Chris Barrett

Biography

Since 2008 I have worked in a variety of healthcare settings including residential care and patient transport services, before joining West Midlands Ambulance Service as a registered paramedic. I studied with the University of Worcester, where I achieved a FDSc Health & Social Care, FDSc Paramedic Science and BSc (Hons) Health Sciences. As an operational paramedic, I was heavily involved in the mentorship of other clinical staff, supporting their education and development within an operational setting. I also fulfilled the role of Airway Lead for my locality. 

I became involved with teaching at university in 2019 and joined the University of Cumbria in 2022 as a Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Practice. 

I have a wide range of healthcare related interests, but a particular passion for biosciences, advanced life support, patient assessment, clinical skills, and holistic care for people living with dementia. 

I hope to enable and empower learners to reach their full potential, so we can all aid the development and diversification of the paramedic profession. 

Qualifications and memberships

BSc (Hons) Health Sciences  

FDSc Paramedic Science  

FDSc Health and Social Care  

MCPARA