OFO No: 325801

Other names for Ambulance Worker:

What is an Ambulance Worker?

PLEASE NOTE: There is an intention to discontinue these job titles, but workers on the register at that time, will be allowed to continue.

Ambulance Workers assist Paramedics to provide emergency health care to patients who are injured, sick, infirm, or otherwise physically or mentally impaired prior to and during transport to medical facilities.

Formal training in emergency medical treatment, patient transport, ambulance principles and practice are required.

• Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA)

They perform CPR, stopping of bleeding, helping women in labour etc. 

• Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA)

As well as the above they perform IV therapy (drips) Bronchodilators, Defibrillation (shock) chest decompression etc.

Are you … ?

• passionate about helping others with compassion, empathy, integrity, and honesty
• able to enjoy the adrenaline rush of emergencies while keeping calm and able to think on your feet
• confident
• disciplined
• a good communicator
• able to multi-task
• a team worker
• strong physical health, strength and stamina
• well-developed stress management skills
• excellent problem-solving ability

What does an Ambulance Worker do?

• assists paramedics in their duties.
• assesses health status of persons involved in accidents, natural disasters and other emergency situations
• attends and/or patrols large-scale public gatherings and other events where health emergencies are more likely to occur
• monitors changes in health status of patients during transport to and from medical other health care facilities
• performs medical procedures and administers drugs and other therapies
  
• resuscitates and defibrillates patients and operates life-support equipment
• provides information and training to community groups and essential service workers in first aid
• keeps records on patients’ conditions and treatments provided
  

How do I become an Ambulance Worker

• Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA)

To be a Basic Ambulance Attendant in services you need Matric, Code 10 Drivers License.
There is a short 4-6 week training period (Basic Life Support) and then about 6 months practical training.

• Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA)

Must pass the pre-course examination for entry into ILS course

There is a 4 months training, 1000 operational hours as BAA plus all other requirements as for BAA.

Ambulance Workers who pass the exams must register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) before being allowed to practice.

Please note: There are many job titles which are not on the list of HPCSA so be careful when registering for a course. 

Path 1

• Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care
• Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Path 2

Emergency Care Practitioner

• Complete your Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care
• Register as an Emergency Care Practitioner with the HPCSA
• This allows you to be a ‘professional’ person

GAUTENG

Action Training Academy, Ambusave Academy, COJEMS Training Academy, Florida Park Fire Station, Critical Care Academy, De Vries Ambulance Academy, Elihle College of Emergency Care, ER 24, Global Emergency Technologies, Human Emergency Life Programme (Gauteng) T/A H.E.L.P, IET Fire Rescue and EMS Academy,  Impact Emergency Technologies, Lebone College of Emergency Care, Netcare 911 School of Emergency and Critical Care, North West Private Ambulance Training College, Rescu-Life Africa, School for Military Health Training (SAMHS), SRQ Ambulance,  

MPUMALANGA

Emergency and Health Care Training Academy (EHCTA), Mpumalanga Ambulance Training College, Netcare 911 School of Emergency and Critical Care

NORTH WEST

Bokone Bophirima Ambulance Training College, Mankwe Ambulance Training Centre,  North West Province Emergency Medical Rescue Services College, Tshedimosetso Trauma Training Ambulance Academy,

LIMPOPO

Bokamoso PreHospital Academy, Ingozi, Limpopo College of Emergency Care

FREE STATE

Central University of Technology (CUT), Golden Hour Ambulance Academy, Impact Emergency  Technologies,

KWAZULU NATAL

Academy of Emergency Medical Training (AEMT), Action Training Academy, Africa Medical College of Emergency Care, KwaZulu Private Emergency Care Training Academy  (KPECTA), Meditrax Academy, Netcare 911 School of Emergency and Critical Care, Sharaj Training Services, St John Ambulance Foundation

NORTHERN CAPE

Northern Cape Emergency Medical Service Training College

EASTERN CAPE

Eastern Cape Ambulance Training College (ECATC), Goodsam Training, Mary Grace Ambulance Academy, The Academy of Dynamic Emergency Training

WESTERN CAPE

Ambutek, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), Provincial Government of the Western Cape College of Emergency Care (PGWC), St John Ambulance Training Centre

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Paramedic or Fire Fighter

Is becoming an Ambulance Worker the right career choice for me?

