Paramedic Science

Course Summary

The BSc Paramedic Science at Liverpool John Moores University gives you the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence required to become a registered paramedic. You will achieve the high standard expected of today’s health professionals, enabling you to work effectively at the frontline of patient care. - A wide range of quality placement opportunities - A programme delivered by HCPC registered paramedics - Supported in a multi professional learning environment - Excellent supervision and support in practice settings - Evidenced based education and learning

Course Details - Modules

Please visit the Liverpool John Moores University website for detailed module information.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Your marks and feedback will be available within 15 working days of submitting a piece of work. That’s because we believe that constructive feedback is vital in helping you identify your strengths as well as the areas where you may need to develop further.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: A900

Institution code: L51

Campus Name: Liverpool John Moores University

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

Minimum number of A Levels required: 2. Is general studies acceptable? Yes. AS Levels: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications, maximum of 20 points accepted. Average A Level offer: BBC.

International Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Additional information: 120 UCAS points required

Extended diploma (QCF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Extended diploma subjects / grades required: DMM in a relevant subject area is required if no other level 3 qualifications are taken

Irish Leaving Certificate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Grades / subjects required: 120 UCAS points from a minimum of 5 subjects FETAC acceptability: The following modules must be achieved at Distinction: Anatomy and Physiology, Human Growth and Development, Introduction to Nursing

Before they are approved for the programme, applicants will need both an Enhanced DBS and Occupational Health check. While the Occupational Health check is free of charge, applicants will need to cover the cost for the DBS check (£11). We are looking for evidence of understanding the wider context of the role, as Paramedic practice involves working individually and as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The aim is to provide care, treatment and support to people who have experienced unexpected health problems. We want applicants to demonstrate their understanding and commitment to the profession, who will provide excellent care and treatment. We also require evidence of relevant experience in the field of health care. This may have been paid employment, voluntary or personal experience, but we will expect you to be able to communicate specific details of these caring opportunities. Applicants should demonstrate a strong desire to continually develop and improve their skills as a student and ultimately as a registered paramedic. In addition, essential aspects are excellent communication skills, good time management skills, a willingness to work flexible shift patterns. Applicants should demonstrate an ability to balance and combine academic study, clinical work and family/social life. LJMU are able to offer direct entry to the second year of the programme under existing RP(E)L arrangement given the proven relevant experience and qualifications. Please note: Due to the volume of applications, amendments will not be accepted once an application has been submitted; therefore applicants are advised to make sure each section is completed correctly prior to submission. Failure to confirm you hold a full manual driving licence on your personal statement will result in your application being unsuccessful. What happens if you are shortlisted: If shortlisted, you will be invited to a selection process consisting of an individual interview Other information: If successful, in addition to any conditions, all offers will be subject to: Satisfactory Medical Clearance/Examination. We will contact you direct to undertake this. Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check We will contact you direct to undertake this and further information can be found at www.disclosure.gov.uk You must hold a full UK manual driving licence and provisional/full C1 entitlement. Please note: Due to COVID-19 and suspension of driving tests, the clause requiring a provisional or full licence at point of application has been waived for 2020 entry. In addition, applicants will have to follow Faculty procedures for declaring any convictions if successful after interview. We do accept RP(E)L dependant on case Important information about the programme: There is an expectation that you will fully prepare for employment with the ambulance service over the three years of the programme. You will be expected as part of the programme to complete a series of assessments involving moving and handling techniques. The assessments will be ongoing, in practice and within the university. This is necessary to ensure that you have sufficient physical ability to cope with extreme work demands as and when these occur. The assessment will minimise the health risks or injury known to exist within low fitness groups when regularly engaged in hard physical work. The university will offer support through theory and practice in terms of techniques, skills and equipment to be used.

Access to Higher Education Diploma acceptability: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications Further information: Access programme must be in a relevant subject area. Points can be gained from a combination of passes, merits and distinctions

Prior to application applicants must have obtained grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language, Mathematics and Science GCSE or an approved alternative qualification • Key Skills Level 2 • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills • Skills for Life Level 2 • Higher Diploma • Functional skills level 2 • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 All applicants are shortlisted based on qualifications (achieved and/or predicted) in the first instance. We will then check you have evidenced that you hold a full UK manual driving licence as part of your personal statement. If you meet the criteria in terms of qualifications and you have evidenced that you hold a full UK manual driving licence, we will then shortlist on the basis of your personal statement and reference. If you are invited to an interview you will need to produce your full manual driving licence. Following a successful interview you will need meet all the additional criteria above including evidence of holding a provisional C1 driving licence. Failure to confirm you hold a full manual driving licence on your personal statement will result in your application being unsuccessful. Failure to meet any of the conditions above will result in your application being unsuccessful. Please note: The full C1 element on your licence is required at the point of employment with an Ambulance Trust, C1 training is not part of the paramedic programme at the university. PLEASE NOTE: Due to COVID-19 and suspension of driving tests, the clause requiring a provisional or full licence at point of application has been waived for 2020 entry. We accept Certificate of Personal Effectiveness (CoPE) and Extended Project Stand Alone qualifications. We will also accept the new Cache Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care grade B or above, or in combination with other relevant qualifications. Due to the volume of applications, amendments will not be accepted once an application has been submitted; therefore applicants are advised to make sure each section is completed correctly prior to submission.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails

English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 91%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 72%

Go onto work and study: 96%

Fees and funding

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1

Additional Fee Information

All figures are subject to yearly increases. Tuition fees are subject to parliamentary approval. The above fees are for 2021/22. Fees for 2022/23 are to be provided.

Provider information

Egerton Court (Headquarters)
2 Rodney Street
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Liverpool
L1 2UA