Full Time Public Services (Uniformed) National Diploma
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Open Learning College
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International Career Institute
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City College Norwich
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Open Learning College
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Kaplan University
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Oxford Open Learning
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School of Social Science - Birkbeck University of London
Postgraduate Distance LearningPrice on request
Description
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Type
Course
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Duration
2 Years
The course includes both knowledge building and practical elements, together with work related and personal skills. It aims to develop an understanding of the work environment in which Public Services operate and how the community influences public services. Students will also gain an understanding of the requirements for employment in Public Service. Work related and personal skills are also.
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About this course
4 GCSE's at Grade C or above (the minimum for English and Maths must be a Grade D or above and students will be expected to achieve level 2 literacy and numeracy); or a Merit or above on the First Diploma in Public Service; or a Merit or above on a GNVQ Intermediate; or an equivalent qualification. You also need an interest in Public Services and the motivation to succeed.
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Subjects
- Full Time
Course programme
Course Code
107321VF035
Course Title
Public Services (Uniformed) National Diploma
Faculty
Faculty of Humanities and Health
School
School of Applied and Social Sciences
Start Date
07 September 2010
Venue
West Suffolk College
Mode of Attendance
Full Time
Length (Years)
2
Weeks
36
Amount
£1050
Summary
To enable individuals to make an informed judgement of their own suitability for a career within a Public Service organisation. It will also provide individuals with the skills and abilities which enhance selection to promotion and career prospects within the Public Services. Students will also acquire the skills for entry into Higher Education in a Public Service related field and develop the skills and abilities which enable them to contribute towards and work effectively in a 21st century multicultural society.
Qualifications
Edexcel (BTEC) National Diploma Public Services (Uniformed). Also within this course there is an opportunity to take a National Certificate or National Award if this is more appropriate for the student.
Progression Routes
Students may progress to employment in the Uniformed Services or Higher Education Public Services courses.
Modules
Core Units: Government Policies, Team Leadership, Citizenship, Contemporary Society, Team Development, Understanding Discipline, Diversity. Specialist Units: Physical Preparation and Fitness, International Perspectives, Outdoor and Adventurous Expeditions, Skills for Land-based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities, Crime and its Effects on Society, Command & Control, The Planning for and Management of Major Incidents, Responding to Emergency Service Incidents, Uniformed Public Services Employment, Understanding the Criminal Justice System and Police Powers, Communication and Technology, Custodial Care, Skills for Water-Based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSE's at Grade C or above (the minimum for English and Maths must be a Grade D or above and students will be expected to achieve level 2 literacy and numeracy); or a Merit or above on the First Diploma in Public Service; or a Merit or above on a GNVQ Intermediate; or an equivalent qualification. You also need an interest in Public Services and the motivation to succeed.
Course Content
The course includes both knowledge building and practical elements, together with work related and personal skills. It aims to develop an understanding of the work environment in which Public Services operate and how the community influences public services. Students will also gain an understanding of the requirements for employment in Public Service. Work related and personal skills are also included. Students may achieve a module profile suitable for entry into the Uniformed Services (Police Service, Fire Service, Ambulance Service, Royal Air Force, British Army, Royal Navy, Prison Service, Customs). A programme of one-day visits to Public Service Organisations and residential trips (3-7 days), including an overseas residential to Europe, forms part of the course.
Full Time Public Services (Uniformed) National Diploma
-
Open Learning College
Course Distance Learning£ 300 £ 486 -
International Career Institute
Course Distance Learning£ 798 -
City College Norwich
BTEC OnlinePrice on request -
Open Learning College
Course Distance Learning£ 330 £ 481 -
Kaplan University
Bachelor's degree Distance LearningPrice on request -
Oxford Open Learning
GCSE Distance Learning£ 295 + VAT -
School of Social Science - Birkbeck University of London
Postgraduate Distance LearningPrice on request