Level 3 Edexcel Diploma Suite Public Services (FT)

Level 3 Edexcel Diploma Suite Public Services

Course Length: 1 or 2 years

Venue:
Myerscough College (Preston)

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Click to Apply: Level 3 BTEC Diploma Suite Public Services

Brief Description of the Course:

(NB: All programmes are based on credit accumulation. Each unit of study is worth either 5 or 10 credits towards the total amount needed to achieve the qualification).

The College offers opportunity to study at level 3 (A level equivalent) for students who wish to develop a comprehensive understanding of Public Services - encompassing practical techniques, academic knowledge and technical skills. It is a popular option for both school leavers and successful Level 2 Diploma students. The course incorporates a mix of practicals, classroom lectures, industry visits and case study exercises.

For learners with 4 GCSEs including English Language at Grade C, the Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma has 6 units (60 Credits) of study and makes up the first year of the Level 3 Diploma qualification, 12 units (120 Credits) for learners that wish to study for 1 or 2 years. Students wishing to do the Level 3 Diploma over 2 years must have 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English Language and Maths or Science or another Level 2 qualification at Merit level with a Key Skill at Level 2.

Applicants with at least 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English Language, Maths and Science or course specific (which could include Chemistry, Combined Science, Biology, Physics or PE etc) will be able to apply for the Level 3 Extended Diploma studied over 2 years (Year 1 consists of a stand-alone 90 credit Diploma. You will require a top up second year to achieve the Extended Diploma).

Students will also receive training and assessment in a large range of additional qualifications, which will enhance their employability.

During the first year students will gain practical experience in Public Services, enabling learners to develop a substantial common core of knowledge, including Government policies, leadership and teamwork, and citizenship and diversity as well as specific mandatory units related to your career pathway, such as understanding discipline, fitness testing and training, responding to emergency situations, outdoor and adventurous activities and volunteering in public services, thus helping people to become occupationally ready to take up employment in the public services sector at the appropriate level. This can follow either directly after achieving the qualification, or via the stepping stone of Higher Education (HE) in university or college.

By studying a Public Services Level 3 course learners develop knowledge, understanding and skills required by the sector, including essential employability skills, and allowing them to be applied in real work contexts.

Entry Criteria:

These courses give a good technical training and education providing a vocational alternative to A Levels and the opportunity for successful students to progress to Higher Education. Students are normally aged 16 or over and the following requirements are needed:

Advanced Level 3 Suite:

· Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma - (60 credits in 1 year)

4 GCSEs including English Language at Grade C or above, or a Level 2 qualification (eg First Diploma at Pass level including at least 1 key skill at level 2 in either Application of Number or Communication), or equivalent qualifications.

· Level 3 BTEC Diploma - (120 credits in 2 years)

4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including at least 1 in English Language and Maths or Science or a Level 2 qualification (eg First Diploma at Merit level including at least 1 key skill at level 2 in either Application of Number or Communication), or equivalent qualifications.

· Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma - (180 credits in 2 years) (year 1 is a 90 credit stand-alone Diploma)

5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and English Language and Science or equivalent qualifications.

In addition Learning Areas may apply specific agreed aptitude assessments that assist selection.

Applicants for all courses in Public Services are expected to show a strong commitment to the industry and a strong personal statement.

List of Units:

¨ • Government, Policies and Public Services

¨ • Leadership and Teamwork in the Public Services

¨ • Understanding Discipline in the Public Services

¨ • Fitness Testing and Training for the Uniformed Public Services

¨ • Outdoor and Adventurous activities

¨ • Career Planning and Development

¨ • Skills for Water based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities

¨ • Land Navigation by Map and Compass

¨ • Current Media Affairs in Public Services

¨ • Citizenship and Diversity

¨ • Volunteering in Public Services

¨ • Responding to Emergency Service Incidents

¨ • Fitness Testing & Training for the Uniformed Public Services

¨ • Crime and its Effect on Society

¨ • Career Planning for the Public Services

¨ • Instructing Physical Activity & Exercise

¨ • Communication and Technology in the Public Services

Assessments:

Assessments will include assignments, presentations and reports. There are no formal examinations on the Level 3 BTEC Diploma.

Possible Careers / Jobs:

Employment opportunities in Public Services and its related industries are currently very good. The Subsidiary, Diploma and Extended Diploma Public Services provides the qualification and experience for entry into the following services at an operational level with future prospects for management:

¨ Fire Service

¨ Royal Air Forces

¨ Navy

¨ Coastguards

¨ Prison Service

¨ Army

¨ Customs and Excise

¨ Police

Progression:

As a course equivalent to A Level the Level 3 BTEC Diploma is an ideal spring board for progression to a Foundation Degree or Full Degree depending on UCAS points gained.

Special Requirements:

1 Specialist Clothing and Equipment: Learners will be required to wear college uniform consisting of tracksuit and T-shirt.

To apply for this course please select the coloured tab, relating to the centre you wish to study at, on the right hand side of this screen. You can save your progress if you prefer to do it in stages but you must complete all sections of the form.

Special Education Needs and Disability Prospective students who have a disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible. Reasonable adjustments will be made to accommodate student needs and to provide appropriate support to enable successful completion of the course of study. Where necessary students will be asked for evidence to help identify appropriate adjustments.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.