Higher National Diploma in Public Services Herefordshire & Ludlow College, awarded by Pearson
KEY FACTS Level: 4 & 5 Attendance: Full-time Duration: Two years Location: HLC Hereford Campus and various outdoor venues Application: HLC application form The BTEC Higher National Qualification in Public Services is aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning and to support students wishing to pursue or advance their career in public services. This qualification is specifically designed to equip students with public services skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global public services environment. It has a broad range of modules that prepare students for their future career and offer a variety of pathways. The course is based at the Hereford campus and is designed to ensure that students are provided with opportunities to enter or progress in employment in public services; progress to higher education qualifications such as an Honours degree in Criminology, Policing, Fire and Rescue, Public Services Management or a related area.
Assessment Assessment takes place using a variety of methods; essays, presentations, teaching assessments, practical performance assessments, external assessment, projects, group work, practical work experience and independent research. Entry Requirements Successful completion of a full level 3 qualification and English and maths GCSE at Grade 9–4 (A–C). A Disclosure and Barring Service check may be required for this course and may incur an additional cost. Progression Opportunities to study Honours degrees in Criminology, Policing, Fire and Rescue, Public Services Management or a related area. Course Fees
Course Content • An exciting and detailed introduction to public services • Students have the opportunity to select a career pathway • Strong liaison with all public services • Work-based experience Year 1 Mandatory • Organisational Structures and Culture • Mental Health and well-being • Equality, Diversity and Fair Treatment • Public Services in Contemporary Society • Specialist Pathway to include Blue Light Services with Community Engagement & Responding to Emergencies • A wide range of optional units Year 2 Mandatory • Research Project • Reflective Professional Practice For enquiries or advice:
Optional • Serious and Organised Crime • Physical Activity Life Style and Health • Work-based Experience
£5,750 (at time of print). All fees are subject to change; please check with the relevant provider and see the Money Matters section of this document on page 18. Every course has day-to-day costs for basic books, stationery, printing and photocopying. The amounts vary between courses. There will be the opportunity to go on a variety of trips, these are optional and you will be expected to meet any costs. A Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this course and will incur an additional cost (£44 plus a yearly update service of £13 per year, at time of print). Contact Enquiries Call: 0800 032 1986 Email: enquiries@hlcollege.ac.uk
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