Charles Darwin University
1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
This Master's degree prepares experienced healthcare professionals to deliver safe clinical care in aeromedical retrieval settings. Combining online flexibility with intensive practical training, it covers retrieval principles from neonatal to adult care, logistics, and critical reflection on practice.
Applicants must hold a bachelor degree in Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, or Paramedicine and have at least two years of professional employment experience in their health profession. Current AHPRA registration is expected. Applicants with five years of appropriate professional experience in non-clinical aeromedical roles (such as logistics, engineering, or pilot roles) may be considered on a case-by-case basis. All applicants must provide a curriculum vitae for review by the Dean of the Medical School and Academic Lead. English language proficiency requirements must be met, with minimum IELTS 6.0 (no band below 6.0) for postgraduate study.
The 120-credit point course comprises six core units (60 CP) and specialist elective units (60 CP). Core units include: Fundamentals in Aeromedical Retrieval, Essential Skills in Adult and Obstetric Retrieval, Essential Skills in Neonatal and Paediatric Retrieval, Domestic and International Logistics, Human System Extremes, and Epidemiology. Specialist electives include Leading Safety and Quality Across a Diverse Workforce, AI in Healthcare, Diversity and Inclusion in Health, Indigenous Health, Health Systems Planning and Evaluation, Biostatistics, Global Health, Tropical Child Health, and Trauma Informed Practice. Students complete 4-day and 3-day on-campus simulation blocks in Darwin for core retrieval units.
Charles Darwin University is ranked #2 in Australia for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024) and top 5 for postgraduate teaching quality in health services and support. CDU is uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine, and international health issues. The university offers placements and research opportunities across the NT, Australia, and globally, with a people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment.
Graduates develop knowledge and skills to critically analyse aeromedical systems and contribute meaningfully to system improvement. The course positions graduates for senior clinical and administrative roles within aeromedical organisations. Career opportunities include aeromedical retrieval coordinator, clinical lead in aeromedical services, health system manager in emergency transport services, and roles in policy development for aeromedical retrieval systems at domestic and international levels.
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