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Mechanical ventilation and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) (also known as extracorporeal life support (ECLS)) are fundamental therapies for critical care clinicians.
This Professional Certificate provides a unique education package for clinicians who want to gain expert knowledge in these areas. The easily accessible and engaging online format, in conjunction with a 1 day face to face workshop, makes it ideal for any doctor, anywhere to excel in a critical care work environment. The teaching is provided by some of Australia’s leading critical care professionals and emphasises knowledge and applications for practical use in emergency medicine, anaesthesia, pre-hospital, retrieval medicine and intensive care.
Units of study:
Please see below under What you’ll study for unit of study details.
For academic requirements check the ‘Admission requirements’ section on this page.
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
Closing date
Semester 1 - 31 January of the commencing year
Semester 2 - 15 July of the commencing year
Semester 1 (March) Semester 2 (August)
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
Not available to international student visa holders. International students on other visas with study rights may apply.
Closing date
Semester 1 - 31 January of the commencing year
Semester 2 - 15 July of the commencing year
Semester 1 (March) Semester 2 (August)
Admission to the Sydney Professional Certificate in Intensive Care Medicine requires:
For more information about the University’s credit policy, please see the Credit for Previous Studies page.
After completing a Sydney Professional Certificate in Intensive Care Medicine you may progress on to the below courses if you meet requirements.
*Some critical care units of study are available as a non-degree course. If you are interested in completing a non-degree unit please contact pgmed.support@sydney.edu.au
