Level 2

Public Services Level 2 Diploma

Duration Age Group Study Start Available Locations
1 YEAR SCHOOL LEAVERS FULL TIME 09/09/2024
Southend Campus
Duration Age Group Study Start Available Locations
1 YEAR SCHOOL LEAVERS FULL TIME 09/09/2024
Southend Campus

Overview

If you are thinking of a career in the public services sector, this course could be ideal for you. It is the perfect course to find out more about the public services and what you would need to know to join them.

This is a full-time, Intermediate Level 2 qualification in which you study a whole range of subjects that give you a great understanding of public services.  The course is designed to give you a good underpinning knowledge of the public services and develop some essential skills that you will need in the future. 

In addition to the main qualification you will study functional skills.

You will learn in a variety of ways, from traditional class activities and lessons to practical activities such as working in teams.

Entry Requirements

  • Level 1 qualification or GCSEs x 2 at grade 3/D in MATHS or ENGLISH

  • Successful attendance at interview event

Course Structure

  • Skills & support for the community
  • Employment in Uniformed Public Services
  • Emergency incidents
  • Driving in PS
  • Sport and recreation
  • Crime and its effects on society
  • Security
  • Teamwork
  • Volunteering

We expect all our public services students to wear a uniform when they attend college.

Police: Black Polo, Black 1/4 Zip, Black Cargos, Black Boots

Public Service: Navy Polo, Navy 1/4 Zip, Navy Cargos, Black Boots

Apart from pen and paper, you will also need clothing suitable for the fitness and sports units.

English and maths resits: For those have have not yet achieved a grade 4 in English and Maths, we will support students in Functional skills or GCSE lessons.

Assessment & Feedback

  • Practical
  • Coursework

Course Cost

School Leavers, full_time:

FREE to UK under 19s not in employment