Devon EMS - Young Persons Development Programme
		INTRODUCTION At Devon EMS we beleive that young people are a very important resource and are in the process of introducing our Young Persons Development Programme. It is our aim to introduce the programme into schools, youth clubs etc  within the South Devon Area via our 3hr Young Responders Course, which teaches essential first aid skills to the 14yr plus group. The programme is to be divided into two  integrated phases.
						AIMS The Young Persons Development Programme is what the name suggests, it is not a youth group or youth organisation attached to Devon EMS. It is a structured  programme for young people with an interest in first aid related activities  or a career in healthcare. You will not only learn clinical skills but also develop your inter-personal and communication skills and learn how to become an effective team player.
INTEGRATED PHASES Phase 1a - Is the educational phase the starting point being our Young Responders Course  which young people can take at the from the  age of 14yrs Phase 1b - Is part educational and part vocational, and can commence when the young person reaches the age of 16yrs, in addition to learning first aid the individual will have the opportunity to learn radio communication skills, and attend duties as an observer, however may undertake non-clinical activities. Phase 2 - Vocational Phase At the age of 17yrs the young person may move onto the 2nd phase, it is during this period that the Emergency First Aid Course or First Aid at Work Course may be undertaken [the later may require funding]. In addition courses in Intermediate Life Support and other training leading onto competence as a Devon EMS Emergency Care Provider. Within this phase the young person will become a uniformed Devon EMS member, undertaking operational duties under the supervision of their mentor. Enrolment Whilst undertaking the Young Persons Responders Course is open to any young person, moving onto phase 1b and 2 will require the young person to attend an interview as opportunities may be limited. For details e.mail services@devonems.org or tel 01803 315251.