BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services

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BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services

Tameside College
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Duration:1 Year Fee: Under 24 year old : £750
Full-Time courses for 16-18 School Leavers are Free.

If you are aged between 19 and 23 and you don’t have a qualification equivalent to 2 A Levels, tuition fees will be waived. If you meet the Eligible Benefit criteria AND are aged 19-23, tuition fees will be waived. Tuition fees will not be waived for students aged over 23 studying a Level 3 or higher course, however these students may qualify for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan.
Course Content: This programme has an excellent reputation for being forward thinking and creative, it aims to help you develop an awareness of the public services in general and the roles they play in society. You will d…

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Duration:1 Year Fee: Under 24 year old : £750
Full-Time courses for 16-18 School Leavers are Free.

If you are aged between 19 and 23 and you don’t have a qualification equivalent to 2 A Levels, tuition fees will be waived. If you meet the Eligible Benefit criteria AND are aged 19-23, tuition fees will be waived. Tuition fees will not be waived for students aged over 23 studying a Level 3 or higher course, however these students may qualify for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan.
Course Content: This programme has an excellent reputation for being forward thinking and creative, it aims to help you develop an awareness of the public services in general and the roles they play in society. You will develop an awareness of the wider political and social issues that impact upon the public services both in a national and international situation. You will prepare physically and mentally for the stresses of working in this sector; physical fitness, communication and problem solving skills are important to this area.

This advanced level programme has been specifically designed as preparation for those interested in pursuing a career within a Public or Emergency Service:

• Police

• Fire

• Ambulance Service

• The Armed Forces

• Prison Service

• HM Revenue and Customs

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services programme is divided into eighteen units of study delivered over a period of two academic years. Entry Qualification: A minimum of five GCSE grades A*-C. High levels of motivation and a good standard of physical fitness. If progressing from a BTEC Level 2 Diploma an overall Merit grade is a minimum requirement. Special Features: All applicants must attend an interview followed by a pre-course assessment day. You will be required to purchase a uniform and pay for trips during the course. Course Format: The course is taught on a workshop/classroom basis and outdoor activities. Emphasis will be put on a practical approach to the course wherever possible. As well as classroom based work, the course includes visits, guest speakers, team building, practical sessions, an expedition and outdoor activity residential.

Your work will be assessed continuously through a range of theory and practical based assessment activities methods employed within the academic units include: individual research, group work, projects work, oral presentations. Successful assessments will be graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction. Progression: The structured preparation for entry into a Public/Emergency service is one of the main themes of the programme. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Public Services is recognised as a great entry-level qualification to a wide range of potential employers.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Public Service students apply to universities and are offered places.

The range of topic opportunities is very broad, including areas such as:

• Criminology

• Psychology

• Law

• Sports Science

• Outdoor Education

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