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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 13h

We’re thrilled to announce Dr Erica Kreismann as the Closing Keynote speaker at our upcoming Regional Paramedic Symposium in Port Macquarie.

Closing Keynote: No one’s coming to save you (but we can save each other)

Bookings: paramedics.org/events/rps-2025

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 3d

At this time next week, we’re being joined online by MICA Flight Paramedic Cat Mackay for a webinar on Leading ad hoc teams – ditch dictatorship, empower your people.

Register: bit.ly/ACP-Leading-Webinar

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 5d

In the latest episode of Kerbside Conversations, host Laura Hirello chats with Cam Rota from Hato Hone St John. They explore equitable care, confidence, learning from mistakes, and the growth journey of healthcare professionals.

Listen now via your favourite podcast app or at bit.ly/ACP-Podcast

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 7d

Expressions of interest are now open to join the ACPIC26 and PCC26 organising committees. Apply by Friday 31 October: bit.ly/Event-Committees-26

📷 ACPIC25 Organising Committee

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 8d

Applications are now open for the College’s 2026 Paramedic Research Mentoring Program, a nine-month initiative connecting paramedics with experienced research mentors.

Expressions of interest for both mentors and mentees close Thursday 27 November 2025: bit.ly/PRMP-2026

📷 Photo by Kenny Eliason

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 9d

When the pressure hits, how do stress and emotion shape our decisions on road?

Join Intensive Care Flight Paramedic Shaun Whitmore on Monday 24 November for a discussion-based session exploring what really happens to thinking and behaviour in high-stress situations.

bit.ly/Clinical-Safety-webinar

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ParamedProf @paramedprof.bsky.social · 11d

The Paramedicine Board of Australia is seeking applications for appointment to an Advanced Practice Paramedicine Expert Reference Committee (three-year term). #health #regulation
statutoryappointments.ahpra.gov.au/nb/en/job/49...
Applications close Tuesday 21 October.

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 10d

Applications for the Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) Graduate Paramedic Program close tomorrow, Tuesday 14 October.

Submit your online application (approx. 30 mins): bit.ly/ACP-Jobs-Board

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 15d

Today the College congratulates the first paramedics employed at a Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, marking a meaningful step forward in expanding paramedic roles beyond traditional emergency services and into community-based, person-centred care 👏

Read more: paramedics.org/news/first-p...

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 17d

We’re excited to introduce a new benefit exclusively for our Western Australian members: free Mental Health First Aid training!

Courses begin 26 November and are fully subsidised thanks to Suicide Prevention Australia and the Western Australian Mental Health Commission.

Register: bit.ly/WA-MHFA

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 20d

Researchers at Monash University are seeking input from AHPRA registered paramedics for a short survey exploring current practices of pre-briefing in paramedicine.

Take part here: bit.ly/ACP-ResearchBoard

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 21d

Final reminder – just over a week left to apply!

Applications for the 2025 College Research Impact Grants next Friday 10 October.

Grants of up to $2,000 are available to support paramedicine researchers at any career stage in sharing their work.

Apply here: bit.ly/Impact-Grants-Open

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 23d

Reminder: Expressions of Interest to join the College’s new Working Group on Drugs and Poisons Legislation and Regulation close this Monday, 6 October.

Submit your EOI here: bit.ly/ACP-Drugs-Poisons-Group

📷 Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 24d

Are you all caught up on the September Pānui from Te Kaunihera Manapou? Among other items, it features:

• A reminder to apply for Specialist Paramedic Practice Endorsements

• Tait Contel Trust Scholarships 2025 – supporting students in paramedicine and postgraduate study

Read: bit.ly/Panui-Sept25

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 25d

We’re excited to announce Haley Findlay as a speaker at our upcoming Port Macquarie Regional Paramedic Symposium, 20–21 November. She will co-host an interactive workshop covering both normal birth and maternal emergencies.

Early-bird registration: bit.ly/Port-Macquarie-RPS

Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 26d

Our Annual General Meeting will be held online on Monday 3 November at 1pm AEDT.

Members will hear reports from the Chair, Audit & Risk Committee and CEO, review the College’s financials, and confirm and elect Directors.

Details and registration: paramedics.org/events/agm2025

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 27d

This week we released a new episode of Kerbside Conversations featuring Critical Care Paramedic Jessica Wissa.

Jessica reflects on her experiences working across both urban and rural settings, highlighting the challenges faced by paramedics working in resource-poor environments.

bit.ly/ACP-Podcast

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · 28d

Members can now access a new eLearning module on echocardiography, introducing the principles and clinical applications of ultrasound in cardiac care.

It’s available alongside our other popular cardiology modules on re-entry tachycardias, cardiac biomarkers & blood chemistry.

bit.ly/ACP-Cardiology

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · Sep 23

Our newest Free Microlearning module on bias in clinical assessments is now available. It looks at how unconscious bias and non-inclusive frameworks can affect patient care, and offers practical ways to adapt assessments.

Explore the full library here: bit.ly/ACP-MicroLearning

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · Sep 22

The College is calling for Expressions of Interest to join a newly created Working Group on Drugs and Poisons Legislation and Regulation.

This committee will examine and advocate for the harmonisation and reform of drugs and poisons legislation and regulation.

EOIs: bit.ly/ACP-Drugs-Poisons-Group

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · Sep 20

We’re heading to Port Macquarie this November for our Regional Paramedic Symposium 2025.

Join us Thursday and Friday 20–21 November for two days of workshops, discussions and evidence-based learning sessions.

Early bird tickets now on sale bit.ly/Port-Macquarie-RPS

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · Sep 19

Women & Leadership Australia is offering scholarships to support women in police, defence and emergency services to access world-class leadership and workplace skill development programs.

Partial scholarships from $700 to $3,000 are available. Apply before Friday 24 October: bit.ly/WLA-Scholarships

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · Sep 17

Applications are still open for the 2025 College Research Impact Grants.

These grants of up to $2,000 support paramedicine researchers at any career stage to share their work through conference presentations, publications and other platforms.

Apply by Friday 10 October: bit.ly/Impact-Grants-Open

2025 College Research Impact Grants Now Open

ACP is the leading professional body offering knowledge, events, a community and more, to our members and all who work in the paramedicine field in Australia and New Zealand.

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · Sep 16

We’re bringing ACPIC to Aotearoa this November!

Join us in Auckland on Thursday 6 November for ACPIC 2025 | Hui Whakaora; a one-day event featuring workshops, research and clinical presentations, and opportunities to connect with colleagues.

Early bird tickets now on sale: bit.ly/ACPIC-Aotearoa

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Australasian College of Paramedicine @acparamedicine.bsky.social · Sep 16

Release of the second Australasian Paramedicine Workforce Survey Report.

This landmark, College-funded study offers a deeper understanding of the lived experiences, aspirations and challenges faced by paramedics today and will inform workforce strategy, policy and education.

bit.ly/ACP-Workforc...