PAR3011 Paramedic management of medical conditions
Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
PAR3011 Paramedic management of medical conditions is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Peninsula. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 3 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Peninsula
- Assessment
- Exam 40%
- and 3 other tasks
- Workload
- 24 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before PAR3011
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After PAR3011
3 units list PAR3011 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisite: (PAR2013 or PAR2012), PAR2022, PAR2032, PAR2020
Corequisite: Must be enrolled in course code M2011.
Overview
This unit continues to develop the role of the paramedic as a clinician by extending clinical examination and decision making skills that were introduced in previous clinical units. The unit explores commonly encountered acute and chronic health emergencies, with a focus on pain management. Using a combination of case-based learning, clinical laboratory work and simulation, this unit will develop the essential clinical skills, clinical problem solving and decision-making competencies in managing common health emergencies.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Peninsula | On campus |
| First semester | Peninsula | Online |
Assessment
- Clinical portfolio (12 mins video submission and 500 word reflection)PortfolioCompetency hurdle30%
- Critical analysis (2,000 words)Written30%
- Written exam (2 hrs and 10 mins)ExaminationCompetency hurdle40%
- Practical assessment (20 mins) (Pass/Fail)DemonstrationCompetency hurdle-
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Describe the epidemiology, population health, and pathology related to acute and chronic emergency medical conditions commonly encountered in paramedic practice;
- 2
Describe the clinical manifestations of the selected medical conditions commonly encountered in paramedic practice;
- 3
Demonstrate the ability to integrate and apply theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to the assessment and management of patients with selected acute and chronic medical emergencies across the lifespan;
- 4
Relate the pharmacology of drugs and fluids used by paramedics in the management of common medical conditions, including drug indications and actions.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities24 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Tutorials12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Lectures
Total hours:24 hours
Offerings: Applies to all offerings
Practicals
Total hours:24 hours
Offerings: Applies to all offerings
Tutorials
Total hours:12 hours
Offerings: Applies to all offerings
For full details of the teaching approach to this unit, please refer to Moodle.
Learning resources
Required resources
See Moodle for details about required resources.
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Amanda Taylor-Hall
- Chief Examiners
- Lorna Martin
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for PAR3011?
PAR3011 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after PAR3011?
PAR3011 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including PAR3012, PAR3022 and PAR3032.
When is PAR3011 offered?
In 2026, PAR3011 runs in Semester 1 at Peninsula, with an online option.
How much work is PAR3011?
The handbook expects about 24 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does PAR3011 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 40% of the final mark, alongside 3 other tasks.