Victoria University
Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Start your career in Australia’s largest and fastest growing industry, with the Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport HLT31120 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
During this course you will learn how to provide non-emergency transport and care for patients who have non-acute or chronic illness or disability. You will gain the skills to provide appropriate patient assessment and safely move a patient for pre-arranged or booked transport service.
This course also prepares you to provide assistance to ambulance drivers and other paramedicine professionals.
Delivery mode
Victoria University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 235 Hoppers Lane, Werribee, VIC
- 438–460 Ballarat Road, Sunshine North, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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 Victoria University
Victoria University is one of only six universities in Australia to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. From certificates to diplomas, degrees and postgraduate courses, you can begin your studies at any point and pathway between courses to achieve your goals, regardless of your starting point.
