Studying our Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) course will equip you with the in-depth knowledge, competencies and clinical skills to become an autonomous paramedic practitioner. In introductory areas of study, you will be introduced to key aspects of paramedic practice focused on developing your assessment and diagnostic skills alongside your professional practice in our Fundamental Skills of Paramedic Science unit. Paired with our unit in Health Science for Paramedic Practice, you will explore knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biopsychosocial theories related to health and wellbeing to understand the factors that affect patient health. One essential skill you will need to save lives as a paramedic is through administering drugs and medication. In an Introduction to Applied Pharmacology for Paramedic Science, you will examine the principles of pharmacology and learn to safely administer medicines according to professional standards and legislation. Aside from the theoretical knowledge covered in your first year, you will also be supported in establishing your professional practice in our Professional Values and Relationships unit. Here, you will be introduced to the professional values in paramedic practice and how this can influence your working relationships with patients and colleagues.

In your second year, you will move on to discover more advanced skills in the paramedic sciences such as the Assessment & Management of Urgent and Emergency Care Across the Lifespan. This unit will train you to assess and manage urgent and emergency conditions using the emergency paramedic skills with the assessment and management of chronic disease or injury. In more specialised areas, you will also be introduced to Obstetric and Neonatal Care for Paramedics that will build your knowledge and skills in antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal assessment to practice care for newborn babies and their mothers. Similarly, you will be trained to conduct paediatric assessment, refer to appropriate care and treat infants and children in emergency situations in our Emergency Care of Paediatrics for Paramedics while developing the positive attitudes and professionalism towards emergency paediatric care.

Furthermore, you will also consider the mental health needs of your patients in emergency situations in our Mental Health Care for Paramedics unit. This will allow you to provide person-centred and holistic care for people accessing mental health services while developing your ability to communicate effectively with other health and emergency services to support patients. In addition, Trauma Management in Paramedic Practice will equip you with the knowledge and skills to assess and manage care for patients across non-critical, critical and complex situations that may escalate or involve a high degree of risk. You will continue to develop your professional skills in Leadership and Team Working for Paramedic Practice that will introduce you to tools, strategies and scenarios to develop your leadership abilities and promote effective teamwork.

As you build on your paramedic skills in your final year, The Critically Unwell Person will teach you to assess, manage and stabilise care for patients with critical and life-threatening conditions. On the opposite end, you will be equipped with the skills to manage people with Minor Illnesses and Injuries. This is just as important as treating more serious conditions, as you will facilitate the early detection of symptoms to prevent worsening disease or injury. In some cases, your reassurance to a patient with relatively mild symptoms will help to relieve their anxieties and therefore their experience of injury or illness. With a critical approach, you will analyse and suggest improvements to practice in an effort to enhance quality through working on a project in our Quality and Safety in Paramedic Practice unit. To prepare you for your career, Transition to Professional Practice for Paramedics will support you to make the transition from a student to a registered paramedic practitioner by preparing you for employment with a CV or practicing interview techniques.