B2B a learning experience for paramedic students at CSU

4 APRIL 2016

It's not just those on two wheels aiming for a personal best at the B2B (Blayney 2 Bathurst) Cycling Festival this weekend as Charles Sturt University (CSU) paramedic students put their training into action.The 85 students will be providing first aid and helping with traffic control at the two-day event as part of their Bachelor of Clinical Practice (Paramedic).Associate lecturer at CSU's School of Biomedical Sciences, Ms Amanda Hlushak said it's an important learning opportunity for the first-year students. "This kind of community service helps students improve communications skills, empathy and professionalism while gaining a greater understanding of cultural diversity," she said."This is the third year Charles Sturt University paramedic students have participated as volunteers at the B2B and we are thrilled to be able to contribute expertise and time in support of this important community event."The B2B Cycling Festival is a Cycling NSW sanctioned event, organised and promoted by the Bathurst Regional Council. It runs from Saturday 9 to Sunday 10 April. Proceeds are distributed to local charities with headspace Bathurst the major recipient.

Media Note:

Media note: Media are invited to get photos and interviews with CSU lecturer Ms Amanda Hlushak, paramedic students and the Bathurst Mayor Councillor Gary Rush at 10:30am on Wednesday 6 April at the clinical simulation centre, building 1455, off Research Station Drive, near car park 26 at CSU in Bathurst. Contact CSU Media.

Photo: CSU lecturer Ms Amanda Hlushak and paramedic students Ms Lana Plews and Ms Beith Williams meet the Mayor of Bathurst Councillor Councillor Gary Rush as they prepare to work at the B2B Cycling Festival.

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