Love helping people and learning about the human body? f you’re passionate about saving lives, taking action, and you’re calm under pressure, being a Paramedic could be what you’re meant to be!
Paramedics are the first people to arrive in a medical emergency. They provide emergency care in life-threatening situations, such as car accidents, heart attacks, or injuries.
They work in ambulances, response vehicles, and sometimes even helicopters, rushing to scenes where their skills can mean the difference between life and death.
The job requires physical and mental strength, as paramedics often work long, unpredictable hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
In South Africa, they also face unique challenges, such as working in areas with limited resources or responding to emergencies in high-crime zones.
Skills and Attributes
- Physically fit
- Calm under pressure
- Decision-making
- Ability to deal with blood and guts
Subjects:
- Mathematics (Pure or Mathematical Literacy, but Pure Maths is preferred)
- Physical Sciences (recommended but not always required)
- Life Sciences (Biology) (important for understanding the human body, but not always required)
- English
Study Paths
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Universities: Stellenbosch University, University of Johannesburg (UJ), Durban University of Technology (DUT), Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), and Nelson Mandela University offer diplomas and degrees in Emergency Medical Care.
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Colleges: Netcare Education, Mediclinic
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ER24 Training Academy provide shorter paramedic courses.
Salary Range: R17 000- R28000 a month
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