About
Dr David Long is a Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Science at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ), affiliated with the School of Health and Medical Sciences and the Centre for Health Research. With nearly 30 years in health and human services, he transitioned to paramedicine in the late 1990s, specializing in Intensive Care and Extended Care. He holds a PhD from QUT (2017), focusing on paramedic transition to community paramedicine roles, and a Master of Education emphasizing First Year Experience pedagogy.
**Education:**
- PhD in Paramedicine (QUT)
- MEducation (Leadership) (QUT)
- GCertAcadPrac (QUT)
- BHlthSc (Pre-Hosp Care) (Charles Sturt)
- BEd (ACU)
**Research Interests:** Focuses on community paramedicine, primary care, patient safety, simulation-based training, and qualitative research methodologies. Also explores curriculum development and pedagogy in higher education, particularly the First Year Experience framework.
**Awards & Affiliations:**
- Fellow of the Australasian College of Paramedicine
- Fellow of Advance HE
- Associate Editor of the Paramedicine Journal
**Teaching & Grants:** Teaches modules like Evidence-based Practice, Public Health, and Clinical Placement. Active in advancing paramedicine education and clinical transition programs. No specific grants listed in provided text.
**Labs/Teams:** Core member of the Centre for Health Research at USQ, contributing to interdisciplinary health studies.
