Australian Paramedical College
Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)
This nationally recognised qualification will qualify you to become a Patient Transport Office (PTO) and is the ideal first step into a career in healthcare.
Patient transport is a service provided for patients whose condition is non-life threatening and who cannot transport themselves to and from their home to a medical facility. The interactions that a patient has with their patient transport officer can make a huge difference in their medical care experience, putting them at ease and ensuring they feel cared for.
No experience is necessary to start this patient transport course, you’ll learn all the theory online and build your practical, hands-on skills in a 5-day clinical workshop.
Clinical Workshops
During the HLT31120 Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport training, you’ll complete a 5-day clinical workshop.
Workshop facilities are located across NSW, QLD, and VIC.
Average Duration: 6-12 Months
Delivery mode
Australian Paramedical College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Age: Be at least 16 years of age (parental consent required if under 18)
- Education: At least year-10 high-school or equivalent
- Residency: Be an AUS/NZ citizen, AUS PR, or hold an approved temporary visa
- Driver’s license: Hold a current driver’s license (at least Ls in QLD, otherwise at least Ps)
- Technology: Have regular access to a computer and internet, and be comfortable with online study and assessments
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport will prepare you for the following roles.
Patient Transport Officer
A Patient Transport Officer transfers patients to medical care in non-urgent situations. You might take people from their home to hospital or move...
Ambulance Transport Attendant
An Ambulance Transport Attendant transports patients to and from medical facilities, ensuring their comfort and safety while monitoring their condi...
Volunteer Ambulance Driver
A Volunteer Ambulance Driver helps with the transfer of patients to hospital in non-emergency situations. You’ll drive the ambulance vehicle while...
Non-Emergency Patient Transport Driver
A Non‑Emergency Patient Transport Driver assists patients who don’t need emergency care, transporting them safely to medical appointments or hospit...
Medical Transport Officer
A Medical Transport Officer transfers non-emergency patients to and from healthcare facilities. You might work for a hospital, ambulance service, o...
Patient Escort
A Patient Escort helps transport patients safely to and from care facilities, ensuring comfort and assisting with basic mobility needs. You may wor...
Non-Emergency Patient Transport Officer
A Non-Emergency Patient Transport Officer transfers patients who don’t require urgent care, ensuring their comfort and safety during transit. You m...
Patient Transporter
A Patient Transporter moves patients safely between healthcare facilities or departments for treatment, appointments or discharge. You may work in...
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) Driver
A NEMT Driver transports non‐urgent patients for private transport services, healthcare facilities or community providers, ensuring safe driving, e...
About Australian Paramedical College
Australian Paramedical College have built a large team of educators and support staff and offer training locations around Australia to assist their students throughout their training. They specialise in creating pathways to university that allow their students to one day become paramedics.
