This course also has a strong focus on First Nations Health, mental health and specific care of maternal, neonatal and paediatric patients.

Practical industry experience is important, which is why the Bachelor of Paramedicine includes three units of placements with the St John Ambulance Australia (NT) Inc., the Northern Territory's exclusive paramedic service provider. In completing your degree, you may be required to undertake clinical placements in the Northern Territory.

This program is designed to transition university graduates into becoming qualified ambulance paramedics. Graduates can then work as Intern Paramedics for 18 months during such time they are required to be credentialed to obtain an Authority to Practice.

This course is undergoing accreditation by the Paramedicine Board of Australia (under Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).