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What is an Ballistic Expert?

• What is Ballistics?
• The study of the effects of a gun being fired, the marks on the bullet or cartride, the angle, the penetration, etc 

Ballistic experts are responsible for the processing of crime scenes for ballistic related evidence; examining firearms and tool marks.
 
Every firearm has its own particular characteristics which are carried over onto the cartridge case and the bullet during the firing process.

Etching processes are applied to restore serial numbers/ marks which have obliterated on firearms.

Ballistics Experts also perform individualization of firearms, investigation of mechanism and tool marks.

He/she perform internal, external and terminal ballistic examinations and examination of the effects which propellant particles have on a target.

He/she attends to post mortem examinations, prepares documentation of the outcome of the ballistic examination and presentation of expert evidence in court.

Ballistics Experts also maintain a computer database on cartridges and bullets and conduct research in the field of ballistic related issues.

What does a Ballistic Expert do?

• examines firearms, amunitions (bullets) and tool marks
• examines the angle from where the gun was fired
• performs experiments with the ballistic evidence
• recreates crime scenes with regard the ballistics
• writes reports
• appears as an expert witness in court

Are you … ?

• interested in crime?
• detail orientated?
• a person with good vision?
• methodical?
• analytical?
• organised?
• determined?

How do I become a Ballistic Expert?

What are the minimum requirements to become a Ballistic Expert?

 Suitable members of the South African Police Service are recruited for this unit. A qualification in Mechanical engineering, metallurgy, criminology, anthropology, armourer, forensic science/ investigation are recommended. 

Training:

 Individuals undergo 3 years in- house training and specialized training in the field of Forensic science.

Where can you be stationed?

 Ballistic Experts are stationed at the Forensic Science Laboratories of South African Police Service: Detective Services.

Information supplied by SAPS. 

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Police Diver or Chemical Pathologist

Is becoming a Ballistic Expert the right career choice for me?

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What is a Paramedic? 

Thousands of lives are saved by Paramedics every year! 

A qualified Paramedic is the person who gives pre-hospital emergency medical (life support) care to patients.

They are usually the first ‘medical’ person to arrive at an emergency situation like an accident, fire, terrorist attack etc.

They have to be quick, responsible and be able to handle very stressful situation.

This job is not for the faint-hearted.  It takes guts and dedication, but it can be extremely exciting and rewarding.

What does a Paramedic do?

• responds to emergency situations
• assesses the scene and prioritises who needs medical assistance in order of most serious to less serious
• takes vital signs of patients for example blood pressure
• tries to stabilise patient/s
• applies emergency bandaging, splints and dressings where necessary
• administers other treatments: drips, injections, defibrillation (shocks to the heart), etc
• gets patients ready for transportation to hospital
• accompanies patients in ambulance
• drives the ambulance or other emergency response vehicles
• informs doctors at the hospital on the patient/s injuries or symptoms
• writes reports and case notes

Are you . . . ?

• interested in medical care?
• people orientated?
• patient?
• responsible?
• able to deal with extremely stressful situations?
• able to think on your feet?
• thorough?
• dedicated?
• willing to work unusual hours?
• emotionally strong?

How do I become a Paramedic?

• Please note that the BAA course is to be discontinued by the HPCSA in the future.
  
• Please note that employment as a BAA remains your responsibility and employment positions are limited.

SUGGESTION:

Before you study to become a Paramedic – You might think of volunteering for the EMS (Emergency Medical Services) to get a feel and some real-life experience in this environment.

If you live in the Western Cape: CLICK HERE. The Paramedics will train you in first aid so you can travel with them to emergency situations and help out.

There are 3 ways to become a Paramedic:

Path 1

The Emergency Care Technician (ECT) Programme:

2 Year, full time programme. Students graduate with a National Certificate in Emergency Care (EMC) at NQF Level 5.

Qualified candidates will be able to practice at Advanced Life Support (ALS) level with a few restrictions. This Certificate will also allow for a direct entry into the Bachelors Degree.

