Paramedic

Paramedics are employed by a single General Practice or by a Primary Care Network (PCN). Paramedics work at a variety of levels ranging from trainee First Contact Practitioner (FCP), to qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner level (ACP). The training hub is able to support Paramedics, wherever they are in their career in primary care by providing access to information on funding, development and training to help enhance and embed core fundamentals and progress their career.

At the bottom of this page you will find courses currently available to paramedics but please do contact the training hub on hwetraininghub@nhs.net if you would like funding for a course not listed.

First contact practitioner pathway:

In April 2021 Health Education England (HEE) released the Paramedic Roadmap to Practice.

This details the First contact practitioner pathway for Paramedics in Primary care. All Paramedics moving into primary care will need to follow the roadmap pathway to prove capability and to assure patient safety. Completion of the FCP pathway is also contractually required for those Paramedics employed using the additional role reimbursement scheme (ARRS).

It is also expected that Paramedics already working in primary care who are not Advanced Clinical Practitioners will also complete the pathway as this may be asked for by CQC as evidence of clinician capability.

In order to gain FCP status the Paramedic must complete a portfolio and be signed off by a named FCP supervisor. The HEE website gives information about who is eligible to become an FCP supervisor and the current training dates available.  

Advanced Clinical Practice

Once registered as an FCP, Paramedics can choose to develop to Advanced Practitioner level.

There is funding available to complete an ACP masters see this link for more information.

The Multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England gives information about the 4 pillars of Advanced practice

Training and Development Opportunities:

For nurses, doctors and allied professionals working in a primary care setting who need to develop and enhance their head to toe assessment skills of a presenting child (not neonates).

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This CPD-accredited learning package is for people with experience of working with patients who have asthma; it is designed to update and refresh their knowledge and know how. 

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License for CDEP Courses - CDEP has five levels (as per the UK Diabetics Competency Framework.

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For all professionals who come into contact with children and young people with asthma.

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This course will enable the attendee to understand, recognise and use appropriate assessments as part of a systematic approach to improve the quality of assessment and outcomes of care for older people in acute or intermediate care settings.

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This CPD-accredited learning package is for people with experience of working with patients who have COPD; it is designed to update and refresh their knowledge and know how. 

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The Dementia Interpreter course will allow you to begin to learn the language of dementia, and truly understand how communication can change for people living with dementia.

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Develop safe practice in diagnostic and examination skills for ear care in an area that attracts a high level of litigation. Includes an hands on workshop in ear irrigation (syringing).

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ED2 builds on the core dermatology skills covered in Essential Dermatology 1 (ED1) by considering itch, skin presentations at specific sites, paediatrics and a review of inflammatory disorders.

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This is a comprehensive in-depth resource on frailty in older people.  It is aimed at health and social care professionals who provide care and services for older people living with frailty.

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Free suicide bereavement training provided by the academy at Harmless.

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The Hertfordshire and West Essex ICS Training Hub have set up a collaborative research forum. We are keen for all clinicians and/or practices to be part of this forum.

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This comprehensive program is tailored for experienced Practice Nurses, ANP’s, ENP’s, Paramedics, and Pharmacists who seek to enhance their proficiency in this vital area.

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This 2-Day Introduction to Asthma course is specifically designed for healthcare professionals in primary care settings.

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This comprehensive two-day course serves as an invaluable introduction to menopause care within the primary care setting. Understanding menopause,

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For the ECF 24/25, each practice must nominate a ‘Reducing Harm from Medicines’ Champion who will be required to attend 2 hours of training provided by PMOT on deprescribing/overprescribing/IMPACT tool.

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Level 3 Safeguarding Children training requirements.

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An online group to support young people (16 to 19 years old) living with type 1 diabetes

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Interactive online learning ‘ECHO’ networks for health and social care professionals who deliver end of life care to share knowledge on relevant topics, bringing together communities of practice with a shared goal. From Marie Curie.

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Training Newsletter for Autumn 2024, containing information on our new Anger course, website and our Mental Health First Aid 2 Day Course.

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The new Oliver McGowan training on Learning Disability and Autism is being rolled out across health and social care in Hertfordshire and west Essex.

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Please see below a list of Hospice's across Hertfordshire and West Essex which offer an education programme. Please use the links under each hospice to find out more.

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PrePITstop diabetes 3-day foundation course focusing on essential type 2 diabetes and prediabetes management in primary care.

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Monthly IPC and COVID guidance update webinars

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 We are pleased to share with you our Primary Care Mental Health update by Hertfordshire Talking Therapies.

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This 15-minute course aims to provide education and raise awareness of vulval cancer.

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Join our Dermatology Training Programme designed specifically for primary care clinicians.

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This Spirometry Interactive Blended Online Learning Package including ARTP assessment access course is designed for healthcare professionals who are responsible for performing, recording and interpreting spirometry in adults, or a combination of these.

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This is a whistle-stop tour through cardiovascular disease, including risk factors – hypertension and dyslipidaemia as well as lifestyle – coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, peripheral arterial disease, atrial fibrillation and heart failure.

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Course fee: Fully funded*, and only available for providers within the Herts & West Essex Integrated Care System

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This 2-day course is intended to give practitioners and introductory overview of several mental health conditions.

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ZSA's FREE online training courses teach you the skills and confidence to have a potentially life-saving conversation with someone you’re worried about.

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