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This diploma is open to Doctors, Nurses and Paramedics who have evidence of 1 years experience in Pre Hospital Emergency Care. It is run by the Faculty of Pre-Hospital Care at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

The exam is held on one day three times a year. It is in two parts: A theory paper comprising questions on projected material, multiple-choice, short answers and a written incident scenario exercise; 2 vivas assessing core skills and a clinical incident scenario.

The diploma is a culmination of knowledge and skills learnt encompassing ALS, ATLS, MIMMS, PHEC, disaster relief and Pre Hospital Experience.

Major Andrew D Tredget
BSc, MB.BS, Dip IMC RCSEd, RAMC

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