The Open University

Turk_NJD_UK

double post, see

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=1187693

simpywimpy

I find the OU really good. The study materials are clear to follow and there are loads of online services and forums like this one for your particular course and of course a tutor at the end of a phone if you need them.

I've never heard of anyone feeling their degree was worth less than a standard uni one and I am sure it has the same weight to it - probably more so because of the committment it needs doing it on your own.

As you want to do paramedic, would you not be better considering an A level or something science wise?

Consider a level one course if you havent studied for a while. Level two is okay as well but level 3's are a lot more indepth and it's a big jump on some courses from a 1/2 to 3.

I don't know what the earnings limit is but the oU do offer grants towards the cost of study that might be worth looking into.

good luck with it all

Anglea

Have you considered a trial run just to see if it is what you really want to do and especially if you are up to it emotionally?

Have you heard of First Responders? You attend the same calls as ambulances but you get there first and assess the situation . I think St. John's Ambulance are involved in setting this up and will give you the info about training.