ParaPass for Ambulance Trusts

ParaPass for Ambulance Trusts 

19th April 2023 

ParaPass is a CPD platform packed with case studies, quizzes and videos to help paramedics continue their learning on the move. It is available as an iOS app, Android app and as a website at www.parapassweb.co.uk. All the English Ambulance Trusts have subscribed to ParaPass for their registered paramedics. 

Class has developed the ability for Ambulance Trusts to add their own, Trust-specific learning and education onto the app. Some examples of Trust-specific CPD are available in this video: 

What content can I add for my Trust? 

  • Multiple choice quizzes – these could be based on a clinical topic of your choice. If you wish, we can link the quizzes to your Trust standard operating procedures on the JRCALC Plus app. 
  • Case studies – an example of this could be learning from a Serious Incident. To upload a case scenario to the app, we would ask you to send us a Word document or PDF containing the case scenario, along with at least one quiz question based on the scenario. 
  • Videos – we can display webinars, training sessions or kit instruction videos on the app. ParaPass uses Vimeo to display our videos. To add these, please send us the video file, which we can upload or a link to your video on Vimeo. 
  • Podcasts – we would ask you to send us the audio file and we can upload this. Alternatively, you can send us a link to the podcast platform, e.g. Spotify. 

What are the benefits of adding Trust educational material onto ParaPass? 

The ParaPass app works offline and is the ideal tool for busy clinicians who want to undertake quick CPD. In addition, we have the option to provide reporting for Trusts on how many clinicians have undertaken a piece of learning. There are deep links between JRCALC Plus and ParaPass, providing assurance that guidelines have been read and understood. 

All ParaPass modules provide certificates, so paramedics can evidence their CPD. 

How do I add content onto ParaPass for my Trust? 

Class editorial team look after all the content uploading for you. To add content to ParaPass, please contact our Editorial Assistant, Najiyah Begum: najiyah.begum@class.co.uk. Naj will be pleased to help you. All your content will be added to a preview site for you to review before publication – nothing will be released without your approval of the app preview. 

Is there any cost to adding Trust content onto ParaPass? 

If your Ambulance Trust subscribes to ParaPass, which the majority do, all content is included and there is no additional cost. 

Are you planning any developments to ParaPass in the future? 

Yes. ParaPass is being continually improved. Later in 2023, we plan to launch the ParaFolio associated resource. This will be a portfolio for paramedics where they can track their HCPC standards for CPD. Initial designs of ParaFolio are here. We are in the beta phase of this project and would welcome feedback on how it can be adapted for the benefit of clinicians. 

Can you organise a demo of ParaPass for me? 

Certainly. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you would like any further information. 

Emma Milman, Chief Product Officer: emma.milman@class.co.uk, 07464542893 

Shanon Rademacher, Senior Digital Editor: shanon.rademacher@class.co.uk, 07436074047 

Najiyah Begum, Editorial Assistant: najiyah.begum@class.co.uk, 01278 427800 

How do I access ParaPass? 

You can log in to ParaPass using your Trust email address and the same password you have for JRCALC Plus. If you need a password reminder, you can reset your password here. The English Ambulance Trusts have subscriptions to ParaPass so you should be able to log in with your Trust email address. If you experience any problems logging in, please contact our customer support department at apps@class.co.uk. The team will be delighted to help you. We can give all members of Trust education and quality improvement departments free temporary access to ParaPass, even if you do not have a subscription, so do contact us.