Advanced-level paramedics' support needs for developing and utilising competence.

Introduction: Paramedic competence plays a vital role in emergency medical services (EMS), as the pre-hospital setting demands a wide variety of competencies from paramedics. The aim of the study was to examinethesupportthatadvanced-level paramedics need from their supervisors to develop and utilise their competence.

Methods: Qualitative essay material was collected from a group of experienced advanced-level paramedics (n = 41).