The ACP International Conference provides an unmatched opportunity for our members to learn from experts and leaders in paramedicine. ACPIC 2021 was delivered as a hybrid conference (online and face to face in the Sunshine Coast, QLD and Hobart, TAS) in November 2021.

Biography: Emma-Kate Thornley

Emma’s Paramedicine career began in 2001. She completed a clinical Master’s at medical school in 2012 and now practices clinically as a Paramedic Practitioner (FACPP) in Tasmania in addition to her academic career in postgraduate Paramedicine at UTAS. Emma is a founding board member of Australasian College of Paramedic Practitioners where she continues to develop defined career structures beyond registration for Paramedics and advocates for the legislative changes and organisational evolution that will enable Paramedics to practice as part of the broader Primary Health Care workforce.

Session moderator: Lucy Oatley