Diploma in Health Sciences (Paramedicine)
About this course
Course objectives
The course aims to deepen students’ knowledge of medical sciences and research to enable greater understanding of paramedic treatment protocols, so as to better manage complex medical emergencies. The students are equipped to apply relevant clinical skills in the management of patients in paramedic practice.
The course will also equip them with transferable skills such as communication, leadership, logistics and crisis management, to improve operational effectiveness and work efficiency. At the completion of this diploma, the participant will be able to:
1.Critically evaluate patients and deliver care according to patient assessment model (PAM) and according to local pre-hospital emergency care protocols.
2.Evaluate and document with accuracy, patient care and outcomes.
3.Function as independent crew leaders in the ambulance using their expertise in emergency medical skills.
Course description
With the increased complexity of pre-hospital emergency care, advancements in military medicine and rising public expectations, there is a need to further enhance the skills of paramedics, to keep abreast of evolving field medical doctrine and the broadening scope of paramedic practice.Nanyang Polytechnic, in collaboration with the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), SAF Medical Training Institute (SMTI) and the Unit for Pre-hospital Emergency Care (UPEC), developed the part-time Diploma in Health Sciences (Paramedicine) for in-service Emergency Medical Technicians & Specialists with the aim to deepen their knowledge of medical sciences and research to enable greater understanding of paramedic treatment protocols, so as to better manage complex medical emergencies. The course will also equip them with transferable skills such as communication, leadership, logistics and crisis management, to improve operational effectiveness and work efficiency.Learners can look forward to learning from experienced trainers from the School of Health & Social Sciences and School of Business Management.
Target audiences
Admission RequirementsThe minimum admission requirement is any NITEC certificate or a minimum 3 “O” level passes (with a minimum of D7 for English) plus
(A) EMS Certificate* or(B) EMT Certificate**
AND
Relevant Work Experience: #
* EMS Certificate
- Paramedic Level 3 certificate or
- Higher Nitec in Paramedic and Emergency Care (HNPEC)
** EMT Certificate
- Emergency Medical Technician Certificate or the WSQ Higher Certificate in Healthcare Support (PHEMS)
Additional requirements for EMT Certificate holders:
A Letter of Support from the employer to guarantee the opportunity for the learner to perform paramedic roles under supervision during on-the-job training.# Please refer to the table below for requirements on relevant work experience.
Prior Highest QualificationFT Higher NitecFT Nitec
PT Higher Nitec in Technology/
ServicesPT Nitec in Technology/
Services“O” Levels
WSQAdmission to CET DiplomaGPA ≥ 2
OR
GPA ≥ 1.5
1 year of relevant work experienceGPA ≥ 3.5
OR
GPA ≥ 3.0
1 year of relevant work experienceGPA ≥ 2
1 year of relevant work experienceGPA ≥ 3.5
1 year of relevant work experience3 relevant passes
1 year of relevant work experienceRelevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or Higher)
Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA
1 year of relevant work experience
or at least 2 years of relevant work experience.