CReD 

How can practice-based learning (PrBL) prepare pre-registration paramedic learners for the emerging diversity of practice in an environment of high demand and low capacity: An action research project

Aim: Co-create a curriculum framework for pre-registration paramedic practice-based-learning (PrBL) which empowers educators to utilise new ways of learning whilst maintaining professional relevance. Cycle 1 – Current Knowledge and Practice - Conduct a Scoping Review to synthesise literature evidence of PrBL practice in paramedic education - Determine current paramedic PrBL practice in the UK via a survey of pre-registration education providers. Cycle 2 – Curriculum Framework Development - Synthesise literature on curriculum frameworks and relevant educational theory to support creation of the Paramedic PrBL framework - Co-Create with relevant stakeholders a provisional curriculum framework for PrBL pre-registration paramedicine Cycle 3 – Evaluation and Implementation - Evaluate and refine curriculum framework with relevant stakeholders through a collaborative approach. - Seek addition to College of Paramedics Curriculum guidance via collaboration with the professional educational directorate.

PhD Thesis with several questions used to reach end point

Action Research

2022-01-31

2028-02-29

2022-01-31

Glasgow Caledonian University

Scotland

samantha.paterson@gcu.ac.uk

Samantha Paterson;