Course overview
The two year Level 3 Diploma in Public Services (smaller than the Extended Diploma) is designed to give you a range of practical skills and a good understanding of the military and other protective services. This course would suit someone who is looking to progress to a Foundation Degree as part of their progress into the military services and offers the required UCAS points for officer level entry. This course is a combination of academic, practical and vocational studies and all students will take part in a variety of activities such as team building, military skills, fitness training and outdoor adventure.
The first year of study will be focussed on Leadership in the Public Services whilst the second year will help develop your wider understanding of the Protective Services. You will experience hands on delivery by participating in expedition and receiving training from different specialists in the public services, and through fitness training and personal development this course will give you the necessary skills to complete the entry requirements for your chosen sector in the public services.
You will be studying a Level 3 Public Services qualification which will give the academic skills to progress into higher education.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at minimum grades 9-4 or A*-C, including English, maths OR Level 2 Diploma at Merit level including English and maths grades 9-4 or A*- C. You will need a high level of enthusiasm for a career in the Armed Forces, enjoy outdoor adventure pursuits.
Course Structure
Course Description
You will have the opportunity to study GCSE Maths or English alongside this qualification
Units
Citizenship and Diversity (Pearson-set)
Behaviour and Discipline in the Uniformed Protective Services
Physical Preparation, Health and Wellbeing
Teamwork, Leadership and Communication in the Uniformed Protective Services
Skills for Outdoor Activities and the Uniformed Protective Services
Principles of Managing Security Threats
Year 2
Government and the Protective Services
Expedition Skills
Developing Personal Fitness Programmes
Professional Development in the Uniformed Protective Services
Progression
Further training to become: army soldier, merchant navy deck officer, police officer, prison officer, Royal Air Force