Bethany Weeks

Lecturer in Paramedic Science

Email
b.weeks2@uos.ac.uk
School/Directorate
School of Health, Sciences and Society
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Bethany completed her BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science at the University of Suffolk, graduating with a First-Class degree in February 2020. Following graduation, she developed her professional practice as a Paramedic with the East of England Ambulance Service, gaining extensive experience across a wide range of emergency care presentations. During this time, Bethany completed her mentorship training and played an active role in supporting the education and development of student paramedics in clinical practice.

In October 2022, Bethany joined the University of Suffolk as a Guest Lecturer, supporting delivery across the BSc Paramedic Science programme alongside her clinical role. In January 2023, she was appointed as a Lecturer in Paramedic Science on a full-time basis and has now accrued three years’ experience in higher education teaching.

Bethany has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). She is currently studying for an MSc in Practice Development: Paramedic. Her academic and professional interests include clinical excellence, leadership development, simulation-based education, and student support.

Alongside her teaching role, Bethany is the Admissions Tutor for the BSc Paramedic Science programme and has recently taken on the role of Deputy Course Lead, contributing to programme leadership, curriculum development, and quality assurance. She remains a committed paramedic, with a strong focus on professional standards, clinical excellence, and the ongoing development of future practitioners.

Bethany continues to be actively involved in outreach work, engaging with schools and colleges and is passionate about delivering education that equips individuals with essential lifesaving skills.

Bethany is involved in the delivery and assessment of a wide range of modules across the BSc Paramedic Science programme. She is Module Lead for the Year 2 Patient Management: Priorities of Care 1, Patient Management: Priorities of Care 2, and the Year 3 Transition to Registered Paramedic Practice module. Bethany has completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) and is currently working towards an MSc in Practice Development: Paramedic.

Bethany has developed a broad range of professional experience within pre-hospital care as a Paramedic and established strong links with ambulance services and partner organisations. She continues to draw upon this clinical experience within her role as a lecturer to inform teaching, support student learning, and enhance the overall student experience.

Bethany is a Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), a member of the Royal College of Paramedics, and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).