Public Services

The Level 2 Diploma in Public Services is a broad based 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. The course comprises of 7 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 four GCSE grades at A-C or 4-7.

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, visits to courts and a variety of uniformed services such as Police, Fire services, Marines and Army bases. All our students carry out volunteering activities which is an excellent addition to any CV!

Diploma In Public Services Level 2

It will enable successful students to start their journey into a career in any of the uniformed public services such as police, paramedics, fire service, armed forces; also non-uniformed careers such as teaching, local authority, probation, civil service, NHS, law and private security work etc. Students who complete the course with an overall Merit profile can access the Level 3 course providing an entry route to higher education degree courses 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.

3 GCSE’s grade D/3 or above including English and ideally maths.