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ALHT104 Foundations of Paramedic Practice

10 cp
Prerequisites
Nil
Teaching Organisation 150 hours of focused learning.

This unit introduces students to the foundations of paramedic practice. Important principles of biomechanics and manual handling will enable students to develop safe work practices within the pre-hospital environment. Students will acquire skills related to scene and client assessment. An introduction to the principles and practices of current Australian Resuscitation Guidelines will be applied. This unit will introduce students to contemporary professional paramedic concepts, including governance and scope of practice, and the importance of inter-agency communication.

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