Public Services
Public Services First Extended Certificate
Is this course for me?
If you are looking for a challenging career with lots of responsibility and high rewards then a public services course could be for you. You will gain the skills, knowledge and confidence for a career in the Fire Service, Royal Navy, Armed Forces, Customs and Excise or Police. Our courses have been designed with input from experts at the Police, RAF, Fire Services and the Army. You will experience life in the public services through a range of relevant activities, trips, visits and guest speakers. You will work with lots of professionals from the services, who help you build the skills to work in this diverse industry.
Units include: role and work of the public services, skills for working in the public services, crime and its effects, employability skills, fitness and outdoor activities. You will also study English and maths at an appropriate level, and take part in a range of work related activities. You will also have the opportunity to complete the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award.
Assessment is made up of internal assignments and externally marked assignments.
Full time for one academic year
A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-3 or equivalent including maths or English.
On successful completion of the courses you can progress to the BTEC Level 3 programme of study. On successful completion at Level 3, you may go on to university level and choose from a wide range of degrees including: Criminology, Police Science and Public Services Management. The average pay for a Police Officer is around £33,000 a year. Qualified Fire Fighters earn over £29,000 a year. Royal Navy Officers may earn between £25,000- £84,000 a year. Other careers include Armed Forces, Prison Officer, Rescue Services, Local Government Official, HM Revenue and Customs Officer and Security Services.
You can expect to receive support from a competent, highly experienced team of staff with industry experience. If you are 16-18 years old, you may be eligible for our FREE bus pass. Find out more at Free Bus Travel
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Students aged 16-18 do not pay exam fees.
Students aged 19+ will need to pay an exam fee of £190.00
