Studying to become a Paramedic

A Paramedic kneels between two ambulance vehicles

To train to become a Paramedic you must complete a BSc in Paramedic Science at an appropriate university.  Currently within Scotland the following universities provide paramedic degree programmes: 

Robert Gordon University  

University of Stirling 

Queen Margaret University

Glasgow Caledonian University

University of the West of Scotland 

On successful completion of your paramedic programme you will be eligible to apply to register with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) as a Paramedic.