Public Services BTEC First

Public Services BTEC First

Qualification: 1 year course leading to BTEC National

Course type: Level 2 (pre advanced)

Entry requirements:
You will normally need to have at least one of the following:

• A BTEC Foundation Certificate
• A standard of literacy and numeracy supported by 4 GCSEs at grade D
• Other related level 1 or 2 qualifications

Head of Department: Mr John Owens

Course assessment:
The course consists of 6 units, all of which are internally assessed - with no formal exams. Assignment work is varied and provides evidence of your understanding in each unit. Each unit is graded Pass, Merit or Distinction.

There are three core units you will have to complete alongside three other units. The core units include:

• Uniformed Public Service Employment; the roles, responsibilities, selection processes and career development of the public services.
• Public Service Skills; Analysing the importance of teamwork, communication skills and methods of instruction
• Uniformed Public Service Fitness; Researching health, fitness and nutrition, preparing for the fitness tests of a public service.

What can this course offer me?
The course is for students who are considering a future working in the uniformed services such as the Fire Service; Royal Air Force; Navy or Police.
The aims are to give an insight into the roles and responsibilities of the Uniformed Public Services and to prepare potential service men and women for the unique challenges that life in the public services offers.

What will I learn?
The course has two strong elements. Firstly it is practically based and includes things like teambuilding exercises and fitness assessments. Alongside this you will be expected to research the Uniformed Public Services that you are considering for future employment. You will also be expected to develop a multitude of skills required for success in the Uniformed Public Services such as effective communication, leadership skills, and fitness.

What Makes a good Public Services student?
The ability to;

• show a genuine interest in the academic study of the public services.
• be disciplined and committed.

Which other courses link well with this subject?
Future Opportunities
You could find employment in the Uniformed Public Services, or continue to study at level 3 at KGV.

Is there anything else I need to know?