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Subject
Public Services
Level
Level 3
Study Mode
Full-Time
Duration
1-2 years, depending on study route
Start Date
September 2025
The course
Practical vs Theory
60%
40 %
The course will prepare you for employment in the uniformed public services, whilst also ensuring you have the relevant knowledge and skills to progress to higher education should you wish to continue your studies.
The course covers many physical elements of self-defence and restraint, sports coaching, fitness, mental and physical wellbeing, adventurous training in water and land-based activities, ending in a three day expedition.
It includes work experience with a range of public services to build your experience and allow you to explore career options.You will have the chance to progress through different pathways Certificate, Diploma and Extended Diploma - to gain UCAS points to progression to degree level study.
Course Information
Year 1
- Understanding conflict management
- Sports coaching
- Hierarchy and routine
- Water-based activities
Year 2
- Collaboration between uniformed public services
- Volunteering in the uniformed services
- Understanding the impact of war and conflict on uniformed public services
- Outdoor expedition
Four GCSEs at grade 4 or equivalent, preferably including English and Maths.
Three days a week.
- College uniform: polo shirt, hoodie, cargo pants and boots. Oher outdoor equipment may be needed.
