HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE

Course Information
Rationale

This qualification is designed to produce an entry - level health care worker able to provide emergency medical care within the South African context. Graduates will take cognizance of our South African history with an emphasis on equity in health care and a reduction in the burden of disease. The qualification also provides the necessary foundational knowledge and skills needed to manage various life threatening conditions. The qualification also provides access for further education within the field. 

Entry Requirements

To register for the qualification, the candidate must comply with either 2.1 or 2.2 hereunder: 

2.1 The applicant with a Senior Certificate (prior to 2009) must have at least a minimum 

of an E symbol on Higher Grade or a D symbol on Standard Grade pass for all the following subjects: 

  • English 

  • Mathematics 

  • Biology and / or Physical Sciences 

OR 

2.2 The applicant with a National Senior Certificate with a Higher Certificate 

endorsement must have the following subjects and rating codes: 

  • English (3) 

  • Mathematics (3) or Mathematical Literacy (4) 

  • Life Sciences (3) or Physical Sciences (3) 

  • Additional Subject 1 (3) 

  • Additional Subject 2 (3) 

  • Life Orientation does not count towards your required marks 

Where and how learning takes place

Learning will take place in the classroom environment, online, in practical laboratories and in the authentic work environment.

Broad Syllabus

Students are required to achieve all the credits for both the fundamental and core components of the qualification for a minimum period of one academic year.  

 

The components of the qualification include: 

Modules: 

  • Foundations of Professional Practice 
  • Mental Health and Wellness 
  • Computer Literacy 
  • Anatomy 
  • Physiology 
  • Physics 
  • Chemistry 
  • Emergency Medical Care Theory 
  • Emergency Medical Care Practical 
  • Clinical Practice 
  • Physical Preparedness 
Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, graduates will be able to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Emergency Care Assistant (ECA). Graduates will practice basic and intermediate emergency care primarily on ambulances within South Africa in rural and urban contexts that range from sophisticated emergency medical care facilities to remote primary health care settings. 

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For more information Contact:
Lebone College of Emergency Care: Reception
Tell: 012 356 8000
Email: Leboneenquiries@gauteng.gov.za