Meet Our Team
Our Team at DX2 Training Solutions is comprised of Qualified, Professional and Personable staff. We pride ourselves on our vast industry expertise and our excellent customer service. Our customer support team will ensure your customer experience a simple one, while our faculty members or consultants will ensure you receive a service second to none.
The DX2 Team
Dan Davern MSc GDip BSc Dip NQEMT AP MCPara MInSTR
Managing Director
Dan is Managing Director here at DX2 Training Solutions. While his main responsibility is the oversight of our organisation he is also dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients, the delivery of our training programmes and business development. Dan currently holds a BSc in Analytical Science, Dip in Continuing Education and Training, Dip in Emergency Medical Technology, GDip in Emergency medical science giving him Advanced Paramedic status on the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Register, MSc in Emergency medical science from UCD and numerous other qualifications which can be seen on his Linkedin profile. Dan is currently studying a PhD in Emergency Medicine at the University of Cape Town and a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Education from NUI Galway. Dan is also a Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Educational Award Holder at Facilitator Level, a PHECC examiner and sits on The Education & Training Committee at the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council in addition to his membership of NAEMT’s European Education Committee. Dan is a liaison for the college of Paramedics UK here in Ireland and is also a member of the college as a HCPC registered UK Paramedic. Dan is a keen Golfer now that his GAA and Rugby careers are over. Dan was awarded Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur as an established business for Fingal in October 2014.
As Director of Training Michelle is responsible for the management of our training operation and customer relations. With significant post graduate experience working within the Adult Education, Training and Disability sectors Michelle has an excellent understanding of inclusive education and training, lifelong learning & advocacy. Michelle is responsible for the development of our Quality Assurance systems which have been agreed with QQI (formerly FETAC), the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council, NAEMT (USA) and FutureQuals (UK). She has also developed several programmes from level 1 to 6 on the national framework of qualifications. Michelle holds a BSc (Hons) in Education and Training from DCU among other awards which can be viewed on her Linkedin profile. Michelle also manages the corporate social responsibility programme within DX2, organising fundraising and other events to support local charities and organisations.
Terry Dore MSc GDip BSc Dip NQEMT AP MCPara
Director of Pre-Hospital Education & Facilitator
Terry has been on faculty with DX2 Training Solutions since 2010 and currently serves as Director of Pre-Hospital Education. He currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Royal College of Surgeons, a GDip in Emergency Medical Science from UCD giving him Advanced Paramedic status here in Ireland, a BSc in Paramedic studies from University of Limerick, an MSc in Emergency Medical Science form UCD and a graduate diploma in medical education from RCSI. Terry is a multi disciplined PHECC Facilitator and manages in the delivery of our practitioner education programmes. Terry is registered with the Health Care Professions Council in the UK as a Paramedic in addition to his Irish registration with PHECC at advanced paramedic level. Terry is affiliate faculty for NAEMT, he oversees the delivery of our suite of NAEMT programmes and faculty development in accordance with NAEMT regulations. Terry has been appointed as an assessor of applications for recognition of overseas qualifications by the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council and is a facilitator for Critical Incident Stress Management within the EMS sector.
Mary is the office manager here at DX2. Mary has extensive experience in multiple sectors of industry across all levels. Mary is responsible for the coordination and management of all aspects of DX2 operations from faculty to certification and everything in between. A highly focused and experienced professional Mary is at the forefront of exceptional customer service and productivity management, allowing DX2 to offer an unrevealed service to our customers.
Dermot has been on faculty with DX2 Training Solutions since 2010, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Northeastern university in the United States, a GDip in Emergency Medical Science from UCD giving him Advanced Paramedic status here in Ireland and a Dip in continuing education and training from NUIM . Dermot is a multi disciplined Faculty Member delivering multiple courses across our suite. Dermot is also an associate faculty member with University College Dublin, supervising student advanced paramedics during their internship phase. In 2022 Dermot was appointed to the Programme Manager position with responsibility for the Emergency Medical Technology Programmes, Dermot is also a PHECC educational award holder and a PHECC Examiner.
