First Response Australia
Diploma of Emergency Health Care
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) Building upon the Certificate IV in Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Response, this program elevates students to a professional practitioner level through advanced clinical training in intermediate cardiac life support, manual defibrillation, and 12-lead ECG interpretation. Participants master complex skills such as advanced airway management, laryngoscopy, and the administration of specialized emergency pharmacology. Combining rigorous pre-course theory with high-fidelity simulations, the course equips graduates with the clinical autonomy required for senior medic roles in the mining, offshore, and private ambulance sectors.Delivery mode
First Response Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Shed 16 (Traders Lane), 117-121 Anderson Street Manunda, Cairns, Queensland, 4870, Australia, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Emergency Health Care will prepare you for the following roles.
Emergency Medical Technician
An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides health care in emergency situations. You might work for an ambulance service and respond to 000 call...
Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
An Emergency Services Officer (ESO) responds to emergency situations on a work site. You’ll ensure everyone on site is safe and accounted for and a...
Ambulance Transport Attendant
An Ambulance Transport Attendant transports patients to and from medical facilities, ensuring their comfort and safety while monitoring their condi...
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...
Paramedic Assistant
A Paramedic Assistant supports paramedics with emergency care, patient transport, and equipment preparation.
You’ll need to stay calm under p...
Aviation Medic
An Aviation Medic travels by air to provide emergency medical treatment. You might respond to medical issues in remote areas, emergency situations...
Industrial Medic
An Industrial Medic provides emergency health care at work sites in remote locations. You might be stationed at a mine site, oil rig or other isola...
