might teach more effectively. We'll dive into the concept of emotional intelligence and its role in preceptorship, before concluding with a practical framework for giving effective and impactful feedback. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Precepting: The art of supporting learning in the workplace (elective)

    Price: $149.00
    For most paramedic preceptors, their professional qualification did not prepare them to be a mentor to others. This module helps to bridge the gap, providing you some foundational theory and skills to inform your practice as a mentor. The module focuses on some basic theory, approaches, and skills you need to effectively support your new graduate as they go through their intern period of learning. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Developing a professional learning plan (elective)

    Price: $149.00
    This module aims to empower paramedics to enhance their professional skills through a structured approach to continuing professional development (CPD). Participants will learn to define CPD, identify personalised learning goals using SWOT analysis, and engage in reflective practice to evaluate and refine their learning experiences. Designed for both seasoned practitioners and new paramedics. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Women in leadership (elective)

    Price: $149.00
    Women leaders often encounter additional barriers such as unconscious bias, limited sponsorship, or conflicting expectations. At the same time, research shows organisations with diverse leadership perform better, innovate more, and foster stronger cultures. This module helps address those challenges and unlocks those opportunities by combining inspiration with practical tools that participants can apply immediately. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Non-discriminatory and responsive care (elective)

    Price: $149.00
    This module is designed to improve your skills in delivering non-discriminatory and responsive care to diverse populations. We will explore the unique needs and challenges faced by various demographic groups, including First Nations Peoples, culturally and racially marginalised communities, refugees, the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals with disabilities, ethnic minorities, seniors, women, people experiencing homelessness, and those facing mental health challenges. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Effective scene leadership (elective)

    Price: $149.00
    Effective scene leadership in contemporary Australasian paramedicine is not a formal title or a function of rank, but a multifaceted, informally enacted competency that must be cultivated in every practitioner. It is a dynamic and adaptive process, rather than a static position of authority. In this module, we aim to unpack the elements of effective scene leadership, proposing a holistic, competency-based framework for leadership that aligns with the modern reality of being a leader in paramedicine. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Enhancing wellbeing and resilience for paramedic leaders (elective)

    Price: $149.00
    In a profession dedicated to providing care and supporting those in crisis, paramedic preceptors often find themselves facing unique challenges that can lead to high levels of burnout. As mentors and leaders, preceptors not only guide the next generation of paramedics but also carry the emotional weight of their responsibilities. This course is designed to equip preceptors with the tools and strategies necessary to look after themselves and others. By prioritising personal wellbeing and resilience, we can foster a healthier, more sustainable work environment, ensuring that our preceptors are supported as they continue their vital role in the community. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Effectively communicate with children (elective)

    Price: free
    Children need to feel safe in order to have a positive experience with healthcare, and how we communicate with children needs to be different to how we communicate with adults. The way we communicate with children can also impact the parents' and caregivers' perception of the quality of care received. Let's look at how to effectively communicate with children. 100% online and self-paced. Notes: (1) Core modules must be completed before any electives. (2) This module is also offered in the paediatrics section of the College's eLearning library.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ« Preceptor Program | Giving effective performance feedback for preceptors (elective)

    Price: $149.00
    Feedback serves as a dynamic and continuous interaction that supports and enriches the educational experience, integrating seamlessly into the instructional framework to enhance both teaching and learning. Throughout this module, we will explore the multifaceted role of feedback, including informing learners about their progress, encouraging them to reflect on their learning needs, and motivating them to pursue engaging and relevant learning activities. 100% online and self-paced. Note: Core modules must be completed before any electives.
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