Post-Diploma Certificate in Essentials of Paramedic Practice (part of Diploma (Conversion) in Paramedic Science)
About This Course
This Post-Diploma Certificate in Essentials of Paramedic Practice will provide learners the skills and knowledge on the following:
1) Disorders of Musculoskeletal & Regulatory Systems & Infections (45 hours)
2) Communication and Ethics (60 hours)
3) Essential Skills in Pharmacotherapy (30 hours)
4) Clinical Placement Supervision 1 (15 hours)
What You'll Learn
1) provide learners with an understanding of the organization, structure, and functions of the integumentary and musculoskeletal body systems. It enables learners to develop knowledge and skills in the prevention of communicable diseases
2) introduce learners to the medico-legal and ethical issues that have an impact on paramedic practice
3) provide learners with opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills in drug administration and calculations
4) provide opportunities for the learner to integrate theory and practice in the different settings encountered during their placement in the prehospital emergency medical service.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for the course, candidates must possess the following:
• Local polytechnic diploma or equivalent or any degree from a recognized university
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course on a case-by-case basis based on:
• Evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience.
• Suitable applicants who are shortlisted may have to go through an interview.
Due to the special requirements of the healthcare profession, all applicants have to pass a medical examination and to submit their blood screening and vaccination records according to MOH’s established standard set of screening and vaccination requirements.