Paramedics

Community paramedics are employed by a single General Practice or by a Primary Care Network (PCN) – they can work at a variety of levels depending on experience and education.

This role involves collaborating and supporting community healthcare services and GPs. Paramedics provide exceptional care to patients, often with long-term medical conditions. Often Paramedics work independently to deliver treatment to patients with complex medical and social issues. They also support patients in self-managing their care and treatment.   

Training Requirements

To become a community paramedic you must become a qualified paramedic. You will need to complete an approved full time degree in paramedic science or an apprenticeship degree. Upon completion you can register as a Health and Care Professions council and become a qualified paramedic.  You’ll also need to have a full, manual driving licence.

Community paramedics or paramedic in primary care training can begin following 3-5 years experience – further information on the training can be found here.


The College of Paramedics has the latest information of how to become a paramedic.

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