These programmes are ideal for young people keen to work in the uniformed Public Services but are not yet the right age for direct entry. Our courses will enable you to develop appropriate knowledge, skills and confidence for eventual application particularly to the uniformed services, whether it be in the Police/Fire/Ambulance Services, Armed Forces or Prison services.
Our Public Services programmes will enable you to examine and prepare towards making informed judgments of your own suitability for a particular career path. You will study the theory and practice behind public and community service; however our programmes are also designed to be as hands-on as possible. You will also have the opportunity to experience a range of challenging activities and simulated emergencies, putting theory into practice.
On all our courses we utilise our excellent natural outdoor resources. We also have an excellent high and low ropes facility that promotes teamwork, communication and a head for heights!
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BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Public Services
BTEC Level 2 in Public Services
BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Uniformed Public Services
BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Public Services
(1 year)
This one year programme provides a basic insight into the Public Services and what is involved when studying this area. The qualification combines learning about the different Public Services with the development of literacy, numeracy and personal skills.
Programme Content
Learners will study a combination of the following modules -
Public Service Careers
Improving Health and Fitness for Entry into the Uniformed Public Service
Personal Skills for the Public Service
Public Service Incidents
Public Services: Assisting the Public
Introduction to Expedition Skills
Developing Personal Skills for Leadership
Planning and Participating in an Event
Entry Requirements
Four GCSEs at Grade E or above or an Entry Certificate equivalent, plus a satisfactory school reference and successful completion of an Initial Assessment.
Progression
Successful students will be able to progress onto the Level 3 programme, subject to achieving a minimum of a Merit and also a Level 1 in Key Skills/Functional Skills in Communication. Students must also show the desired levels of commitment and behaviour on their Level 1 course to be considered for progression onto a Level 2 Diploma.
BTEC Level 2 in Public Services (1 year)
This practical work related programme is designed for school leavers or young people looking to seek employment within the wide range of Public Service occupations. As well as learning about the employment areas available to you within the Public Sector, you will develop the skills you need to start a career.
Programme Content
Learners must study all of the following core modules -
Uniformed Public Service Employment
Public Service Skills
Uniformed Public Services Fitness
Plus a selection of further optional modules from the following list -
Citizenship, the Individual and Society
Adventurous Activities and Teamwork for the Public Services
The Value of Sport and Recreation in the Public Services
Crime and its Effects on Society
Expedition Skills
Entry Requirements
Four GCSEs at Grade D or above, or a Level 1 at merit level or above, plus a satisfactory school reference and successful completion of an Initial Assessment.
Progression
Successful students will be able to progress onto a Level 3 programme, subject to achieving a minimum of a Merit and a level 2 in Key/Functional Skills in Communication. Students must also show the desired levels of commitment and behaviour on their Level 2. Only exceptional applicants will be considered for progression onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma. This qualification also offers students the opportunity to take employment in a wide range of public sector occupations such as the Armed Forces, Police, Prison Services and the security services.
Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Uniformed Public Services (2 years)
We offer two different Level 3 qualifications in Public Services.
Both Level 3 Diplomas study the same level of content but the amount of work (and credits required) differs across the qualifications. At all levels learners experience a work related programme, learning by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic Public Service situations, activities and demands.
Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Uniformed Public Services
This is a two year course, equivalent to two A-Levels. During the course, learners study 4 core modules and a further 6–8 optional modules (to achieve a total of 120 credits).
Entry requirements
Merit grade at First Diploma. Level 2 in Key Skills/Functional Skills Communication.
Plus a satisfactory school reference and successful completion of an Inital Assessment.
Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services
This is a two year course, equivalent to three A-Levels. During the course learners study 5 core modules and a further 12-13 optional modules (to achieve a total of 180 credits). Successful completion of this course allows progression onto Higher Education.
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at Grade C or above. This must include English and Maths.
Plus a satisfactory school reference and successful completion of an Inital Assessment.
Programme content
Learners must study some or all of the following core modules:
- Government, policies and the public services
- Leadership and teamwork in the public services
- Citizenship, diversity and the public services
- Understanding discipline in the uniformed public services
- Fitness testing and training for the uniformed public services
Plus a selection of further modules from the following list:
- Physical preparation, health and lifestyle for the public services
- International institutions and human rights
- Understand the impact of war, conflict and terrorism on public services
- Outdoor and adventurous expeditions
- Skills for land-based outdoor and adventurous activities
- Skills for water-based outdoor and adventurous activities
- Crime and its effects on society
- Command and control in the uniformed public services
- Responding to emergency service incidents
- Planning and management of major incidents
- Behaviour in public sector employment
- Communication and technology in the uniformed public services
- Aspects of the legal system and law making process
- Extended research in public services
- Current and media affairs in public services
- Enhancing public service delivery through the
use of ICT
- Personnel and human resources
- Security procedures in the public services
- Environmental policies and practices
Assessment method
This course is continually assessed through assignments.
Equipment needed
Students will be required to purchase BCA uniform and participate in Boot Camp in the first term.
Progression
This course can provide entry to university.
Employment opportunities
This qualification offers students the opportunity to take
employment in a wide range of public sector occupations
such as the armed forces, police, prison services and the
security services.