Minimum requirements:  

Grade 12 + good communication skills

Path 2

 Bachelor of Technology Degree (4 years) at a tertiary institution that offers this course.

Qualification will allow candidate to practice as an Advanced Life Support (ALS) Paramedic. You must be registered with the HPCSA: Health Professions Council of South Africa.

• CAPE PENINSULA UNIVERSITY of TECHNOLOGY

Now offers a BTech degree (4 years) in Emergency Medical Care

CLICK HERE

Path 3

Netcare 911 has a state of the art School of Emergency & Critical Care (SECC). Various courses and qualifications are run here.

• (A) Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA) – 5 week course.
• (B) Ambulance Emergency Assistant (AEA) – 3 month course.
• (C) Critical Care Assistant (CCA) – 1 year, full time programme.

• NETCARE 911

• ER24 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE

• HPCSA: Health Professions Council of South Africa

http://www.hpcsa.co.za/
 

Paramedics are employed by public and private ambulance services and hospitals.

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Occupational Therapist or Medical Doctor

Is becoming a Paramedic the right career choice for me?

Other names for Police Officer:

• Bomb Squad Officer
• Constable (SAPS)
• Crime Scene Coordinator / Officer
• Crime Services Manager
• Gang Intelligence Officer
• Incident Response Constable
• Inquests Constable / Officer
• Metro Police Officer
• Motor Vehicle Crime Coordinator
• Mounted Police Officer
• Neighbourhood Support Coordinator
• Police Community Officer
• Police Dog Training Instructor
• Police Patrolman / Woman
• Police Station Control Manager
• Police Station Sergeant
• Police Surveillance Officer
• Prosecutions Constable / Officer / Sergeant
• Relief Sergeant
• Rural Sergeant
• Search and Rescue Officer
• Services Desk Officer / Public Reception Constable
• Tactical Response Group Officer
• Threat Assessment Officer

What is a Police Officer (non-commissioned)?

A Police Officer (non-commissioned) makes sure that the public live within in the law. They enforce the laws of the country. They investigate crime and arrest criminals.

What does a Police Officer (non-commissioned) do?

• maintains order
• enforces the law
• investigates crimes
• patrols public areas and communities
• arrests criminals

Are you … ?

• interested in crime, law and order?
• emotionally strong?
• able to see and deal with violent crime scenes?
• confident?
• a person with an eye for detail?
• a team player?

How do I become a Police Officer (non-commissioned)?

• You must be a SA citizen
• You must be medically fit

Path 1

• Complete your Matric

Path 2

• 2 year Learnership with SA Police Service

Path 3

• As you work with the SAPS you will collect more training and skills.

The order of police ranks or Police Officers (Non-commissioned) are:

1.    Constable
2.    Sergeant
3.    Warrant Officer

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Commissioned Police Officer or Paramedic

Is becoming a Police Officer (non-commissioned) the right career choice for me?

Other names for Security Officer:

• Beach Patrol Officer / Beach Guard
• Bodyguard
• Coastguard
• Guard
• Mobile Patrol Officer
• Patrolman
• Railway Patrol Officer
• Security Guard
• Security Safety and Emergency Services Manager
• Security Services Coordinator
• Watchman

What is a Security Officer?

A Security Officer makes sure that industrial, residential or commercial property, railways, stations and other facilities are safe at all times.

What does a Security Officer do?

• patrols premises and guards property
• checks doors and windows
• watches monitors and CCTV
• responds to alarms
• investigates disturbances
• performs security checks of passengers and baggage
• works shifts

Are you … ?

• disciplined?
• cool under pressure?
• a person with strong moral values?
• observant?
• cool under stress?
• a quick thinker in serious situations?
• confident?
• a team player?

How do I become a Security Officer?

You will need a minimum Grade 11

Path 1

• In-service training with security company

Path 2

• Learnership – Specialist Security Practices Level 4

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER:  Paramedic or Fire Fighter

Is becoming a Security Officer the right career choice for me?

