BTEC National Diploma in Public Services

BTEC National Diploma in Public Services

Course Code: AL0006MQ/1A
Category: Sport
Centre: Hyde Clarendon
Start Date: 07/09/2010
Times: Full-time
Duration: 2 years
Fee: £250
Course fees are per year.
This course is free for school leavers (Aged 16-18)

Course Content: This advanced level programme has been specifically designed as preparation for those interested in pursuing a career within a Public or Emergency Service e.g. Police, Fire, Ambulance Service, the Armed Forces, Prison Service and HM Revenue and Customs. The programme has an excellent reputation for being forward thinking and creative. The course aims to develop an awareness of the public services in general and the roles they play in society. You will develop an awareness of the wider political and social issues that impact upon the public services both in a national and international situation. You will prepare physically and mentally for the stresses of working in this sector. Physical fitness, communication and problem solving skills are important to this area.

The BTEC National Diploma Public Services programme is divided into eighteen units of study delivered over a period of two academic years.

Special Features: All applicants must attend an interview followed by a Pre Course assessment day. You will be required to purchase a uniform and pay for trips during the course.

Course Format: The course is taught on a workshop/classroom basis and outdoor activities. Emphasis will be put on a practical approach to the course wherever possible. As well as classroom based work, the course includes visits, guest speakers, team building, practical sessions, an expedition and outdoor activity residential.

Your work will be assessed continuously through a range of theory and practical based assessment activities methods employed within the academic units include: individual research, group work, projects work, oral presentations. Successful assessments will be graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction.

Progression: The structured preparation for entry into a Public/Emergency service is one of the main themes of the programme. The BTEC National Diploma in Public Services is recognised as an entry-level qualification by a wide range of potential employers. BTEC National Diploma Public Service students apply to universities and are offered places. The range of topic opportunities is very broad, including areas such as Criminology, Psychology, Law, Sports Science and Outdoor Education.