How to become a paramedic
Responds to emergencies and treats patients before they reach hospital.
See all routes in WayWhatAfter GCSEs
- A-levels at sixth form Sixth form: a step towards the routes below
- Health T-level T-level: a step towards the routes below
- Health & Social Care (level 3 diploma) College course: a step towards the routes below
- Applied Science (level 3 diploma) College course: a step towards the routes below
After sixth form or college
Paramedic Science Degree
- With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education, Psychology. Typical: ABB–BCC.
- With a T-level: Needs Health T-level. Typical: Merit or above.
- With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Health & Social Care or BTEC Applied Science. Typical: DDM–DMM.