Paramedic Science - BSc (Hons)
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Bachelor's degree
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
3 Years
To be a modern paramedic, you must overcome challenges, show initiative and demonstrate critically adaptive thinking, excellent communication skills and medical knowledge as the first point of contact in care provision for patients in stressful situations.
Becoming a professional modern Paramedic you'll need to be able to think critically, react appropriately in challenging and stressful situations, have effective communication skills and also have the knowledge and skills to deliver health care across the life span. You need to be able to do all of this whilst demonstrating empathy and care towards your patients and ensure your values and professional behaviour meet those required of HCPC to become a modern paramedic.
You will also become an effective member of the Paramedic profession by developing your medical and healthcare knowledge as well as clinical decision making skills and focusing on high quality patient centred health care. This will prepare you with the many possible career opportunities for the modern paramedic across settings such as clinical practice, education or research settings.
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About this course
The BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science degree will develop your theoretical knowledge and practical skills within both the university and clinical practice environment. To be a paramedic you must be able to overcome challenges, show initiative and demonstrate critical thinking. This course will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to rise to these challenges, whilst developing your communication skills and knowledge.
All modules provide a balance between theory and practical application and provide the opportunity for you to reflect and apply context in clinical practice placements. This course is designed to be a catalyst for students to apply for registration with the HCPC and develop a successful career as a paramedic.
OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.
Five subjects at grade C/4 or above
Must include Mathematics, English language and Science subject
Level 2 equivalent qualifications (e.g. Functional Skills) are accepted
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application
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Subjects
- Paramedic
- Management
- Leadership
- Medical
- Trauma
- Medical training
- Obstetrics
- Bioscience
- Community
- Paramedic Science
- Developing Clinical
- Maternity
- Paediatric Care
Course programme
In order to complete this course, you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Introduction to Paramedic Practice
- Essential Biosciences for Healthcare Professionals
- The Professional Paramedic Student
- Individual Factors in Paramedic Practice
- Risk and Wellbeing in Paramedic Practice
In order to complete this course, you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Developing Paramedic Practice
- Evidence Based Practice
- Care Across the Lifespan
- Diverse Service User Groups
- Applied Pathophysiology
In order to complete this course, you must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Enhancing Paramedic Practice
- Independent Study
- Leadership and Management for the Paramedic
- Management of Unscheduled Care
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Paramedic Science - BSc (Hons)