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Interview topics and example questions

Interview topics	Example questions
Professional background and experience	When did you become involved in the ambulance service? What would you say are the main challenges you perceive to face in managing seizures?
Knowledge and understanding in relation to paramedic training	What are the current mechanisms for paramedic training? What are the mandatory postqualification training requirements? What training do paramedics receive on epilepsy and seizures?
Knowledge and understanding in relation to policy and practice	Do ambulance crew members within your trust have access to a seizure protocol? What kind of structure is in place around clinical decision-making?
Seizure CPD training	In your opinion, what key components should be included in a CPD training programme in this area? What would you say is the preferred format for CPD training on seizures? In your opinion, what impact do you think additional training would have on how ambulance staff manage seizures? What would be the local challenges in delivering CPD training on seizures?