BSc Paramedic Science drafted draft

Program Overview

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Our BSc Paramedic Science degree will teach you the full scope of Paramedic Science practice so you meet the requirements to become a registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)Our course will provide you with the necessary skills and competencies to deliver out-of-hospital care, in a range of health settings, as a member of an integrated health and social care team. We are experts in paramedic education and recognised internationally for our research into out-of-hospital care.The BSc Paramedic Science degree will be delivered by experts from across the health professions and you will have the opportunity to learn with other health care professionals, reflecting the reality of working as a paramedic as part of a wider health care team. You will undertake a range of placements in health and social care settings and with the Scottish Ambulance Service.Paramedic placement opportunities will be across Forth Valley, Fife and Tayside.

Program Outline

Modules

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Year one semester one

Compulsory modules

Paramedic Practice 1

Integrated Anatomy & Physiology for Health

Self, Relationships and Healthcare

Developing Fundamental Clinical Skills

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Year one semester two

Compulsory modules

Paramedic Practice 2

Promoting Mental Health and Resilience

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Year two semester one

Compulsory modules

Paramedic Practice 3

Introduction to Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis and Decision Making

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Year two semester two

Compulsory modules

Maternity and Paediatric Care in Paramedic Practice

Serious Illness, Injury and Physical Trauma

Paramedic Practice 4

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Year three semester one

Compulsory modules

Paramedic Practice 5

Effective Interagency Working for Vulnerable Groups

Clinical Leadership and Management

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Year three semester two

Compulsory modules

Enhanced Assessment and Decision Making

Paramedic Practice 6