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.

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.

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

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

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

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

To obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area. Contact the admissions team for details.