Overview:
This course (residential recommended) at the ALS Training Centre Stafford is the first part of the development towards IHCD Technician standard. The course consists of 3 modules (D,E & F) and requires the student to complete theoretical and practical assessments set by the IHCD. Full qualification as an IHCD Ambulance Technician is dependent on satisfactory completion of a one year probationary period with an ambulance organisation providing operational duties for an NHS Ambulance Service Trust. This includes a work-based assessment programme, demonstrating competency in all key skills. Lifeskills Medical cannot guarantee after-course probationary placement, but will work with you to assist in such placement.

Entry requirements:
All applicants must be a minimum of 21 years of age, pass arranged health screening, and Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) checks. Additionally, applicants must have held a full UK manual driving licence for a minimum of 2 years, and hold a current UK driving licence.

Course includes:
In-depth anatomy and physiology covering: respiratory system, cardio vascular system, nervous system, digestive system, reproductive system, skeletal system, recognition and treatment of: respiratory injuries and diseases, cardiac injuries and diseases, nervous system injuries and diseases, digestive system injuries and diseases, skeletal system injuries and diseases, emergency childbirth, ambulance equipment, moving & handling, advanced life support, assisting the paramedic. An important part of Technician training involves developing the behaviour and attitudes required of a member of a uniformed, disciplined service and this is reflected in the high personal standards expected of students while resident at Lifeskills Medical Advanced Life Support Training Centre.