Course Information
This course covers the requirements for Non-Emergency Patient Transport Officers (NEPTs) who transport patients between healthcare facilities. In Victoria, NEPTs may also partner with Ambulance Attendants (Diploma qualified) to respond to non-urgent 000 calls for Ambulance Victoria, providing first aid and emergency responses in pre-hospital/out-of-hospital settings.
This training builds your confidence and equips you with the skills to manage emergencies and provide immediate patient care.
This course is ideal for:
- Individuals seeking a career in the ambulance sector.
- Those aspiring to become paramedics.
- First responders working for NEPT providers at first aid events.
Knowledge and Skills developed
- Infection Control
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Advanced First Aid Practices
- Advanced Resuscitation Including Oxygen Delivery and Advanced Airways
- Working with other people and diverse groups
- Work Health and Safety Requirements
- Pain Management
- Ambulance Operations
- Communications and Stress Management
Units of Competency
(13 Units - 11 Core and 2 Electives)
Core
- BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
- HLTOUT001 Implement safe access and egress
- HLTOUT007 Transport non-emergency patients under operational conditions
- HLTOUT010 Communicate in complex situations to support health care
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely
- HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Electives
- HLTAID014 Provide advanced first aid
- HLTAID015 Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
Bonus Unit
- PUAEME008 Provide pain management
The Australian Resusitation Council advises that you should update your first aid every 3 year to maintain currency, they also advise that the CPR, Pain Management and Advanced Resuscitation components of this course be updated every 12 months.
Award issued:
Upon successful completion of both the theoretical and practical assessments for this nationally recognised training, students will be awarded the qualification:
- HLT31120 - Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport
Course Delivery:
This course utilises a Mixed Mode format and requires the following:
- Online Learning Modules: these can take up to 12 months to complete, depending on your individual study commitment.
- Face-to-Face Practical Assessment: Two mandatory two-day practical assessment sessions are required.
- Practical Assessment Sessions are typically held on Saturdays and Sundays from 8am to 5pm.
- Block 1 Practical Assessment Sessions are held in Melbourne and Newcastle.
- Block 2 Practical Assessment Sessions are held in Melbourne ONLY.
- Course Enrolment Window: 1 year. You have a maximum of 1 year to complete both online and practical components.
- Assessments: Submitted through our online learning portal.
- Learning Materials: Provided via our online learning portal.
- Equipment: Provided for all practical assessments.
- Student Handbook: Click here to read.
- Special Requirements:
- Perform CPR on adult and infant mannequins for at least 2 minutes each (physical activity).
- Ability to kneel on the floor for extended periods is required. If unable to do so, you may not be able to complete the course.
- Note this is a physical activity. You will be required to lift patients and stretchers into and out of an ambulance, wheelchairs and beds.
- Wear comfortable clothing suitable including safety footwear for the activities.
Booking Practical Assessments
You can book your practical assessment sessions after completing the corresponding online modules:
- Practical Session 1: After completing the online modules for the following units:
- HLTAID011
- HLTAID014
- HLTAID015
- HLTAAP001
- HLTINF006
- HLTWHS002
- HLTWHS006
- PUAEME008
- Practical Session 2: After completing the online modules for the following units:
- HLTOUT001
- HLTOUT007
- HLTOUT010
- HLTWHS005
Prerequisite Units:
- You will be required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment as part of your enrolment process
- There are no additional prerequisite units
Learner Requirements
To complete this course, you will need:
- A computer or laptop with internet access.
- A web browser (like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge).
- A valid personal email address (shared addresses are not allowed). If you don't have one, consider creating a free Gmail account here.
- Access to:
- A digital camera or phone with camera facilities
- A webcam or phone with video/audio facilities
All Registered Training Organisations are required, as a mandatory part of your enrolment process, to assess your language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy (LLND) skills.
We administer these tests online to verify if you have the necessary skills to complete this course. If you successfully complete these tests, you will be automatically allowed to complete your enrolment and pay for your course.
If your LLND level does not meet the requirements for the course, we will contact you to discuss the steps forward depending on the level assessed. This may include additional pre-learning material or a referral to a specialist LLND service.
This course has been assessed as requiring the following LLND skill levels, which are defined by the frameworks linked below:
| Learning | Level 3 |
| Reading | Level 3 |
| Writing | Level 3 |
| Oral Communication | Level 3 |
| Numeracy | Level 3 |
| Digital | Level 2 |
For more information on how these levels are defined, please see the official documents:
As this is an online course, if you are not sure about your digital skill level you can use the quick, free Digital Literacy Self-Assessment before you make your decision to enrol.
Why 1SDO?
At 1SDO, we are dedicated to providing high-quality training and assessment. We offer a blended learning approach that combines the convenience and flexibility of online learning with the benefits of face-to-face reinforcement and practical experience. This allows you to learn at your own pace while still receiving valuable hands-on training and expert guidance from our experienced trainers.
We take pride in delivering ASQA-accredited training courses in a friendly and accessible learning environment. We understand that every learner is unique, and we are committed to providing personalised support to help you achieve your learning goals and meet the required standards in your chosen course.
Our trainers are fully qualified, approachable, and possess a diverse range of industry experience. They are passionate about adult education and strive to help you feel confident in applying the skills you learn to real-world situations.
Cost
The cost of this patient transport course is $3,275.00.
- 1st payment on enrolment: $500 (non-refundable)
- 2nd payment before end of week 8: $925
- 3rd payment before end of week 16: $925
- Final payment before end of week 24: $925
All payments must be made before your certificate will be issued.