Diploma of Paramedical Science (Anaesthesia)

Give yourself the best shot at becoming an anaesthetic technician. While training in our state-of-the-art facilities you'll develop the knowledge and skills to assist the anaesthetist carry out local or general anaesthetics and recovery procedures. You'll maximise your skills with an intense clinical placement putting everything you learn into practise in the real working environment.
The Diploma of Paramedical Science will develop your skills in:
• Communicating with other medical professionals, technical and maintenance personnel and patients
• Anaesthetic preparation procedures
• Assisting anaesthetist during procedures
• Immediate post-operative recovery
• Aseptic techniques
• Control of microbial growth
• Sterilisation and decontamination procedures
Further information
Upon successful completion of this diploma, students can articulate to the following university courses:
- Bachelor of Paramedical Science (University of the Sunshine Coast)
Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent with a Sound Achievement in English and Mathematics and a Sound Achievement in Year 10 Science is required.
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies.