Public Services Extended Diploma Level 3

Subject : Public Services | Course Code 9004957 | Print Version

Course Overview

Classroom studies are combined with talks by guest speakers and visits to Outdoor Activity centres and take part a variety of activities such as an outdoor camp, climbing in Snowdonia, gym and sports facilities, activity days within the public services for example Army and RAF.

Start Date Duration Venue
September 2011 2 years Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX

Who The Course is for

This course is ideal for students looking for a career in public services, for example, HM Revenue and Customs, the police, fire and rescue services, or armed services.

Course Content

Students will study mandatory units and a range of optional units:
> Government, Policies and the Public Services
> Leadership and Teamwork in the Public Services
> Citizenship, Diversity and the Public Services
> Understanding Discipline in the Uniformed Public Services

Optional Units chosen from:
> Fitness Testing and Training for the Uniformed Public Services
> International Institutions and Human Rights
> Understand the Impact of War, Conflict and Terrorism on Public Services
> Outdoor and Adventurous Expeditions
> Skills for Land-based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
> Crime and its Effects on Society
> Responding to Emergency Service Incidents
> Planning and Management of Major Incidents
> Career Planning for the Public Services
> Behaviour in Public Sector Employment
> Custodial Care Services
> Aspects of the Legal System and Law Making Process
> Current and Media Affairs in Public Services
> Land Navigation by Map and Compass
> Employment in the Uniformed Public Services

A Functional Skill in either English, Maths or IT will also be studied as an integral part of the course.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above (preferably including English and/or maths); or a First Diploma in a related subject at a merit or distinction; or equivalent qualifications. Candidates will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course. We are interested in you enthusiasm and commitment to succeed.

West Lancashire College will also accept credits previously gained through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Learning & Assessment Methods

Assessment will be by continuous assessment of assignment work, projects, case studies and practical activities.

Qualifications Gained

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services (equal to 3 A Levels grade A-E)
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies
Functional Skills

Progression Opportunities

On completion of the Extended Diploma, students can progress onto a relevant degree at a Higher Education institute.

If you successfully complete a level 3 course at West Lancashire College you are eligibly to apply for an appropriate Foundation Degree at Newcastle College (subject to satisfactory interview or course audition).

Career Opportunities

Employment in the public services professions, eg HM Revenue and Customs, the police, fire, prison, probation or armed services, local government, social welfare, youth worker administration are possible routes for successful students.

Course Costs

If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you are 19 or over please call 01695 52300 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact the Learner Zone (see contact details below) who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.

How to Apply

Please complete and return a College application form. Application forms can be obtained college Admissions – contact details below.

Further Information: If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options please contact college Admissions:

In Person:
Until 19 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Westbank Campus, Yewdale, Skelmersdale WN8 6JA.
From 22 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
                

By Phone: (01695) 52300

By Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

By Post: The Principal, West Lancashire College, FREEPOST, Skelmersdale WN8 6BR

Website: http://www.westlancs.ac.uk

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the information contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient numbers.