WMAS paramedic apprentice and daughter share Wolverhampton journey

A West Midlands Ambulance Service employee preparing to complete his Paramedic Science apprenticeship degree at the University of Wolverhampton will see his daughter begin her own university journey at the same institution this September.

Peter Healey is currently completing the Paramedic Science apprenticeship degree while working for West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS). After several years of academic study, clinical placements and professional development alongside his frontline role, he is now approaching the final stage of his degree, which he expects to complete in April 2027.

As Peter prepares to finish his own university journey, his daughter, Chloe Healey, is preparing to begin hers. Chloe will join the University of Wolverhampton in September 2026 to study Forensic Science through a four‑year route, starting with a foundation year before progressing to the degree programme.

Her decision to attend the same university as her father has created a unique family connection, with Peter nearing the end of his studies just as Chloe begins hers.

For Peter, seeing Chloe choose the University of Wolverhampton makes completing his own degree particularly meaningful.

“I’m extremely proud of Chloe and excited to see her start her university journey. I know from my own experience that university can be challenging, particularly when you are balancing study with other commitments, but it is also an incredible opportunity to learn, develop and discover what you are capable of.

“It will be quite special knowing that while I’m approaching the end of my degree, Chloe will be starting hers at the same university. I’ll certainly be there if she needs any advice, although I suspect she may quickly become the expert in her own field!”

Peter’s apprenticeship degree has involved balancing academic commitments with his employment at WMAS, developing clinical knowledge and practical skills alongside research, leadership, evidence‑based practice and professional development. Studying while working in the ambulance service has allowed him to connect academic learning with real‑world clinical practice.

As he approaches the completion of his studies in April 2027, Peter is looking forward to continuing his career with WMAS and putting the knowledge and skills gained during his degree into practice.

Meanwhile, Chloe will begin her own four‑year academic journey, starting with a foundation year before progressing onto her Forensic Science degree. Although their chosen subjects are very different, both require scientific knowledge, critical thinking, evidence‑based decision‑making and the ability to apply learning to real‑world situations.

Chloe’s interest in Forensic Science will take her into a field involving the examination and analysis of evidence and the application of scientific principles to criminal investigations and the justice system.

For the Healey family, September 2026 will mark the beginning of an unusual university chapter: one family member approaching the final year of his degree and working towards becoming a qualified paramedic, while the other takes her first steps into higher education.

Peter added:

“University has become a really important part of my life over the last few years. It has been hard work, particularly alongside working for the ambulance service, but I’m proud of how far I’ve come.

“To see Chloe starting her own journey at the same university makes it even more special. We’ll be studying completely different subjects and taking different routes, but hopefully we’ll be able to support each other along the way.

“I’m looking forward to finishing my degree in April 2027, but I’m equally looking forward to watching Chloe start her own journey.”

One father finishing. One daughter starting. Two very different degrees – but one University of Wolverhampton family story.