Public Services

This is a broad based National Vocational Qualification, which provides a detailed insight into a wide range of jobs, both in the public and private sectors. The qualification gives opportunity to begin studying for a range of careers which are shown below. The course comprises of 19 vocational units which are continually assessed via coursework projects. The course provides a variety of challenging theoretical and practical units which will provide students with knowledge but also valuable employability skills such as Leadership and Teamwork. The qualification is the equivalent to three A Levels.

As part of the Public Services course you will be offered a fantastic range of opportunities, such as a week at a Portsmouth Naval base taking part in the National Junior Field Gun competition, an overnight visit to London to visit Houses of Parliament and more, visits to courts and a variety of uniformed services. All our students carry out volunteering activities which is an excellent addition to any CV!

BTEC Extended Diploma In Public Services Level 3

It will enable successful students to move into a career in any of the uniformed public services such as police, paramedics, fire service and armed forces. Also many non-uniformed careers such as teaching, local authority, probation, civil service, NHS, law and private security work. As a valid alternative to A Levels, this course can provide an entry route to a higher education degree course such as Public Services Management, Law, Criminology, Forensics, or International Studies.

The programme is assessed continuously via coursework in most units. A range of assessment methods are used including practical tasks, written reports and verbal presentations. There is a strong student centred approach to the course where all students are encouraged to develop confidence to learn independently.

4 GCSEs at grade A*-C including English Language and ideally Maths or a Level 2 qualification such as a BTEC Diploma with a Merit grade.