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Advanced Emergency Care
Advanced Emergency Care
Module
National Code
State Code
48903
48903
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
069905 - Paramedical Studies
Nominal Hours
126
Description
To interpret knowledge gained and
relate it to the application of
advanced life support skills.
To recognise disturbances in the
homeostatic mechanisms of the human
body.
To relate a patient's clinical presentation to the pathophysiology of common
disorders.
To develop an understanding of the
common types of medications used in the
treatment of specific conditions.
To briefly describe therapeutic and
diagnostic techniques used in the
hospital management of specific
conditions.
To demonstrate leadership ability in the pre-hospital emergency care situation.
To demonstrate competence in all
ambulance skills.
relate it to the application of
advanced life support skills.
To recognise disturbances in the
homeostatic mechanisms of the human
body.
To relate a patient's clinical presentation to the pathophysiology of common
disorders.
To develop an understanding of the
common types of medications used in the
treatment of specific conditions.
To briefly describe therapeutic and
diagnostic techniques used in the
hospital management of specific
conditions.
To demonstrate leadership ability in the pre-hospital emergency care situation.
To demonstrate competence in all
ambulance skills.
General notes
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Evidence Guide
One three-hour Theory Paper 50%
Three tests 25%
One practical skills test 25%
St John's Ambulance Association require
a minimum pass of 65% in the theory
paper.
St John's Ambulance Association require a pass of 100% in the practical
component.
(Only one repeat attempt will be
allowed if a student fails to achieve
this score in the final practical
test).
Three tests 25%
One practical skills test 25%
St John's Ambulance Association require
a minimum pass of 65% in the theory
paper.
St John's Ambulance Association require a pass of 100% in the practical
component.
(Only one repeat attempt will be
allowed if a student fails to achieve
this score in the final practical
test).
Elements and Performance Criteria
No information
No information
Associated Qual/Courses
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5220 | Emergency Care | Accredited course |