BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Public Services (with A levels)
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- Entry Requirements
- Progression & Assessment
- Duration & Location
- Fees
- Further Information
Course Description
The BTEC Level 3 Subsidary Diploma in Uniformed Public Services is a qualification that is equivalent to one full A Level. The programme is designed to enable students to gain both academic and practical experience in preparation for service life, although many of the skills gained are transferable, for example team building and leadership.
The course is studied over one year with A Levels. Successful students can progress on to a Level 3 Diploma in the second year, which is equivalent to two full A Levels when combined with the Subsidiary Diploma.
Content
Students study a total of six units including:
- Leadership and Teamwork in the Public Services (Theory and Practical)
- Citizenship, Diversity and the Public Services (Theory Unit)
- Physical Preparation, Health and Lifestyle for the Public Services.
- Outdoor Adventurous Expeditions (Theory and Practical)
- Government , Politics and the Public Services (Theory Unit)
- Command and Control in the Uniformed Public Services (Theory)
Who is the course for?
- For those with a strong interest in a uniformed services.
- For students looking to undertake a career in a uniformed service.
- For students that can apply themselves to academic and practical areas of study.
Entry Requirements
- Five GCSE's are required .
- Satisfactory reference regarding attendance, attitude to study and potential for development.
- Specific interest in pursuing a career within the Uniformed Services.
Progression & Assessment
The styles of assessment are a real strength of the programme, with the emphasis on coursework rather than exams, allowing students to achieve their full potential. There are a diverse range of methods used including written assignments, group work, laboratory reports, phase tests, presentations, practical tests and simulations.
Grades are awarded on a Pass, Merit or Distinction basis.
All students are designated a Personal Tutor who has the responsibility of supporting learning and working monitoring progress through weekly group or individual tutorials. The Personal Tutor will set achievement goals with students and feedback regularly to the individual on progress toward meeting these whilst also providing information to their parents / guardians via reports and consultation evenings.
Progression
The programme does not guarantee employment in the services, however, on successful completion of the programme students should be better equipped and prepared to put themselves into a more competitive position within the services selection process. The course also provides progression opportunities into higher education. Students wishing to progress onto the Level 3 Diploma in Uniformed Public Services must achieve a minimum merit grade on the Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma.
View the Sport and Public Services progression chart here.Duration & Location
1 year
Fees
16-18
If you are a student aged 16 -18 years old there will be NO fees to pay. Once you have started an individual qualification you will not be liable for fees even if you turn 19 before the end.
19+
Adult students may have to pay some or all of their course fees.
Further Information
Anne Hale
School of Sport, Care and the Arts
For further details please contact the Information Office on 01522 876274