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Practitioner

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OFO No: 541201

What is a Traffic Officer?

Traffic Officers have the important responsibility of ensuring the safety of our roads. Traffic Officers enforce road rules for both drivers and pedestrians to prevent accidents and deaths from occurring. The main goal of a Traffic Officer’s tasks is to save lives whilst ensuring a safe and free flow of traffic.

What does a Traffic Officer do?

• patrols roads by car, motorcycles, or on foot
• uses speed-measuring devices to enforce the speed limit
• identifies signs of a drunk driver, tests them and determines if an offence has been committed
• issues fines
• inspects vehicles for road worthiness
• checks vehicles for valid registration and outstanding fines
• monitors cellphone usage by drivers
  

Are you . . . ?

• responsible?
• a good driver?
• able to work with people with difficult personalities?
• someone with a strong sense of duty to uphold the law?
• honest and trustworthy?
• a team player
  

How do I become a Traffic Officer?

You will need a matric and to be deemed medically fit.

Step 1

• Complete your matric
• Pass your driver’s tests (have a driver’s license – manual transmission)
• Pass a medical fit assessment
• Have a clean criminal record
• 35 years old or younger

Step 2

• Apply for training at a Traffic College

COLLEGES AND ACADEMIES:

• Limpopo Traffic Training College, Polokwane – Limpopo, 015 967 0467
• Boekenhoutkloof Traffic Training College, Pretoria – Gauteng, 083 676 5133
• Kwazulu Natal Traffic Training College, Pietermaritzburg – KZN, 033 394 0202
• Lengau Traffic Training College, Bloemfontein – Free State, 051 409 0444
• Mangaung Traffic Training College, Bloemfontein – Free State, 051 412 8100
• Gene Louw Traffic Training College, Cape – Western Cape, 021 983 1501
• Durban Metro Police Traffic Training College, Durban – KZN, 031 701 0462
• Johannesburg Metro Police Dept Academy, Johannesburg – Gauteng, 011 429 5010
• Tshwane Metro Police Dept Academy, Pretoria – Gauteng, 012 358 0005
• Ekurhuleni Metro Police Dept Academy, Springs – Gauteng, 011 812 8700
• Port Elizabeth Traffic Training College, Port Elizabeth – Eastern Cape, 041 390 4501
• Matjhabeng Traffic Training College, Welkom – Free State, 051 876 2224

Step 3

• Certificate in Road Traffic Law Enforcement NQF Level 4

Step 4

• Diploma in Traffic Policing
• Advanced Diploma in Traffic Policing

Step 5

Tshwane University of Technology

• National Diploma in Traffic Safety Management
• Bachelor of Technology in Traffic Safety Management

• Web Address : http://www.tut.ac.za
• Email : general@tut.ac.za
• Telephone : 086 110 2421

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Ambulance Worker and Bodyguard

Is becoming a Traffic Officer the right career choice for me?

OFO No: 311901

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What is a Forensic Technician?

A Forensic Technician may also be called a criminalist.

They specialise in collecting physical evidence from crime scenes.

Forensic Technicians work alongside forensic scientists in a laboratory. 

What does a Forensic Technician do?

• collects physical samples from crime scenes
• follows strict rules and regulations
• performs experiments in laboratory on the samples
• analyses experiments and data
• determines what happened at the crime scene
• prove or disprove a suspect was at the crime scene
• writes reports
• helps police and other legal professionals
• appears in court if necessary as an expert witness

Are you . . . ?

• interested in crime scenes?
• interested in science?
• observant?
• detail orientated?
• a person with a strong stomach? (some crime scenes can be extremely traumatising)
• reliable?
• responsible?
• inquisitive?

How do I become a Forensic Technician?

There are many ways to becoming a Forensic Technician.

PATH 1

• Learnership: NQF Level 5 – Forensic Science

PATH 2

• National Certificate in Forensic Biology

PATH 3

• National Diploma in Forensic Pathology Support

OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Forensic Analyst or Toxicologist

Is becoming a Forensic Technician the right career choice for me?