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Public Services (Level 2 Diploma)

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  • Starts September
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Duration One Year
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Students should have grades 9-3 in four GCSE programmes.
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Introduction

Do you have the discipline and determination it takes to work in the uniformed public service industries? Find out by signing up to one of our courses. Focusing on key services including fire and rescue, the police, ambulance, prison services, customs and excise and the armed forces you’ll be given a realistic introduction to what working life is really like in the uniformed services and get the skills to prepare you for this type of work. Alongside your studies, you can also complete the Duke of Edinburgh awards.

What do we study

Lessons include a mix of classroom based study and outdoor activities, expeditions and group work. You’ll learn about the demands of working in the different public service industries, improving health and fitness, outdoor activities as well as communication skills, team work and time management.

How will I learn

You will learn through a range of practical units followed by opportunities to practice and develop skills and experience outside of the classroom environment, including residential Public Services ‘look at life’ trips, adventure activity courses and other educational trips.

What's next

On successful completion of this course you can progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Public Services.

What current students say

“The opportunities presented for students are fantastic, you really get a good insight into life in different services.” “The teachers come from a mixture of military and other public service backgrounds, and all have an amazing work ethic. They can identify those who really want to and will thrive, and the course offers an amazing amount of opportunities.” “The staff have the best outlook on life, and there’s always a point to everything they do or ask you to do.” “It’s a nice working environment, where everyone has a good work ethic and wants to do well and get something out of it.”

What else do I need to know

Depending on your previous grades you may need to study English and maths alongside your other courses. These are essential skills that all employers value.

You will have the opportunity to take part and complete the Duke of Edinburgh awards.
You will get the opportunity to work with real serving public service personnel.
You will develop employability skills perfect for working in the public services
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