Shaun was appointed to faculty with DX2 Training solutions in 2021 and became programme manager for UK programmes in 2022. He currently holds a Bsc (Hons) and a DipHE from Birmingham City University giving him Advanced Paramedic status in Ireland and HCPC Paramedic status in the UK. Shaun has worked in EMS in several areas such as emergency departments, minor injury units, forensics, education, UK and Irish ambulance services. He holds education and training awards from the UK whilst and an educational award at Tutor level from PHECC. He is an active volunteer member of Waterford County Civil Defence, as a team leader medic and educator.
Noel was appointed to faculty with DX2 Training solutions in 2020. He originally qualified as an EMT in Ireland and worked in that role. A graduate of TU Dublin, Noel is a multi disciplined Instructor delivering multiple courses across a suite of programmes including QQI, PHECC and City & Guilds. With a HDip in Occupational Health & Safety (TU Dublin) and a Professional Diploma (HDip) in Education from NUI, Noel specialises in the delivery of our pre-hospital education programmes. His service in the statutory and voluntary emergency services has led him to attaining qualifications such as a HDip in Contextual Policing, a HDip in Traumatology and PTSD, a Diploma in Training & Continuing Education from NUI, and a HDip in Equality Studies in Training and Development. A graduate member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) Noel is a (QMS) Quality Management Systems auditor and trainer and is accredited by the EHAI and NHP and is currently a Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Educational Award Holder
Liam has been a faculty member with DX2 Training Solutions since 2017 and became a programme manager in 2022 he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from RCSI, a BSc in paramedic studies from the University of Limerick and a graduate diploma in emergency medical science from UCD giving him Advanced Paramedic status here in Ireland. Liam is a multi disciplined faculty member delivering multiple courses across our suite, Liam specialises in the delivery of Geriatric Education for EMS professionals, he is also the holder of a PHECC education award at assistant tutor level.
Alyson joined the DX2 team in 2021 having spent many years in the airline industry. She has a wealth of experience in customer service and operations working as a cabin manager with a major airline. Alyson is responsible for customer service and training course administration here at DX2, in addition to supporting the quality assurance systems currently in place. Alyson is the primary point of contact for new and existing customers engaging with DX2 and provides an unparalleled level of service and support. Her free time is spent with her family and taking care of their pet duck.
Derek has been a faculty member with DX2 Training Solutions since 2012, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Northeastern University in the USA, a GDip in Emergency Medical Science from UCD giving him Advanced Paramedic status here in Ireland and an Msc in Emergency Medical Science. Derek is a multi disciplined instructor delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of Paediatric Education for Pre-Hospital professionals and our Emergency First Response course. Derek is currently a Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Examiner and facilitator.
Fergus has been a faculty member with DX2 since 2012, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Royal College of Surgeons giving him Paramedic status here in Ireland. Fergus is a multi disciplined tutor delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our pre-hospital education programmes . Fergus is currently a Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Examiner and Facilitator.
Troy has been on faculty with DX2 Training Solutions since 2011, he currently holds a Bbs (Hons) in Emergency Services, A MSc in emergency management and a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Northeastern University in the USA granting him Paramedic status here in Ireland. Troy is a multi disciplined PHECC tutor delivering multiple courses across our suite, his instructor qualifications are visible on his Linkedin profile. Troy has a keen interest in running and cycling and is also a avid golfer.
Conor has been a faculty member with DX2 Training Solutions since 2017, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Royal College of Surgeons giving him Paramedic status here in Ireland. Conor is a multi disciplined instructor delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our Cardiac First Response and First Aid Response courses. Conor is a keen swimmer holding numerous instructor qualifications in that field.
Andy has been a faculty member with DX2 Training Solutions since 2018, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology and a graduate diploma in emergency medical science from University College Dublin giving him Advanced Paramedic status here in Ireland. Andy is a multi disciplined faculty member delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our Cardiac First Response advanced courses. Andy is also an advanced paramedic supervisor with university college Dublin, mentoring and evaluating new advanced paramedic interns.
