10 cp
Prerequisites Foundation Year Units or equivalent
Teaching Organisation 150 hours of focused learning.

This unit integrates principles of health science, exercise science and the biopsychosocial model of health to the well-being of the paramedic practitioner throughout the life span. Biomechanical principles will be related to manual handling and manutentioning in paramedic practice with the aim of personal injury risk minimisation. The spiritual and emotional health of the paramedic will also be explored.