What is PHECC registered paramedics?
The Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) maintains a statutory register of all pre-hospital emergency care practitioners who meet our standards. In order to have your name entered on the PHECC register of practitioners, you must hold a National Qualification in Emergency Medical Technology (NQEMT).
How do I become a paramedic in Ireland?
Complete Form A (testimony of training and education) and forward to your training institute for verification. Forward Form Form B to your professional employer for completion. Obtain and submit the certified copies of evidence outlined in the application form and guidelines. Complete and sign the application form.
When was PHECC founded?
2000
PHECC/Founded
PHECC was established in 2000 by the Minister for Health and Children by Statutory Instrument Number 109 (PHECC Establishment Order). PHECC’s responsibilities were extended by Statutory Instrument Number 575 of 2004 (PHECC Amendment Order) and The Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2007.
What is the name of the card developed to prepare responders prior to calling emergency services?
The RED card
The RED card has been developed by PHECC to help responders prepare prior to calling an ambulance. The card will also prompt appropriate information from An Garda Síochána and Fire Service personnel on-scene who require an emergency ambulance to attend.
What does Phecc stand for?
Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council
The Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council PHECC is an independent statutory agency with. responsibility for standards, education and training in the field of pre-hospital emergency. care. PHECC also maintain a statutory register of EMS practitioners.
Can you text 999 Ireland?
If you are in Ireland and are a victim of a crime or witness a crime, you should contact the Garda Síochana (Irish police force). The emergency services’ telephone number is 999 or 112. If you are deaf, hard of hearing or speech-impaired, you can report a crime by SMS text message on 112.
How do you get Phecc?
In order to be eligible to join the PHECC Register you must first hold an NQEMT (National Qualification in Emergency Medical Technology) at EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), Paramedic or Advanced Paramedic level (for Intern registration, please see separate section).
How long does it take to become a paramedic Ireland?
The course is two years in duration, involving classroom lectures, intense practical training, driving course, clinical and field placements, and a one year internship, and not to forget… exams!