Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) Course NZ
Advanced First Aid – Unit Standard 29321
- Course Price: $800 (incl. GST) per person
- Duration: 3-day PHEC workshop plus online learning module
- NZQA Unit Standard: 29321
Book a PHEC course designed in NZ for situations where ambulance and hospital care may be delayed. Our advanced training equips first aiders with advanced emergency skills for remote, rural, and high-risk environments across New Zealand.
This 3-day PHEC course provides advanced knowledge and practical capability to deliver a high level of care when help is hours away rather than minutes. Recognised by outdoor education providers, adventure tourism operators, and conservation teams, this course prepares you to confidently manage emergencies in isolated environments before handing patients over to ambulance or rescue services.
Ideal for outdoor instructors, tramping and alpine club members, marine crews, rural responders, and first aiders who require advanced emergency training beyond standard first aid.
Our blended learning approach combines structured online modules with intensive, hands-on classroom training. Learn at your own pace before attending the 3-day workshop to ensure you arrive prepared.
Students receive a comprehensive Advanced First Aid Manual aligned with New Zealand Resuscitation Council guidelines.
Over three intensive days, you will explore emergency care theory in an interactive setting, then apply that knowledge in more than 15 realistic scenarios designed to challenge and sharpen your decision-making under pressure.
This course is designed to build advanced Pre-Hospital Emergency Care capability for situations where ambulance response may be delayed. Over three intensive days, you will develop the knowledge, equipment familiarity and practical skills required to manage emergencies in remote or high-risk environments.
You will cover:
- Scene assessment
- Primary survey
- Secondary survey
- Vital signs
- Resuscitation
- Defibrillation
- Airway Management
- Oxygen Administration
- Levels of Consciousness
- Injuries / Trauma
- Environment – hypothermia & hyperthermia
- Illnesses / Medical conditions
- Moving patients
- Rescuer stress
- Documentation & patient handover
Training includes scenario-based simulations designed to reflect real-world emergencies in isolated or delayed-response settings.
NZQA Unit Standard 29321
Provide basic emergency care (Level 3, 14 credits)
This PHEC course NZ aligns with NZQA Unit Standard 29321. Upon successful completion, learners may have credits reported to NZQA.
To have your credits logged, please provide your NZQA number or NSN and your date of birth to your MediTrain instructor.
To enrol in this PHEC course NZ, participants must hold a current first aid certificate (less than 2 years old) that includes NZQA unit standards 6402, 6401 and 6400.
These standards are typically covered in comprehensive workplace first aid training. If you are unsure whether your certificate meets the prerequisite requirements, please contact us before booking.
What is a PHEC course?
A PHEC course, or Pre-Hospital Emergency Care course, is advanced emergency training designed for situations where ambulance response may be delayed. It focuses on prolonged patient care, airway management, oxygen administration, and managing emergencies in remote or high-risk environments.
Is this PHEC course NZQA accredited?
Yes. This course aligns with NZQA Unit Standard 29321 (Provide basic emergency care – Level 3, 14 credits). Credits can be reported to NZQA upon successful completion.
How is this different from standard first aid?
Standard first aid focuses on immediate response until ambulance arrival. This PHEC course NZ prepares you for extended care situations where help may be hours away rather than minutes.
Who typically completes a PHEC course in NZ?
Outdoor instructors, adventure tourism operators, marine crews, rural workers, conservation teams, and professionals operating in isolated environments commonly undertake this training.
How long is the PHEC course?
The course includes 4 hours of online self-study followed by a 3-day in-person workshop with scenario-based practical training.
Is there a refresher option available?
Yes. Refresher training is available for those who need to renew their Pre-Hospital Emergency Care certification.
Can we book private PHEC training for our team?
Yes. Onsite PHEC training can be arranged nationwide for group bookings.
Why Choose Our Pre-Hospital Care Course?
Industry recognised qualification
This qualification is recognised by the Department of Conservation, outdoor education providers, Surf Lifesaving NZ and adventure tourism operators.
Specialised Advanced Training
Build confidence through realistic scenarios and hands-on practice in airway management, BVM ventilation, and adrenaline use.
Experienced Instructors
Delivered by highly experienced instructors with real-world first aid and emergency response expertise, focused on practical, effective learning.
Flexible Group Training Nationwide
For groups of 6 or more, we deliver training at your venue anywhere in New Zealand, with flexible delivery options to suit your schedule.
Recognised Certification
Receive an advanced First Aid Certificate in Pre-Hospital Emergency Care.
"Highly recommend, The instructor was energetic and engaging!"
- Angela
"Loved it!!!"
- Jen
"Awesome course loved! The instructor made it real and very easy to understand."
- Amy
"Excellent. Very well done. Great instructor."
- Sara
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Pre-Hospital Care Course Training Locations
Northland
Includes Whangarei, Kaikohe, Dargaville, Wellsford, Warkworth
Auckland
Includes Central Auckland, North Shore, West Auckland, South Auckland, Pukekohe
Waikato
Includes Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Cambridge, Morrinsville, Matamata, Thames, Raglan
Bay of Plenty
Includes Tauranga, Waihi, Katikati, Whakatane, Te Puke, Rotorua
Gisborne
Includes Gisborne, Tairāwhiti
Taranaki
Includes New Plymouth, Inglewood, Stratford, Hawera
Central Plateau
Includes Taihape, Waiuru, Turangi, Ohakune, Taupo
Manawatu
Includes Palmerston North, Hastings, Napier, Whanganui, Levin
Wellington
Includes Wellington, Lower Hut, Paraparaumu, Porirua, Upper Hut, Masterton
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