Paramedicine - Master of Health Practice
The Master of Health Practice in Paramedicine is designed for healthcare professionals looking to advance their careers. It emphasizes the evolving landscape of paramedic practice globally, equipping you for the future of the profession.
AUT’s postgraduate paramedicine courses focus on international best practice in the out of hospital setting. Courses may be delivered in a range of formats including on-campus block courses or online. Individual courses may not be offered every year.
The Master of Health Practice is designed for health professionals with at least three years of clinical experience. You can select courses that reflect your career needs and interests.
This is part of the Master of Health Practice.
Download programme guides
- AUT Prospectus (2026) [PDF, 6.2 MB]
- AUT Prospectus (2025) [PDF, 7.1 MB]
You need a total of 180 points to complete Master of Health Practice in Paramedicine.
Critical care paramedics (CCPs) are highly trained emergency medical professionals who provide advanced pre-hospital care to critically ill and injured patients. They play a crucial role in the healthcare system, delivering expert assessment, diagnosis and management in high-acuity situations.
Equipped with specialised medical tools and advanced skills, critical care paramedics perform advanced airway management, advanced cardiac care and intravenous drug therapy. They work closely with other emergency responders and healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
Choose one of
Offered in Semester 1 and 2
- HEAL811 Research Design and Methods (15 points)
- HEAL840 Critical Enquiry for Evidence Based Practice (15 points)
Semester 1 course
Semester 2 course
And choose one of
Offered in Semester 1 and 2
- HEAL812 Health Professional Practice (15 points)
- MAOH804 Te Hau o te Ora – Hauora Māori Development (15 points)
Semester 2 course
And complete the following three courses
Semester 1 course
Semester 2 course
Early full-year course
And choose one of
Either
Or
- HEAL986 Research in Practice (45 points, full-year course)*; and
- A relevant 15-point postgraduate health science course
*If you choose HEAL986 Research in Practice, you won’t be able to progress to further study in a Doctor of Health Science or a PhD. You should discuss progression options with your programme leader.
Interested in ultrasound imaging?
You may also be interested in this course, which is offered in Semester 1:
You can study this as part of your programme, or as a single or individual course.
Extended care paramedics (ECP) primarily assess and treat patients with low acuity yet often complex conditions in diverse settings. These may include in-home assessments through Emergency Ambulance Services, medical centres, urgent rural health facilities and remote environments.
This focus area incorporates advanced knowledge and skills in primary care.
Choose one of
Offered in Semester 1 and 2
- HEAL811 Research Design and Methods (15 points)
- HEAL840 Critical Enquiry for Evidence Based Practice (15 points)
Semester 1 course
Semester 2 course
And choose one of
Offered in Semester 1 and 2
- HEAL812 Health Professional Practice (15 points)
- MAOH804 Te Hau o te Ora – Hauora Māori Development (15 points)
Semester 2 course
And complete the following three courses
Offered in Semester 1 and 2
- PHMY803 Pharmacology Science and Therapeutics (30 points)
- HEAL824 Advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning (30 points)
Full-year course
And choose one of
Either
Or
- HEAL986 Research in Practice (45 points, full-year course)*; and
- A relevant 15-point postgraduate health science course
*If you choose HEAL986 Research in Practice, you won’t be able to progress to further study in a Doctor of Health Science or a PhD. You should discuss progression options with your programme leader.
Interested in ultrasound imaging?
You may also be interested in this course, which is offered in Semester 1:
You can study this as part of your programme, or as a single or individual course.
Ready to enrol in your courses?
Find out how you can enrol in the courses and classes for your programme, whether you’ve just joined AUT as a new student or you’re already studying with us. If you’re looking for a course timetable or more info on a specific course use our course search.
Practice as a health professional in New Zealand is governed by legislation and a number of ‘Responsible Authorities’ (such as the NZ Psychologist Board, Physiotherapy Board and the Nursing Council who register practitioners). Overseas qualified health professionals who wish to practise in New Zealand should communicate directly with the relevant Responsible Authority. Qualifications recognised for professional registration at AUT are undergraduate; study at postgraduate level is not considered equivalent recognition for NZ Board certification.
- Equips health professionals for the future of paramedic practice
- AUT is the leading educator for paramedicine in New Zealand
- Includes a practice project in an area of your interest
- Flexible study options, including on-campus block courses and online learning
The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.