Public Services BTEC National (Diploma or Certificate)

Public Services BTEC National (Diploma or Certificate)

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Entry requirements:
Students should have at least one of the following:

• a BTEC First in a related subject
• an Intermediate GNVQ in a related subject
• at least five GCSEs at grades A*-C, including English Language

Head of Department: Mr Alan Lomax

Course assessment:
18 units will be studied over two years. Nine in the first and nine in the second. There are no formal exams but you will be expected to provide evidence of learning through various differing types of assignment such as practical interviews or leading teams.

What can this course offer me?
Students can go onto a University Degree or Foundation Degree in an appropriate vocational discipline, to BTEC HNCs or HNDs, or into employment in their chosen public service.

What will I learn?
The course is a detailed look into the unique working environment of the various Uniformed Public Services. You will get hands on practical experience and look at the Services from all different angles ranging from the psychological aspects, leading teams, government and politics and health and fitness. By the time you've completed this course you will almost certainly be ready for the entry process in your chosen public service.

What Makes a good Public Services student?
Dedication, commitment and an ability to work effectively as a team member. Organisation and leadership qualities are also required to be successful on this challenging course.

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