Public Services Level 3

This course is equivalent to three A Levels and will give you a thorough and practical insight into the public services sector.

For enquiries or advice 0800 032 1986 enquiries@hlcollege.ac.uk This course will prepare you for the mental and physical demands of life in the services, whether you decide to go straight into industry or continue to university-level study. You’ll benefit from being taught by professionals with years of service in the uniformed public services and who still work in close collaboration with the police, fire and ambulance services. Designed to provide highly specialised work related knowledge, you will develop the understanding and skills sought by employers in a wide range of uniformed public services. With your positive outlook and willingness to step out of your comfort zone, you will take part in a wide range of different activities which may include: four-day residential to Snowdonia, twoday expedition in Pembrokeshire, radio and communication, Royal Marines visit, climbing, caving, kayaking, hill walking, service fitness/exercise drills, military unarmed combat/physical intervention and conflict management through a series of role plays. Qualification Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services (equivalent to three A Levels) Duration Two years Course Content A selection of unit titles is shown below: • Government & Policy • Leadership & Teamwork • Understanding Discipline • Fitness Testing & Training • Water Based Skills – Kayak & Canoe • Communication Skills • Security Procedures Assessment is continuous, with assignments, projects and practical work. This course includes an element of self-study. All full-time students are required to study maths and English at the appropriate level. Please see page 6 for more details. Entry Requirements • Five GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) or above (to include English), consideration will be given to relevant Level 2 qualifications at Merit grade or above • Successful interview and performance on taster day • Applicants will be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the chosen subject area Progression Progression routes shown are dependent on successful completion of qualifications and meeting entry criteria. Study options may include: • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport • Level4/5 Higher National Diploma in Public Services’ • BSc (Hons) in Outdoor Adventure Leadership & Management/Physical Education & Outdoor Education Employment options may include: • Armed Forces • Emergency Services • Outdoor Education • Statutory Agencies You may also like... • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Course Costs Please note, the costs given below are subject to change. Aged 16-18 years There are no tuition or examination fees | Materials Fee £325 (per year) Aged 19 or over (at the start of the course) Different fees apply depending on your individual circumstances and prior qualifications. Please refer to page 18 for more details or telephone 0800 032 1986 to speak to somebody who will be able to help.

“I like the variety of the activities that we do with a lot of physical and practical activities on top of classroom ones.”

Taken from Student Voice Survey 2018, Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services