Many have enquired about a career in Pre-hospital Emergency Care. The Emergency Services is a rewarding field offering an incredible amount of job satisfaction and personal growth. However, it can be emotionally and physically challenging and the decision to enter the profession should not be taken lightly.
South Africa has a great need for skilled, qualified emergency care providers. The profession has grown enormously over the last 25 years. It can no longer be considered a job but rather a professional calling. A commitment to patient care, professional integrity and lifelong learning is vital to success in this career.
There are two routes to becoming a paramedic:
University Education:
Certain universities offer a four year Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Care (BTech). Graduates of this programme are qualified as Advanced Life Support practitioners able to provide the highest level of pre-hospital emergency care available.
Entrance requirements and costs may...
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