Master of Paramedic Practitioner

How much supervised clinical practice is required?

Students must undertake a minimum of 300 hours of supernumerary supervised clinical practice during the course.

The purpose of this practice is to provide structured opportunities to develop and demonstrate advanced clinical capability in appropriate healthcare environments.

What does “supernumerary supervised clinical practice” mean?

Supernumerary practice is undertaken as a learner under appropriate clinical supervision rather than simply counting routine rostered clinical work towards the course requirement.

The clinical environment must provide appropriate opportunities for advanced practice development and assessment.

Who can supervise my clinical practice?

The required supervised practice must provide access to appropriate clinical supervision from a:

• Paramedic Practitioner
• Nurse Practitioner, or
• Medical Practitioner.

The proposed supervision arrangements must be confirmed as part of the application process.

Do I need to have my supervised practice organised before I apply?

Yes.

Applicants must provide written evidence of organisational support demonstrating that they can access at least 300 hours of appropriate supernumerary supervised clinical practice during the course.

Applicants should therefore begin discussions with their employer, health service or proposed placement provider before submitting their application.

Will Monash find my clinical placement for me?

Applicants are expected to identify and secure access to an appropriate clinical practice environment as part of the entry process.

The Confirmation of Supervised Clinical Practice Support form allows the proposed organisation and supervision arrangements to be documented. Clinical practice arrangements remain subject to relevant Monash University placement, governance and compliance requirements.

Can I complete the supervised practice within my current workplace?

Potentially.

A workplace may be suitable where it can provide the required clinical experiences, supernumerary practice arrangements and appropriate supervision. Suitability will depend on the nature of the clinical environment and the proposed supervision arrangements.

Is there any cost associated with supervised clinical practice?

Yes. Students are responsible for meeting any costs associated with undertaking supervised clinical practice. Depending on the placement setting and provider requirements, these may include, but are not limited to:

• travel and accommodation
• medical or fitness assessments
• a Working with Children Check
• a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
• an NDIS Worker Screening Check
• evidence of immunisation or other health clearance requirements
• uniforms, identification or other placement-related requirements.

Requirements and costs will vary according to the clinical environment and placement provider. These expenses are separate from course tuition fees, and students should consider them when planning their supervised clinical practice.

Will I be paid while undertaking supervised clinical practice?

The required supervised clinical practice is undertaken on a supernumerary basis. Whether a student receives salary or other financial support during this time is a matter between the student, their employer and the placement organisation. Monash University does not guarantee paid placement arrangements.

Can my normal rostered clinical work count towards the 300 hours?

Generally, no. Routine rostered work cannot simply be counted towards the requirement. The practice must be undertaken in an approved advanced-practice learning environment, be appropriately supervised and assessed, and meet the course requirements for supernumerary supervised clinical practice.

A student’s workplace may support the placement, but the placement hours and learning arrangements must be clearly distinguished from their ordinary employment responsibilities.

When do I complete the 300 hours?

The supervised clinical practice is completed across the course in accordance with the requirements of the relevant units. Students should discuss the proposed timing and availability of practice with their employer or placement provider before applying.