Paramedic Practice (Top-up) (Distance Learning)

This course provides the opportunity for qualified paramedics to undertake a top-up degree through distance learning. It allows you to use your professional qualification and registration to APEL the first year of a degree programme. You will be required to undertake exercises where you will engage with the online materials in order to develop an understanding of advanced paramedic theories, as well as explore how these can impact on patient care.

• The course was developed in consultation with local employers and provides the opportunity for paramedics to gain a post-registration degree related to their own professional area.

• As this course is distance learning you are not required to attend the University and can study at a time that meets your own personal and professional commitments.

• You will be taught by experts in this field who have experience in supporting online learning.

• The modules on this course provide you with an opportunity to develop critical thinking skills in order to enhance your understanding of paramedic practice and be able to link this to evidence-based practice. They have been designed to assist the career enhancement, as they provide the opportunity to develop an understanding of and implement advanced paramedic theories.

• The analytical skills developed on the course are ideal for practitioners who what to undertake extended clinical roles, management positions and for those interested in further academic work or research.

The University has delivered top up degrees for several health professions for over 10 years. Practitioners who have completed the degree have employed the skills they developed on the course to enhance their careers. This course aims to prepare you for the next stage in your career and provides an opportunity for you to develop the academic skills required to develop your practice as well as implement changes.

Year 1
Developing an Understanding of Research Processes and Methods (Distance Learning)
Advancing Paramedic Practice (Distance Learning)

Year 2
Research-Based Project (Distance Learning)
Leadership and Management in Health Professional Practice (Distance Learning)

All our courses give you an overview of:
• contact time with your tutor
• time spent on independent study
• how you will be taught, assessed, and receive feedback

Take a look at the Teaching and Assessment information on our course page.