National Diploma in Public Services
Vocational qualification
In London
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
London
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Duration
1 Year
If you would like to work in local government administration, customs and excise, leisure services, social care or as a team leader in a range of non-uniformed public services, then this two-year course is ideal. Alternatively, if you would like a career in the police, armed forces or fire service this is again the course for you.
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About this course
Four GCSEs at grade C or above, including English.
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Course programme
National Diploma in Public Services
If you would like to work in local government administration, customs and excise, leisure services, social care or as a team leader in a range of non-uniformed public services, then this two-year course is ideal. Alternatively, if you would like a career in the police, armed forces or fire service this is again the course for you.
What will I be doing?
- finding out about the role of the public sector and non-uniformed services
- finding out about uniformed public services
- understanding the legal system
- analysing human behaviour
- looking at contemporary issues within the public services
- developing leadership skills and working as a team
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed on assignments and practical assessments completed throughout the year. You will be expected to pass a minimum of nine units in the first year to progress to the second year.
Where do I go from here?
You can go on to higher education to study Social Sciences, Business or Leisure Studies, and Social Work. Alternatively, you could go straight into employment within the non-uniformed or uniformed public services.
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade C or above, including English.
Course Duration
1 Year
National Diploma in Public Services