Public Services BTEC Level 1

Level 1 Public Services and Sport

Do you like a challenge and the opportunity to build your self-esteem and confidence? Over a one year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of teamwork, communication and leadership. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto the L2 Public Services course.

• Course Information

  • Course Code

    LFD1PUB

  • Attendance Pattern

    Daytime

  • Course Level

    Level 1

  • Study Mode

    Full Time

  • Course Location

    Langdale Road, Leyland

  • Age Group

    School Leavers (16-18)

  • Course Duration

    1 year

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• Overview

  Are you interested in a career in the Police, Fire and Rescue, Ambulance, Armed Forces, Government or local council? Do you like a challenge and the opportunity to build your self-esteem and confidence?

  If the answer is ‘yes’ to the questions above then you should consider studying BTEC Level 1 in Public Services!

  You will study a wide range of subjects which are interesting, fun and will enable you to really excel in both academic and practical ability. The course will help you develop a range of employability skills such as professionalism; leadership; citizenship; teamwork and social awareness, and as part of the course you will also study English and Maths.

  This is the initial level introducing a career in the Police, Fire & Rescue, Ambulance, Armed Forces, Government or Local Council. You will develop a range of employability skills including professionalism, leadership, research skills, teamwork and social awareness.

  Course Highlights:

  Annual trips, guest speakers and outdoor pursuits

  

• Entry Requirements

  For our Level 1 Pre-Advanced courses the entry requirements are 1 x GCSE at Grade 3, 1 x GCSE at Grade 2 & Maths or English Language at Grade 2 and Grade 1 in the other subjects.

  Please note, some courses and subjects will have additional specific entry requirements or require DBS clearance to undertake placements. Information about this can be found in our course leaflet (available to download above), the Apply Portal, and on your offer letter which you will receive after your interview.

• How will I be assessed?

  Assessment takes place through coursework, practical activities and continual assessment throughout the year. This may include some external assessments.

• Progression Pathway

  Once you have successfully completed this course you may be able to progress in college or onto employment in a range of uniformed public service/non-uniformed services.

• National Careers Service

  For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.