Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) (Level 7)
Whitireia Community Polytechnic
Subject area
Paramedical Studies
Qualification
Duration
3 Years
Total student fees
$19,409
over 3 Years - details
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The qualification is designed to prepare students for beginning practice as contemporary ambulance paramedics in Aotearoa New Zealand. The qualification furthers learning in the areas of research, sociological, legal and ethical subjects, pharmacology, bioscience and professional practice for new and existing employees of the ambulance sector.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Whitireia degree entry requirements: http://www.whitireia.ac.nz or equivalent academic/work experience AND full NZ Driver Licence; evidence of suitability based on an entry age of 18 years, police vetting, medical report, referee reports, interview (International: IELTS 6.5).
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
3 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$6,470 | $19,409 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$10,247 | $30,742 |
| Total | $16,717 | $50,151 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
94%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $45,547 |
| Earnings range | $34,014 - $52,858 |
| In employment | 66% |
| In further study | 28% |
| On a benefit | 1% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Waikato-Tainui Tertiary Education Grants
Provided by:
Waikato Raupatu Lands Trust - Grants Officer
Website:
Value:
Contribution towards tuition fees only
James Henry Scholarship
Provided by:
University of Otago - Scholarships Administrator
Website:
http://www.otago.ac.nz/graduate-research/scholarships/
Value:
$600
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (04) 237 3100
Fax: (04) 237 3101
Email: info@whitireia.ac.nz
Web: http://www.whitireia.ac.nz
Locations
Please note this qualification may not be available at all these locations. Please contact the provider for more information.
Porirua
Wineera Drive
Porirua
Auckland
Level 2
450 Queen Street
Auckland
Wellington
Level 2, 15 Dixon Street
Wellington
Kapiti
Corner Milne Road & Kapiti Road
Paraparaumu
Porirua
12 Mohuia Crescent
Elsdon
Porirua City
Petone
Wellington Institute of Technology (Petone site)
11 Kensington Avenue
Petone
Wellington
25 Vivian Street
Te Aro
Wellington
Tonga
Tupou Tertiary Institute
Central Auckland
3 Wakefield Street
Auckland CBD
Auckland
Te Aro
Corner 82-92 Cuba Street and 65 Dixon Street
Te Aro
Wellington
Te Aro
Te Kahui Auaha Campus
Corner 82-92 Cuba Street and 65 Dixon Street
Te Aro
Wellington
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.