Paramedic Resources

Explore vital connections to South African and African emergency care societies and organizations for support.

EMS Societies & Professional Bodies

Connect with key EMS societies, regulatory bodies, and professional organizations shaping emergency medical care across Africa and internationally.

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Higher education Institutions offering Emergency Medical Care Qualifications

Below is a list of universities that offer Emergency Medical Care in Africa:

The University of Johannesburg offers various programmes in the field of emergency medical care and including:

  • Two-year Diploma in Emergency Medical Care

  • A four-year Professional Bachelor of Health Sciences in EMC

  • A dissertation-only Master's degree in Emergency Medical Care

Please check their website for more information

The Namibia University of Science and Technology offers a three-year Bachelor of Emergency Medical CarePlease visit their website for more information.

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The Durban University of Technology offers various programmes in emergency Medical care including:

  • A four-year Professional Bachelor of Health Sciences in EMC

  • Master of Health Sciences in Emergency Medical Care

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Emergency Medical Care

Please check their website for more information

The Nelson Mandela University offers a four-year Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care

Please visit their website for more information.

The Faculty of Emergency and Critical Care (Netcare College) offers two undergraduate programmes listed below:

  • Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care

  • Two-year Diploma in Emergency Medical Care

Please visit their website for more information.

Boitekanelo College in Botswana offers various programmes in the field of Emergency Medical Care listed below:

  • One-year certificate in Emergency Medical Care

  • Two-year Diploma in Emergency Medical Care

  • Four-year Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medical Care

Please visit their website for more information.