FAQ

How do I find out when the next available course is?

The next available course can be found at the right hand side of this page, or click view all courses. Some courses are already full as they are booked by the host NHS Board for their staff.

Is there a cancellation list?

Yes there is a cancellation list. We would phone you if there was a space available in your region. Sometimes spaces come up at short notice, so the choice would be yours if we phoned you about this.

Is there a waiting list?

Yes there is a waiting list. For our centrally held waiting list, please fill in the enquiry form found on the courses page and state that you would like to be put on the waiting list and for which course. NHS Boards host courses for their staff, so we also have local contacts within NHS regions who hold local waiting lists too see "booking courses"

Funding?

Course fees vary depending on duration and location. BASICS Scotland advise on application forms

If I work outside Scotland will I get a course place?

BASICS Scotland receive support from NES to subsidise course places for those working in Scotland. Very rareky we can offer a cancellation place to those working outside Scotland. For this reason we would recommend that you contact BASICS UK for a course place.

Who the courses are aimed at?

Registered doctors, nurses and paramedics working in or with an interest in working in Immediate Medical Care in Scotland.

How much does it cost?

Eligible NHS employees in Scotland have their course fee subsidised by NES.
Courses run outwith NHS premises, day delegate rates average £250 -£300 and residential rates £450- £500 for a 3 day course. However, delegate rates vary depending on the venues so are costed individually. Courses that run in NHS premises work out much cheaper. If you want to find out rates for a particular course please contact courses@basics-scotland.org.uk

Do I need to complete a BASICS Course to get a Sandpiper Bag?

• Doctors can apply for a Sandpiper Bag once they complete an IMC Part 1 or a PHECC Course or have attended within the past four years. Nurses & Paramedics can apply for a Sandpiper Bag once they have completed a PHECC Course or have attended within the past four years.