Public Services Uniformed and Emergency Services National Diploma

Public Services (Uniformed & Emergency Services) National Diploma
Prospectus Code (FTT54)
Length of Study
Two years, full time, daytime course. Over four days.
Entry Requirements
Cost
Specialist equipment will be required, the costs of which can be made available on request. Costs will also be applicable for an annual residential.
The Programme
The course focuses on the development of knowledge, understanding and practical skills in Public Service, offering progression to Higher Education or further training in the Public Services sector.
The Programme Content
- Government, Policies
- Team Leadership
- Citizenship, Contemporary Society
- Team Development
- Understanding Discipline
- Diversity
- Physical Preparation & Fitness
- International Perspectives
- Outdoor & Adventurous Expeditions
- Skills for Land-based Outdoor & Adventurous Activities
- Skills for Water-based Outdoor & Adventurous Activities
- Crime & its Effects on Society
- Command & Control
- Planning for and Management of Major Incidents
- Responding to Emergency Service Incidents
- Uniformed Public Services Employment
- Understanding Aspects of the Legal System
Progression / Careers
This course is equivalent to three A Levels, so students may use it to seek employment or do further training; BTEC National Diplomas are valued by employers and Higher Education. Students from this course may go into careers such as the Emergency Services, The Armed Forces, Police, Fire & Rescue or Security.