Stephen has been a faculty member with DX2 Training Solutions since 2017, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from royal college of surgeons and a Graduate Diploma in Emergency Medical Science giving him Advanced Paramedic status here in Ireland. Stephen is a multi disciplined faculty member delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our first aid response courses. Stephen is a former member of the Air Cops and has previously been on the PHECC register as an EMT prior to completing his paramedic training. Stephen is currently in his final year of a BSc in Paramedic Studies at the University of Limerick.
Joe has been a faculty member with DX2 Training Solutions since 2017, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from northeastern university in the USA giving him Paramedic status here in Ireland. Joe is a multi disciplined faculty member delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our health and safety courses. Joe is also a member of the GAA and referees both juvenile and adult levels in his spare time.
Pete has been a faculty member with DX2 Training Solutions since 2018, he currently holds an MSc and BSc in paramedic science giving him Paramedic status here in Ireland and HCPC Paramedic status in the UK. Pete is a multi disciplined faculty member delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our practitioner education programmes. Pete is also a faculty member of RCSed and several universities in the UK delivering paramedic education.
David joined DX2 as a development faculty member in 2021 progressing to faculty member at the beginning on 2022, he currently holds a Dip in Paramedical science from University College Cork giving him Paramedic status in Ireland. David is a qualified Community First Response and First Aid Responder instructor and is also an active member of Louth Civil Defence for over ten years where he supports new members and is a mentor to responders and student practitioners. He currently works in a statutory emergency ambulance service and has completed his student tutor programme at DX2. David is due to begin the advanced paramedic programme in September 2022
Rory has been a faculty member with DX2 since 2019, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Royal College of Surgeon and a GDip in Emergency Medical Science from UCD giving him Advanced Paramedic status here in Ireland. Rory is a multi disciplined tutor delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our pre-hospital education programmes . Rory is currently a Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Examiner.
Mark has been a faculty member with DX2 since 2019, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Royal College of Surgeons, a graduate diploma in EMS from UCD giving him Advanced Paramedic Status and a BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Studies from UL. Mark is a multi disciplined tutor delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our pre-hospital emergency care council accredited first aid response course.
Frank has been a faculty member with DX2 since 2019, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Royal College of Surgeon and a Dip in Advanced MT him Paramedic status here in Ireland. Frank is a multi disciplined tutor delivering multiple courses across our suite and specialises in the delivery of our pre-hospital education programmes . Frank is currently a Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council Tutor and is beginning his Examiner training.
Paul has been on faculty with DX2 Training Solutions since 2010, he currently holds a Dip in Emergency Medical Technology from Northeastern university in the USA giving him Paramedic status here in Ireland. Paul is a multi disciplined instructor delivering multiple courses across our suite. Paul spends most of his down time running, he has successfully completed the Marathon Des Sables in 2014, dubbed the toughest race on earth, raising thousands for a children’s charity in Dublin. Paul specialises in the delivery of our paediatric first aid and first aid for children programmes.
Paudge was appointed to faculty at DX2 in 2020. Paudge is a passionate pre-hospital professional with extensive experience, both working and teaching in the field of prehospital care in Ireland, between his service in the voluntary and statutory emergency services. In addition, Paudge has a strong background in analytical thinking, education and research; having completed his undergraduate training as a microbiologist (BSc Hons), a MSc in Emergency Management and a QQI Level 7 Certificate in Adult Education and Learning. Paudge completed his graduate diploma (advanced Paramedic) at University College Dublin in 2014, giving him advanced paramedic registration in Ireland and also holds a PHECC educational award at Tutor level.
Sarah was appointed to faculty with DX2 Training solutions in 2020. She originally qualified as an EMT in Ireland and worked in that role. Sarah completed her Diploma in Emergency Medical Science and an MSc in EMS giving her Advanced Paramedic status on the pre-hospital emergency care council register. She also holds a Degree in Psychology from Dublin Business School and a Masters in Health Psychology from the University of Ulster. She currently works as an Advanced paramedic in a statutory emergency ambulance service and is undertaking her student tutor programme at DX2.
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