What does it include?
This is a full time course which is designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed by people who want to work in the people management, public safety, security, enforcement and all uniformed public service industries.
Students will also develop a broad range of general skills including communicating with others, working in a team, problem solving and presentation skills.
Topics of study are selected from the following units:
- Public Service Skills
- Career Planning for the Public Services
- Improving Health and Fitness for Entry to the Uniformed Public Services
- Employment in the Uniformed Public Services
- Citizenship, the Individual and Society
- Health and Safety in the Public Service Workplace
- Adventurous Activities and Teamwork for the Public Services
- Sport and Recreation in the Public Services
- Land Navigation by Map and Compass
- Law and its Impact on the Individual in Public Services
- Crime and its Effects on Society
- Community and Cultural Awareness
- Expedition Skills in Public Services
- Attending Emergency Incidents in Public Services
- Security Procedures in the Public Services
- Research in Public Services
- Volunteering in Public Services
- ICT and the Public Services
Additional Courses of Study offered:
Functional Skills in English or GCSE English and Maths (dependant on entry requirements being met).
What do you need to get on to the course?
You will be expected to have a standard of literacy and numeracy supported by a general education equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades D-G. Ideally English and Maths will be at grade D or a functional skill at level 1 or above. You must also have a willingness to learn and apply yourself to the course and the personal qualities to be able to work with people. You will need to provide a suitable reference from a teacher or employer. You may need to complete a CRB check in relation to work experience.
The Interview Process
Applicants will be interviewed by a Public Services tutor, to assess their suitability for the course. As part of the interview your reference will be considered and you will be asked questions about your previous qualifications, experiences and interests in the industry. If you already have any qualifications or school/college reports, please bring them to your interview.
How is the course assessed?
On-going assessment throughout the course in addition to this you will have a number of assignments and project to work on.
Where does it lead?
Employment with the Public Services Industry
Level 3 Diploma in Public Services
For further information and to apply
If you wish to apply for this course, please complete a College application form.
If you need help before choosing your course, please contact our Information & Advice Centre or come along to one of our Open days.