Tips for your paramedic science interview

I had no idea where to start when preparing for my paramedic science interview, so here’s some tips I wish I had! These will also be applicable to many other allied health professions courses.

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🚨NHS Values + 6Cs - Research these and try and link these values to personal experiences.

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🚑HCPC code of conduct - The HCPC is the regulatory body for paramedics and other allied health professions. It’s good to understand what is expected of you.

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🚨Understand the career - This may sound like an obvious one to some but as a paramedic you won’t always be responding to life-threatening calls. You can attend a wide range of patients in a day. Make sure you properly research the career prior to your interview.

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🚑Have an understanding of some latest topics of discussion in the field, upcoming research, challenges faced, etc.

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🚨Dress smartly - whether your interview is in person or online, it’s good to show the interviewer that you have made an effort.

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🚑Show your passion and know why you want to be a paramedic!

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🚨Reflect - Not everyone will have previous healthcare experience (and that’s okay!) Make sure to reflect on the experiences you have and how they will help you as a paramedic.

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🚑Be realistic about challenges - university can be a stressful time and you may be exposed to difficult experiences on placement. How will you cope with these and know when to seek help.