A partnership between a University and the Isle of Man Ambulance Service has been hailed as ‘pioneering’ in providing opportunities for islanders.
Over the past couple of years, Wrexham University and IMAS have joined together on the institution’s Paramedic Science degree to combine on-campus teaching in North Wales with clinical placements in the Isle of Man.
Following another successful programme last year, a further four places are available for the next academic year at Wrexham University for student paramedics from the island.
Partnership
Priority for these placements will be given to any Manx students on the degree programme who wish to return home for this aspect of their tuition.
The partnership not only provides a strong clinical development opportunity for aspiring paramedics, but is also an important part of Manx Care’s drive to deliver more locally-based training opportunities for home-grown talent.
Will Bellamy, Head of Isle of Man Ambulance Service, said: “We are extremely pleased to once again collaborate with Wrexham University, allowing students to learn both on and off-island, experiencing two different demographics.”
Manx Students
He added: “This mutual agreement reinforces our commitment to providing opportunities closer to home for our Manx students.
“It is vital that we nurture and encourage our future paramedics, as they put the community at the heart of everything that they do.”
The University is also offering a discounted rate for its accommodation within student’s first year of study.
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