Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I apply to become a volunteer?
  • What are the requirements to become an operational volunteer?
  • I live in metropolitan Adelaide. Can I volunteer at SAAS?
  • Where is my closest volunteer ambulance station?
  • I want to be a paramedic. Will I have more of a chance of getting a job at SA Ambulance Service if I have been a volunteer ambulance officer?
  • I already volunteer for my local Country Fire Service brigade. Can I also be a volunteer at SA Ambulance Service?
  • I hold a visa that allows me to live/study/work in Australia. Can I volunteer at SAAS?
  • Do I have to pay for my ambulance training?
  • I do not have a full driver’s licence. Can I still be an operational ambulance volunteer?
  • I don’t want to be an operational ambulance volunteer, but I still want to help. Are there any roles for me?
  • I don’t live in South Australia. Can I study your courses?
  • I don’t have any experience in the medical field. Can I still apply?
  • How can I get more information about becoming a volunteer?
  • What age do you need to be to become a volunteer?
  • Can I still be a volunteer if I work full time?
  • What time commitment is required to maintain your operational ambulance volunteer status?
  • Can I receive recognition of prior learning (RPL) for any part of the training?
  • Can I apply any time, or do I need to wait until you are advertising?
  • How will the training be conducted?
  • Can I become a volunteer if I have diabetes, asthma or other medical condition?
  • How close do I have to live to a town to volunteer in that team?
  • I am already a health care professional (i.e. Registered Nurse) or have completed HLT41115 Certificate IV in Health Care with another RTO. Do I have to do the same training/pathway as someone who has no previously healthcare experience?