Colleges and Universities Offering Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care in South Africa

Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide immediate medical assistance in emergency situations. This program focuses on various aspects of emergency medical care including;
-Basic life support
-Trauma management
-Patient transportation
This certificate program offers both theoretical and practical training, ensuring graduates are competent and prepared to handle emergency medical situations.


Upon completion, graduates can pursue numerous career opportunities in the field of emergency medical care including:
1. Emergency Medical Technician
2. Ambulance Officer
3. Paramedic Assistant
4. Emergency Care Practitioner
5. First Aid Trainer
6. Rescue Technician
7. Disaster Management Officer
8. Critical Care Assistant
9. Occupational Health and Safety Officer
10. Emergency Room Assistant

Institutions Offering Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care

•  Maritzburg Emergency College, Pietermaritzburg  
  Course entry requirements
  - Matric with the following subjects as mandatory: English, Mathematics, Life or Physical Science.
  - Minimum pass per subject: Matric before 2009 (HG – E or SG – D). Matric after 2009 (level 3 or above)
  - Total score of 18 from all subjects excluding Life Orientation
  - Medical and Physical fitness
  
  
  Course duration: 1 year
•  University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg  
  

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